Ethics Course Overview

Questions and Answers

What does morality pertain to?

The standards of right and wrong that an individual picks up from the community.

What does the course teach students to do?

Make moral decisions using dominant moral frameworks and analyze and solve moral dilemmas.

Which of the following are topics covered in the course? (Select all that apply)

History of ethics

Nature and development of ethics (correct)

Taxation (correct)

Moral reasoning frameworks (correct)

The course includes mandatory topics on taxation.

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The course focuses on ethical behavior at the level of the individual, society, and interaction with the ______.

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Define morality.

The set of principles or standards of behavior that guides individual conduct and decision-making, often influenced by societal norms. Signup and view all the answers

What is ethical behavior?

Conduct that adheres to moral principles and standards of right and wrong in society. Signup and view all the answers

What is moral decision-making?

The process of evaluating ethical dilemmas and choosing a course of action based on moral principles and values. Signup and view all the answers

What are moral frameworks?

The dominant systems or theories used to guide moral reasoning and decision-making, such as utilitarianism, deontology, or virtue ethics. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Course Overview

Discusses ethical behavior within personal, societal, and environmental contexts.
Emphasizes the importance of morality based on community standards of right and wrong.

Moral Decision-Making

Teaches application of dominant moral frameworks for decision-making.
Analyzes and resolves moral dilemmas using ethical reasoning.

Ethical Theories and Issues

Explores various ethical and moral theories from multiple disciplines.
Covers the nature, development, and sources of ethics and moral reasoning.

Contextual Application

Applies ethical principles to diverse issues and real-life scenarios.
Focus on understanding local moral sensibilities for informed choices.

Taxation Topic

Includes a mandatory discussion on the ethics of taxation.
Examines ethical implications and responsibilities associated with taxation policies.

Key Ethical Terms

Ethical Behavior
- Involves actions aligned with societal moral principles.
- Reflects standards of right and wrong within a community.
Morality
- Represents a collection of principles that dictate right conduct.
- Shapes individual choices and behaviors based on societal expectations.
Moral Decision-Making
- Involves assessing ethical dilemmas to determine the best course of action.
- Relies on personal moral principles and values to make choices.
Moral Frameworks
- Established systems that inform moral reasoning; examples include:
  - Utilitarianism: Focuses on outcomes and maximizing overall happiness.
  - Deontology: Centers on the adherence to rules and duties regardless of the consequences.
  - Virtue Ethics: Emphasizes the importance of character and virtuous behavior in moral assessment.

Description

This quiz explores the principles of ethical behavior in modern society, examining morality's context and the influence of community standards. Students will learn to navigate moral dilemmas and make informed decisions using dominant ethical frameworks. Test your understanding of ethics and its relevance to personal and societal interactions.