In the introduction to our translation of Nicomachean Ethics, Terrence Irwin (the editor and translator of our text) describes Aristotle’s views of happiness (starting on p. xvi) and virtue (starting on p. xvii). Based on Irwin’s commentary in these sections, summarize what the concepts of happiness and virtue mean in Aristotle’s system of ethics, and how … Read more
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 from … Read more
addition to the topic Resources, use the chart you completed and questions you answered in the Topic 3 about “Case Study: Healing and Autonomy” as the basis for your responses in this assignment. Answer the following questions about a patient’s spiritual needs in light of the Christian worldview. In 200-250 words, respond to the following: … Read more
Based on “Case Study: End of Life Decisions,” the Christian worldview, and the worldview questions presented in the required topic Resources you will complete an ethical analysis of George’s situation and his decision from the perspective of the Christian worldview. Provide a 1,500-2,000-word ethical analysis while answering the following questions: How would George interpret his … Read more
The four principles, especially in the context of bioethics in the United States, has often been critiqued for raising the principle of autonomy to the highest place, such that it trumps all other principles or values. How would you rank the importance of each of the four principles? How do you believe they would be … Read more
Based on “Case Study: Fetal Abnormality” and the required topic Resources, write a 750-1,000-word reflection that answers the following questions: What is the Christian view of the nature of human persons, and which theory of moral status is it compatible with? How is this related to the intrinsic human value and dignity? Which theory or theories are … Read more
Prompt: In this moral quandry (where the trans athlete remains biologically male), make an argument for whose rights to compete in female school sports should be protected, and why. Why should the other group (the group that will lose the ability to compete in your answer) let go of their desires in the situation? … Read more
internship site: child day care and aftercare program Capstone topic: children at risk of abuse or neglect Internship Prompt: If you could change one thing about your internship site, what would it be? Propose a solution. Capstone Prompt: Pinpoint the challenge or opportunity you want to focus on for your Capstone Project. What is … Read more