Project overview
For this project, you will consider an ethical dilemma and arrive at a conclusion regarding how the dilemma would be resolved according to one of the normative ethical theories we will examine in class. You will construct an original argument (either from the perspective of Kantian ethics or from the perspective of Utilitarianism) supporting their conclusion. The paper will begin with a clear and concise summary of this argument, stated as a shortlist of premises and a conclusion. The paper will elaborate and defend your original argument. Since the correct ethical response to a given situation may depend on numerous circumstances, the paper should also include a discussion of possible contingencies that could alter the students moral judgment.
IMPORTANT:
Sources must be peer-reviewed or from an academic authority.
Choose between these two dilemmas:
1. A man and woman, both college students, have been living together off-campus for three years. Although they are compatible partners and have a warm relationship they have never considered marrying nor do they plan on having children. Open and honest in their communication, it has always been understood in their relationship that each should be free to leave the other any time he or she wishes. No birth control method is entirely foolproof so, unexpectedly, the woman becomes pregnant with his child. The man makes clear that his life plans do not include fatherhood and asks that the pregnancy be terminated. The woman has always been opposed to abortion in the past. She doesnt feel ready to be a mother but she doesnt think she could go through with an abortion and shes sure once she has the child she wouldnt be able to give it up for adoption. The man stays through the first few months of pregnancy hoping she will consider all available options but when it is clear that she has resigned herself to having and raising the child, he packs his belongings and departs leaving only an envelope containing several months rent and a note saying this is everything I have, Im sorry I cannot give more. I love you but I dont want to be a father. Does the man have a moral duty to stay and support the woman through her pregnancy? Does the man have a moral obligation to stay and raise the child?
Or….
10. Suppose a child is about to be born with a disability that will result in noticeable physical irregularities, serious complications to their health, and a low IQ (around 30). If brought fully to term the child theres a high likelihood that parts of vital organs may be missing, the intestines may be blocked, or the heart may not function properly. Surgery will probably be necessary if the child is to survive beyond the first few days of life. The parents must face the question of whether to permit such surgery and save the child, which would mean spending tens of thousands of dollars for medical care, special education (and in some cases, for institutionalization), or whether to withhold permission and let the child die. Supposing they are legally able, would it be morally permissible for the parents to forgo treatment for their child?
The paper format is in additional materials!
Please get sources from here https://www.ferris.edu/library/
You can use it like google, it will show the proper sources needed for the paper!
