Whenever you read or hear an interesting or questionable argument about an ethical issue, remember or copy it, then write a summary [if it is online, give a URL link] and comment for the Dustbin. Whenever one of your classmates posts an argument or comment that seems interesting or questionable, write a response for the Dustbin.

You should start a thread every other week. You should also respond to one of your classmates' threads every other week. The deadline for submission each week is Friday at 11.59pm.

The best grades will go to posts which:

summarize clearly and accurately
comment or critique incisively
are alert to the complexity of ethical concepts and issues
are sensitive to the nuances, ambiguities and beauties of language
show an understanding of ethical principles and approaches, and an ability to apply them
maintain civility even in disagreement.
A detailed brief and a grading rubric are available in the assessment guide in Modules/Key

The metaphysics and epistemology sections of the course (Chapters 3, 5, and 6) have included the topics of the nature of reality, the nature of knowledge, and the self.  Consider how these themes are displayed in The Truman Show (https://www4.watchserieshd.tv/series/the-truman-show-fpg-episode-1)

DO NOT USE ANY OUTSIDE SOURCES ONLY THE FILES I AM ATTACHING and the movie

In an analytic-argumentative essay address the following Writing Requirements in this order in the body of your essay:

*Detail, in a short summary what the basic plot/situation of the film is

*Identify and explain some of the important questions/issues of epistemology and/or metaphysics that are being raised in the film

*Make a text-based account of what at least two of the philosophers we have studied have to say about this artwork 
(Cite directly from the primary text sources of the philosophers NOT from the editors explanatory material between text sections.)

Write a critical and analytical essay in which you either defend or reject the argument from evil/suffering against the existence of an omnipotent, omniscient, and all-good God (there is no God because there is too much suffering in the world). Your essay, among other things, should also discuss the evidential and logical aspects of the problem of evil.
Your paper should satisfy the following minimal guidelines:
    Typed
    4 pages
    Follow either Chicago, MLA or APA manual of style
    Times New Roman 12
    Double space
    2-5 outside sources

It is often said that the modern age is one of increasing individualism. Describe two key features of the thought of Pico Della Mirandola, as presented in his Oration on the Dignity of Man, and two key features of the thought of Rene Descartes, as Presented in Meditations 1-2 of his Meditations on First Philosophy, that likely reflect, as well as encouraged, the spirit of modern individualism.
In your essay you must present one brief quotation from Pico's Oration, and two brief quotations from Descartes' Meditations 1-2 (one quotation from Meditation 1, and one quotation from Meditation 2). Each of the three quotations must contain at least two complete sentences. Also, each quotation must be put in quotation marks, with a brief informal citation, including a page reference. The quotations MUST be drawn from the versions of the Oration and the Meditations to be found in the Readings folder on Blackboard.

Question #2 (30%) Imagine that you are tasked with creating blueprints for the role of technology in some new society. Using Rawls Original Position thought experiment, provide an argument justifying the appropriate role (or, lack thereof) in this new society for one of the following technologies: a) self-checkout machines  b) lab-grown meat c) drones

Be sure to include specific ways (policies, rules, laws, etc.) that this new technology might best be implemented in the imagined society, within the realm of possibility. Your answer should be between 3-4 pages (double-spaced), and include engagement with lectures and at least one course reading. Your essay will be assessed based on your demonstrated understanding of the materials, critical thinking skills, and quality of writing/ adherence to style guidelines (whether MLA, APA, or Chicago)

1) explain Hill Collin's conception of positivism and show how it is exemplified in one, small part of a previously assigned reading of ours;

2) briefly explain Hill Collin's four dimensions of Black feminist epistemology, then explain in detail the one dimension that interests you the most;

3) show how the one dimension of Black feminist epistemology that you explain in detail in #3 could impact the one part of our previously assigned readings that you detail #1;

4) imagine a fruitful dialogue about what you've done in #4, above, between Hill Collins and the author you focus in #1, above. 

5) explain what the results of #4 could mean for philosophy classes in general.

6) thesis


THE PICTURES ARE FOR THE READING

Each student will select one of the topics discussed in the text (or propose one to your instructor) and write a ten to twelve-page paper that explores an issue related to that topic. The main purpose of this paper is to apply the critical thinking concepts from this course to a specific issue related to the psychology of motivation.
The paper will include:
Your rationale for choosing the topic
A clear definition/explanation of topic being addressed
A synthesis of your research (i.e., combining separate elements into a coherent whole)
Your conclusions based on the research
Your recommendations for addressing the issue
As you begin your research, please consider addressing the following:
History/background of the topic
Current trends and related implications
Predictions for the future, including rationale
In terms of writing:
Start with an Introduction and end with a Conclusion
Include a Title Page
Include a References page listing at

Answer the following question thoroughly in 1 page, double spaced, in a font no larger than 12. If you choose to quote the book, keep it to one line. Please address each part of the question and give a thorough explanation.  I expect the writing to be clear and well-edited. Proof-read your work.

If you use sources from the internet, be careful you do not copy them verbatim or simply rearrange the sentences. Do not Plagiarize!

Question:

According to Hume, what is the difference between an impression and an idea? What's the difference between conjunction between events and a necessary connexion between them? Which one do we actually perceive? Explain.

PROMPT:

Consider the following two claims: (1) Morality is relative to the majority view of your culture; there are no objective moral truths. (2) All humans have rights that include life, liberty, and security of person, regardless of race, religion, gender, ethnicity, sexual preference, and national origin.

I. Explain why these two statements could be seen as incompatible.

II. Do you think they are compatible?

III. If so, explain how. If not, which one should be rejected, and why?


REQUIREMENTS:

I. Target length - 1500-2000 words (about 5-6 pages in normal formating).

II. Sources - at least three are required, at least one should come from outside of the provided readings on Blackboard.

III. Should be submitted as a DOCX or PDF file.  If you use Google Docs or Pages, be sure to save and export your document to one of these file formats.

IV. The final paper is due on December 9th.



ADVICE:

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1. What one particular topic covered in the course has most influenced or changed your thinking and in what way? (125-175 words)

**Topic 6: Grounding and Determining Morality and Moral Conduct (Mainly about the impact of an ethical decision for ones personal life)

2. What one issue discussed in the course has affected your behavior and how? (125-175 words)

**Discussion on Utilitarianism and Moral relativism

3. Describe your view of the meaning or meaningfulness of life and include whether your view is theistic or non-theistic. Explain how the alternative view (theistic or non-theistic) might give a different response. (125-200 words)

4. Express how one particular issue studied in the course connects with your major and how you envision it impacting your future career purpose and/or goals. (125-200 words)

**My major is in healthcare administration. Talk about ethical thinking in the medical field.