Description
This course will introduce students to classical and contemporary moral theories, including those of Aristotle, Hobbes, Hume, Sumner, Saint Thomas Aquinas, Kant, Mill, Russell, Kohlberg, Tam, and Gilligan. Students will examine both civic and personal morality. Students will learn the basics of moral thinking, including the need for impartiality. They will learn about Cultural Relativism, Altruism, Self- Interest, Natural Law, Communitarianism, and Utilitarianism. Various theories will be applied to contemporary social issues. Students will formulate personal ethical frameworks as a foundation for their moral judgment. Critical thinking will be used as a primary tool in evaluating the quality and viability of historical contemporary, and personal ethical systems. Placement at ENG 101 level strongly advised.