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Description Intimate acquaintance with some of the major primary ethics texts leads to a better understanding of and more confidence in dealing with ethical issues in general. The purpose of this module is to introduce students to a selection of classic texts in the field of ethics thereby providing a more in-depth examination of the texts that are at the source of the major ethical theories covered in Eth5A (Introduction to Ethics). Students are invited to study and discuss excerpts of original texts crucial for the development of the main ethical theories. In this way, they broaden their understanding of contemporary ethics and its historical development. In addition, students enhance their skills in critical reading and assessing ethical theories. Attendance, active contribution to classes and engagement in discussions are expected. Finally, students are encouraged to examine one particular issue in depth in a paper. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Demonstrate an intimate acquaintance and a critical understanding of a selection of classic texts in the field of ethics. 2. Display a critical awareness of the historical development of a selection of major ethical theories. 3. Apply skills in critical reading and assessing ethical theories. 4. Give evidence of profound background knowledge of one of the readings and provide an in-depth analysis of one particular issue that arises against this background by completion of a paper. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Learning Activities PlatoProtagoras (c. 390 BC)AristotleNicomachean Ethics (c. 350 BC)John LockeSecond Treatise of Government (1690)Immanuel KantGroundwork of the Metaphysic of Morals (1785)Jeremy BenthamAn Introduction to the Principles of Morals and Legislation (1789)Mary WollstonecraftA Vindication of the Rights of Woman (1792)John Stuart MillUtilitarianism (1861)Gertrude Elizabeth Margaret AnscombeModern moral philosophy. Philosophy, 33(124), 1-19 (1958)Rosalind Hursthouse"Normative Virtue Ethics", in Roger Crisp (ed.), How Should One Live? (Oxford University Press, 1996), 19–33 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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