Framing and Resolving the Problem 1. Investigate utilitarianism on the internet
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)
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Question 1: |
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Demonstrates knowledge of principles/code of professional ethics |
20 |
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Establishes an understanding of ethical concept of Utilitarianism |
10 |
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Clearly presents applications of ethical ideas of Utilitarianism to any profession |
20 |
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Question 2: |
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Demonstrates knowledge of principles/code of professional ethics |
10 |
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Recognizes ethical issues and applies ethical reasoning to the resolution of these issues |
Excellent |
Competent |
Needs Improvement |
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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. |
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30 |
20 |
10 |
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Provides a well written report (Use submission template and include citation of source if applicable) |
10 |
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Total |
100 |
