Intro to Kinesiology (Chapter 4)

What is philosophy

• The study of wisdom and knowledge
• The application of knowledge, competencies, and experiences, lifelong learning, service to others, and adherence to a code of ethics.
• Discovery of knowledge through scholarly process of inquiry.
• Educational process of developing physically, mentally, socially, and emotionally.

What is a code of conduct?

• The use of ethical behavior in a career.
• The study of wisdom and knowledge.
• The focus on teaching should be student learning.
• Discovery of knowledge through scholarly process of inquiry

Using the mind and reasoning to understand what is true.

• Idealism
• Realism
• Naturalism
• Pragmatism

Nature, or everything according to nature, is the source of truth.

• Naturalism
• Realism
• Idealism
• Pragmatism

Seeking the truth through scientific investigation.

• Realism
• Idealism
• Naturalism
• Extentialism

Since truth is dynamic and changing, truth must be experienced as each person becomes a better-functioning member of society.

• Pragmatism
• Existentialism
• Idealism
• Realism

Personal experiences along with personal responsibility determine truth.

• Existentialism
• Idealism
• Naturalism
• Pragmatism

The study of moral values and doing good toward others and oneself

• Ethics
• Philosophy
• Code of Ethics
• Moral reasoning process

Greatest good for the greatest number is what is right.

• Utilitarianism theory
• Non-consequential theory
• Moral imperatives 
• Eclecticism

Absolute rules should govern human behavior.

• Non-consequential theory
• Ethics
• Utilitarianism theory
• Non-consequential theory