Format:
A 1000 words typed in 1.5-space, font Times New Roman 12, margins of 1”, and containing the heading as this one:
ETHICAL ESSAY
PHI2600- Introduction to Ethics-Ref. # 708527
Name:
Date:
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Essay should be based on the student’s thoughts about the importance of ethics in his/her life and must address the questions described below under “content”. Essay must be created in MS Word and delivered electronically to ****************** (don’t forget to include the course reference number 726277 in the subject field of your email message)
Paper must be saved like this: Student Last name, Student First name. Papers not following this file name format will not be accepted.
Ethical Essay Description:
Within the assignment, the student should have:
Clear understanding of all the ethical theories covered on this Ethics Course
Clear understanding of what a moral dilemma is
Facts presented must be specific, accurate, and relevant
Analyze in depth which are the difficulties of the moral dilemma
Consider which theory can deal with those difficulties
To be able to consider different points of view or perspectives
Identify if the theory of choice represents with fairness the wellbeing of others
Elaborate a robust conclusion supported by the tenets of the ethical theory chosen
Essay Prompt
Content:
As a required assignment worth 20 points, write a 2-page 1000 word essay about which ethical theory would you apply to a moral dilemma either in your daily life, career, or job.
The essay must include the definition of a moral dilemma and an explanation of the ethical theory applied.
Provide an overview of philosophy’s importance and the effects that it might have on your life. Make sure your essay addresses the following questions:
Would your solution/decision to the problem be better off with or without ethics?
Can ethics help you live a better life? Why or why not?
What kind of moral parameters do you use to determine your actions, your thoughts, in summary, how you will make a decision
You made your decision because you think it is the best one possible, right? Do you think that if other people made your same choice, the world would be a better place? Why or why not?
