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Academic Year 2004/2005

Contemporary Ethical Issues
PHIL 213 SP

Philosophical analysis and arguments concerning world hunger, genetic engineering, cloning, surrogate motherhood, euthanasia, abortion, war and terrorism, affirmative action, the moral status of animals, and other ethical issues. (This is an introduction to philosophy and ethics for first-year students).

MAJOR READINGS

Contemporary readings on issues in practical ethics.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Short papers and a longer final paper. Occasional reading quizzes. Brief class presentation.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

Students must come to class having studied (not just read) the material and must be prepared to discuss it.

COURSE FORMAT: Discussion

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: HA PHIL    Grading Mode: Graded   

Prerequisites: NONE Links to Web Resources For This Course.

Last Updated on MAR-21-2005

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