GE 106: Ethics
This course will study principles in ethics by surveying the philosophers: Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle. Many of the questions relevant today were addressed by these three individuals who initiated a revolution in thought altering the course of Western Civilization and laying the groundwork for future discoveries in science, politics, psychology, and philosophy. Students will: explore their methods for teaching critical thinking skills; value open dialogue with others; and appreciate the impact ethical decisions will have on their personal and professional lives.
- Appreciate the Socratic method as a tool for critical thinking & engaging in dialogue with others
- Demonstrate familiarity with major ideas in ethics stemming from the western philosophical tradition
- Embrace virtue ethics by understanding a positive vision of human behavior which expands a person's range of choices
- Recognize the conflict between morality, self-interest and the dynamic between religion and ethical norm
General Education Objectives: When the course is completed:
• Students will be able to develop new ideas for something that already exists
• Students will be able to research accurately
• Students will be able to openly consider alternative points of view
• Students will be able to make ethical decisions.
Lectures (TBD), Videos, Required reading selections from an e-book(to be provided), Group Discussions
The entire course is accessible on the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS) and is designed to allow you to move through each Module at a reasonable pace. Each Module has theme-related questions which will direct the discussion for that week.
Communication: Email through Canvas is the preferred and best method of communication. If you are having any issues with that system, you may contact me at the email address above. Usually, I will respond to all messages within 24 hours and if you contact me on Friday or over the weekend, I will respond on Monday. You may also schedule a meeting with me; see “Office Hours” in the “Course Information” section for further details.
Incomplete Policy: Students will not be given an incomplete grade in the course without sound reason and documented evidence as described in the Student Handbook. In any case, for a student to receive an incomplete, he or she must be passing the course.
Instructor Requirements: Keeping up with the assigned readings, answering the Knowledge & Progress check questions, completing all quizzes, watching all videos along with participation in the Discussion Board, and submission of the final paper are required for students to be successful.
Student Evalua
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Final Paper |
300 points |
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Participation in the Weekly Discussion Board |
200 points |
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Knowledge/Progress Checks |
110 points |
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Two Quizzes |
100 points |
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Total Points Possible |
710 points |
tion:
Grading Scales
A = 90% - 100%
B = 80% - 89%
C = 70% - 79%
D = 60% - 69%
F = below 60%
(tentative and subject to change)
Week |
Subject Matter |
Assignment |
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One |
Course Introduction Thinking Philosophically; Impact of Socrates and Plato |
Read Intro and Begin Apology, Sections 1 & 2
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Two |
Critical Thinking 101 |
Finish Apology Sections 1 & 2 |
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Three |
The Value of Rational Discourse Quiz #1 |
Apology Sections 3 & 4 |
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Four |
Relation of Justice/Injustice to Ethics |
The Republic Books 1 & 2, selected sections |
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Five |
Emotions and Ethics |
The Republic Book 4 selected sections |
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Six |
True vs. False in The Allegory of the Cave Final Paper Topic Assigned; FYI: the HJC Writing Lab is a very useful resource |
The Republic Book 7, selected sections |
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Seven |
How Ethics Impacts Society? Quiz #2 |
The Republic Book 9, selected sections |
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Eight
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Thinking and Acting with a Purpose |
Nicomachean Ethics selected passages |
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Nine |
The Habit of Virtue |
Nicomachean Ethics selected passages |
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Ten
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Ethics and Friendship Final Paper due last week of class |
Nicomachean Ethics selected passages |
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*Eleven |
Ethical Choices & Happiness *Extra credit for 10-week quarters |
Nicomachean Ethics selected passages |
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