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- Utilitarianism – An outline of the ethical theory proposed by Jeremy Bentham that argues the most ethical choice is the one that will produce the greatest good for the greatest number.
- Kantian Ethics – An exploration of Immanuel Kant’s deontological ethics, which suggests that the morality of an action lies it its adherence to duty, irrespective of the consequences.
- Virtue Ethics – Delves into the premise of virtue ethics that emphasizes moral character over rules or consequences, largely advocated by ancient philosophers such as Artistotle.
- Ethics of Care – Discusses an ethical framework that directs our attention to the role of caring and relationships to moral decision-making.
- Environmental Ethics – Highlights increasing ethical concerns in the 90s about the relationship between humans and the environment, particularly regarding preservation and sustainability.
- Business Ethics – An overview of morally complex decisions that businesses face, including conflicts of interest, whistleblowing, and corporate responsibility.
- Bioethics – Discusses ethical issues arising from advances in medical treatment, life sciences, and biotechnology.
- Animal Rights – Explores the argument for recognizing the fundamental rights of non-human animals, marking a society shift towards ethical treatment of animals.
- Multicultural Ethics – A contemporary discussion of ethical considerations in multicultural societies and the balance between universal human rights and cultural relativism.
- Consequentialism – Talks about the ethical theory that the outcomes or consequences of one’s conduct are the ultimate basis for judgment about the morality of that conduct.