Formative Assessment: The Rudiments of Ethics

According to Potter Stewart, what is ethics?

• Knowing the difference between what you have a right to do and what is right to do

• Knowing the difference between right and wrong

• Doing whatever makes you happy

• Following rules set by society

What are the learning outcomes expected at the end of the topic on Ethics?

• All of the above

• Differentiate Approaches in Ethics

• Explain the different principles of Ethics

• Describe Ethics and Its Fundamental Tasks

What is the main focus of Meta Ethics?

• Setting moral standards

• Application of ethical theories

• Determining the grounds for specific values

• Theoretical meaning of moral statements

Which principle of Ethical Studies emphasizes the importance of treating all people equally and fairly?

What is the main focus of Deontological Ethics?

• Fostering happiness

• Following a clear set of rules

• Emphasizing character and virtue

• Community influence

What is the primary concern of Utilitarian Ethics?

What is the main emphasis of Virtue Ethics?

• Achieving happiness

• Following a set of rules

• Community relationships

• Developing good character traits

What is the primary goal of Applied Ethics?

• Shaping ethical judgments in specific circumstances

• Formulating habits and duties

• Setting moral standards

• Determining the truthfulness of moral statements

Which principle of Ethical Studies focuses on preventing harm and minimizing harm when it cannot be avoided?

• Principle of Respect for Autonomy

• Principle of Beneficence

• Principle of Nonmaleficence

• Principle of Justice

What is the main difference between Ethics and Morality?

• Ethics is universal, Morality is subjective

• Ethics is concerned with right and wrong, Morality is concerned with good and bad

• Ethics is theoretical, Morality is practical

• Ethics focuses on individual beliefs, Morality focuses on societal norms