In the Week 3 discussion you selected and described the case for your Ethical Dilemma Project. This week you are to identify the ethical dilemma(s) in the case you chose and apply ethical theory to analyze and resolve the problem(s) you identified in the case.
The completed assignment is due at the end of Week 4 and is worth 100 points. Please see the rubric for the grading criteria.
Ethical Dilemma
What is the main ethical conflict or problem? Describe the key ethical dilemma in a few sentences.
Application of Ethical Theory
Use three ethical theories (Kant’s deontological theory, John Stuart Mill’s teleological theory/utilitarianism/consequentialism, Aristotle’s virtue-based approach, John Rawl’s theory of justice, or your own theory) to analyze and resolve the problem. How would each ethicist explain the ethical problem and resolve it? Use headings to identify each ethical theory and develop each one in one or more paragraphs.
As a conclusion, select the ethical theory you believe provides the best solution to this ethical dilemma and explain why it is better than the other ethical theories you considered.
In discussing the ethical theories, please refer back to what you have learned from the assigned readings from the textbook up to this point. You may choose to use brief quotations from our textbook. If you do, use the author/date system and identify quotes by page number.
Elements of an effective response:
Describes the key ethical dilemma clearly and concisely
Discusses three ethical theories in relationship to the case
Identifies the theory best suited to resolving the ethical dilemma
Refers to the textbook to show knowledge of ethical theories
Is at least 500 words in length
Remember to use the template provided and submit your assignment.
Week 4: Ethical Dilemma Project: Ethical Dilemma and Application of Ethical Theory Grading Rubric
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome
Ethical Dilemma
Using the case selected in Week 3, identifies the key ethical dilemma in one or two sentences or in a “should” question
10 to >0.0 pts
Full Marks
0 pts
No Marks
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome
Application of Ethical Theory
Uses three ethical theories to analyze the ethical dilemma and to resolve the problem according to each ethical theory; includes principles learned from the ethicists, includes details and cites the textbook
60 to >0.0 pts
Full Marks
0 pts
No Marks
60 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome
My Choice
Explains the theory you chose to solve the problem and your reasons for your choice; refers to specific ethical principles from the ethicist and provides detailed support
20 to >0.0 pts
Full Marks
0 pts
No Marks
20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome
Writing Factors
Uses the APA template provided; documents source use with in-text citations and a references page; reflects clear organization and correct grammar and mechanics; meets length requirement
10 to >0.0 pts
Full Marks
0 pts
No Marks
10 pts
Total Points: 100
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!!!!!!!!!PLEASE REFFER TO THIS BOOK!!!!!!!!!
The following books are required for this course:
Thinking Critically About Ethical Issues
10th Edition
Vincent Ruggiero
2020 McGraw-Hill
