Where did this ethical theory of utilitarianism originate from?
Compare the similarities and differences between virtue theory, utilitarianism, and deontological ethics.
August 1, 2019Symposium: Utilitarianism, mental health, and the criminal justice system
August 1, 2019Where did this ethical theory of utilitarianism originate from?
Question Description
Framing and Resolving the Problem
1. Investigate utilitarianism on the internet and answer the following questions: (write at least 3 paragraphs)
o Where did this ethical theory originate from?
o What are the basic ideas of this theory?
o How can we apply this ethical theory to our personal and professional lives?
2. Read the case study “Allowing defective chips to go into the market” on the internet athttp://www.onlineethics.org/Resources/Cases/DefectiveChips.aspx#solep. Comment on the creative middle way solutions presented in the case to solve the problem. (use the template: Evaluating the Case Study)
| Question 1: | |||
| Demonstrates knowledge of principles/code of professional ethics | 20 | ||
| Establishes an understanding of ethical concept of Utilitarianism | 10 | ||
| Clearly presents applications of ethical ideas of Utilitarianism to any profession | 20 | ||
| Question 2: | |||
| Demonstrates knowledge of principles/code of professional ethics | 10 | ||
| Recognizes ethical issues and applies ethical reasoning to the resolution of these issues | Excellent | Competent | Needs Improvement |
| Identifies ethical issues; applies standard ethical approaches to an ethical issue and can articulate several positive and negative resulting consequences | Identifies ethical issues; applies standard ethical approaches to an ethical issue in a simple manner with limited analysis of the consequences | May identify ethical issues but does not use standard ethical decision-making approaches or uses personal opinion to evaluate the issues. Alternatively, does not identify ethical dilemmas or value the importance of professional ethics. | |
| 30 | 20 | 10 | |
| Provides a well written report (Use submission template and include citation of source if applicable) | 10 | ||
| Total | 100 |
