Module 6 - The Ethics of Dignity and Freedom - Activity 2
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Activity 2: Learning Resources
Use the following learning resources as you study more about the ethics of dignity and freedom.
- MindEdge Module 6: Ethics of Dignity and Freedom
Readings
- Kant’s ethics of duty and freedom:
- Download and read section called A Companion to Ethics, Chapter 14 (Available on E-reserve in the WGU E-Library)
- Categorical Imperative:
- See E-text section called The Elements of Moral Philosophy, Rachels, Chapter 8 and 9
- See E-text section called Socrates to Sartre and Beyond, Chapters 12 and 13
- “Dignity” and “Freedom” in Kant’s Ethics:
- See E-text section called The Elements of Moral Philosophy, Rachels, Chapter 9.
- Differentiating between the ethics of Retributivism and the philosophy of Utilitarianism in Kant:
- See E-text section called The Elements of Moral Philosophy, Rachels, Chapter 9.
- Criticism of Kant:
- Download and read the section called A Companion to Ethics, Chapter 14 (Available on E-reserve in the WGU E-Library)
Citation: sguy. (2007, February 27). Module 6 - The Ethics of Dignity and Freedom - Activity 2. Retrieved November 21, 2009, from Western Governors University Web site: http://ocw.wgu.edu/liberal-arts/ethics-part-1-and-ethics-part-2-after-12-3-2007/a62.html.
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