Eth 316 Entire Course

Week 1

Individual Assignment: Ethics Essay

Resources: Week One readings

Write a 350- to 700-word essay comparing the similarities and differences between virtue theory, utilitarianism, and deontological ethics. Include the following in your essay:

A description of the differences in how each theory addresses ethics and morality

A personal experience to explain the relationship between virtue, values, and moral concepts as they relate to one of the three theories

Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.

ETH 316 ENTIRE COURSE

Week 2

Learning Team Assignment: Community Profile Presentation

What is a socially responsible effort? Social responsibility comes from the belief that people, governments, and organizations have a responsibility to the greater welfare of society. What each person determines to be socially responsible, however, is subject to personal ideals and beliefs. Examples of socially responsible efforts include, but are not limited to:

Recycling and using CFL lightbulbs (individual or organizational)

Donating time to volunteer organizations

Monetary donations

Developing green buildings

Each Team Member should write a general profile of a different community on an individual basis. The profile should be 500 to 750 words in length. The team may select a community with which they are familiar or use the City of Kelsey Virtual Organization accessible from the student Web site. In the profile, describe the following: (Not more than 1 team member can use the city of Kelsey. It is to be used only as an emergency)

Type of people who live in the community

Type of work the residents do

How and where members of the community interact (festivals, grocery stores, community events, and so forth)

Address the following questions in the profile:

How would you describe the responsibilities of the individuals to the community?

What are the community’s responsibilities to the individuals?

As a member of this community, what do you...