This site, A Framework for Ethical Decision Making, offers an introduction to thinking ethically. It includes the 5 sources of ethical standards, and a framework for ethical decision making. This activity is based on “A Framework for Ethical Decision Making.” For each question, students give a response from a Utilitarian, […]
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Students read about Kohlberg’s stages of moral development. They can then decide what Heinz should do, and evaluate his decisions in the context of those stages of moral development. Heinz Dilemma and Kohlberg’s Stages of Moral Development
This is a great resource for case studies. The category titled “Ethical Issues for Students” is especially relevant. Each case includes questions for discussion and a link to “A Framework for Ethical Decision Making.” After discussion one or two cases in class, students could select their own case to analyze. […]
In this TEDTalk James Schmidt discusses the value of self-reflection. Students can watch the video and discuss it prior to completing their own reflection essay.
For their last project, students will write a 1-3 page reflection on what they have learned and experienced in this course. See attachment for detailed instructions.
For their last project, students will write a 2-3 page reflection on what they have learned and experienced in this course. See attachment for detailed instructions.
Videos that offer tutorials on fallacies can be used instead of a textbook and/ or as additional resources. You could also ask students to find a video about a fallacy of their choice–or students can create a video about a fallacy. This video details some of the most common logical […]
Watch the video and read the 2 articles, then consider what the stories have in common. Write down your comments. Video: Muslim teen Ahmed Mohamed creates clock, shows teachers, gets arrested Article 1: Shaquille O’Neal passed up deal with Starbucks because ‘black people don’t drink coffee’ Article 2: Black customers […]
Should children under the age of 12 be given smart phones? Read “Compulsive texting takes toll on teenagers” and “An Ugly Toll of Technology: Impatience and Forgetfulness.” Write a two-to-three paragraph essay in which you make an argument (a claim/position supported by reasons) in response to this the question above. […]
Read about Plato’s allegory of the cave. Here is one resource on the allegory. Students can also search for a different one and watch a video about the allegory. Assignment: An allegory is a story in which characters and details can be interpreted to reveal ideas or truths about the world. […]
