Philosophy Question

  Read the assigned reading from the chapter. Then choose ONE of the questions below to answer. Answer the question you chose in a response that is a minimum of 1-2 paragraphs. Be sure to explain your answers and give reasons for your views. You should cite the textbook and use brief quotations and summaries … Read more

Paper#1 Theranos

A fascinating element of this case is the fact that so few people involved with Theranos asked the basic question of whether or not the technology worked and many employees who knew the technology did not work did not come forward. Many people with the duty to ask questions did not. For example, a board … Read more

Ethical

   The death with dignity Act is carefully constructed and protects both doctor and patient. In order for PAS to be legal, the patient must be sane and properly informed about potential alternatives. This is an ethical template that other states considering such a law might be encouraged to adopt. 1. Why do you feel … Read more

Essay

The length of the paper is up to 6 pages, double-spaced.  There are two sections–the first half is an analysis of a passage from one of the texts we’ve discussed in the first two Units of the course (History or Theory): e.g. Hume’s argument that reason is a slave to the passions, Aristotle’s argument for why … Read more

Reading Summaries

Reading Summaries should be a minimum of 250 words and a maximum of 500 words (approximately 1-2 pages in standard formatting)(THERE HAS TO BE 4 READING SUMMARIES OF MINIMUM 250 WORDS, THERE ARE 4 INDIVIDUAL READINGS) All reading summaries must follow standard formatting requirements. (That is, standard margins, font size, and paragraph spacing is observed. … Read more

Essay Discussion

Essay Length tips–To answer these topics completely, it takes a minimum of 350 words. Use the topic questions and the scoring rubric to see if your draft responds fully to all parts of the question. A complete thoughtful answer is more important than word count. Topics for your Essay, Choose ONLY one Topic 1: Respond to The … Read more

Critical Thinking Summary

After reading Chapter 6 and watching the YouTube below,  1.)briefly summarize the trolly problem; and  2.) describe the weaknesses of utilitarianism as it relates to the trolly problem.  Video link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bOpf6KcWYyw At least 200 words

Dealing with Complexity

  Create an informative 12-minute video or audio news segment on a contemporary social issue.  Assessment Instructions Assessment Overview As the producer and correspondent of a television or radio news magazine (like 60 Minutes, VICE News, or All Things Considered), you have been assigned to deliver an informative 12-minute segment on one of the contemporary … Read more

Philosophy

  Read the assigned reading from the chapter. Then choose ONE of the questions below to answer. Answer the question you chose in a response that is a minimum of 1-2 paragraphs. Be sure to explain your answers and give reasons for your views. You should cite the textbook and use brief quotations and summaries … Read more

Intro To Philosophy

You will be required to write one 5-page reflection paper (or essay) that explore any two of the chapters of the required readings.  You may choose any two chapters of the required test,  The paper should be about one of the six topics listed below. Please use your book for background information, but you may … Read more