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ETHICS Flashcards

(59 cards)

1
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avoiding both excess and and deficiency

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moderation

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principle that suggests that a moral behavior is one that it is in the middle of two extremes

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doctrine of the mean

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3
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when an action is constantly repeated

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habit

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4
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action becomes skills

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education

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5
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action becomes automatic

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habitus

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6
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certain actions

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acts of human being (actus humanus) / acts of man

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7
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rational actions

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human acts (actus humanis)

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8
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(3) the circular relation of acts and character

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A. Repetition of Action and Its Effect of the Person
B. The Type of Action
C. Intention and Responsibility

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9
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(3) repetition of action and its effect of the person

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  • habit
  • education
  • habitus
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(2) the type of action

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  • acts of human
  • human acts
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11
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american psychologists and educator known for his theory of moral development

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lawrence kohlberg

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12
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a comprehensive stage theory of moral development based on Jean Pigget’s theory

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kohlberg’s stages of moral development

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13
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the individual will obey in order to avoid punishment

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Stage 1: Punishment / Obedient Orientation

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14
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originates from the ancient Greek term
character, which initially referred to the mark on a coin.

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Character

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15
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is a set of qualities or characteristics that
distinguish one thing from another

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distinctive feature

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16
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refers to a person’s virtues and a sound moral compass, indicating their good character as a good person and citizen.

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Moral character

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refers to an individual’s tendency to think, feel, and act in an ethical or unethical manner.

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Ethical behavior

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18
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Kohlberg proposed six moral development stages, grouped into
three levels: what are those?

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  • preconventional level
  • conventional level
  • postconventional level
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19
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the individual focuses on receiving rewards

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stage 2: instrumental purpose orientation

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20
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behavior is determined by social approval

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stage 3: good boy / nice girl orientations

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21
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social rules and laws determine behavior

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stage 4: law and order orientation

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22
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individual rights determine behavior

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stage 5: social contract orientation

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23
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the highest stage of functioning

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stage 6: universal ethical principle orientation

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24
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refers to the ability to make sense
of facts, apply common sense, and justify changes based on existing
or new information.

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are based on reason, not personal preference, and are influenced by our feelings, attitudes, opinions, and desires, ensuring they are acted upon.
Moral judgments
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is a principle of justice that values individual interests and viewpoints
Impartiality
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ensures equal consideration for all parties involved
Impartiality in morality
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According to him, Morality is based on reason alone, and understanding this fundamental requirement leads to the realization
Immanuel Kant
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asserts that ethical decision-making is based on objective criteria, not bias
Jollimore (2011)
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is a psychological study that combines moral philosophy and moral development.
Moral reasoning, or moral development
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based on biblical principles, focuses on virtues, principles, and consequences, despite cultural, ethnic, and religious biases.
Scott Rae's 7-step moral reasoning model
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In moral decision-making, it's crucial to understand the general facts of the situation before making a decision.
Gather the Facts
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The ethical issue in a moral situation must be clearly stated, addressing the major moral dilemma.
Determine the ethical issues
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To make a moral dilemma decision, it is essential to identify and explain relevant ethical values and principles, which may come from philosophical, socio-cultural, socio-political, or religious traditions.
Determine what virtues / principles have a bearing on the case
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To determine a moral dilemma, identify relevant values, virtues, and principles, propose alternative courses of action, and evaluate their applicability, sensibility, and practicality.
List the alternatives
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This step may resolve the issue by eliminating all alternatives except one, satisfying relevant virtues and values, and often weighting principles and virtues with a good reason.
Compare the alternatives with the virtues / principles
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Consider alternatives and their potential benefits, estimating their weight
Consider the consequences
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After analyzing a moral dilemma, make a decision based on previous discussions and justify it.
Make a decision (including one’s justification for the decision)
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guide behavior, distinguishing right from wrong in interactions.
Moral frameworks
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improve behavior, instill respect, and enhance relationships.
Moral values
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leads to happiness through human flourishing through moral and intellectual excellences
Eudaimonia
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rooted in Aristotelian ethics, emphasizes character quality as the determinant of morality,
Virtue ethics
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based on Aristotelian principles, suggests that everything has a purpose, but this raises questions for those who don't believe in a divine planner,
St. Thomas' natural law ethics
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are a philosophical framework that explores the relationship between rights, legality, and morality
Kantian moral precepts
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These theories say that the rightness of an action does not depend entirely on its consequences.
NONCONSEQUENTIALIST THEORIES
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It asserts that the morally right action is the one that God commands.
Divine Command Theory
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A theory asserting that the morally right action is the one that follows the dictates of nature.
Natural Law Theory
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a form of duty ethics, compares actions against a duty or imperative,
Right ethics (Deontology)
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evaluate actions against a set of virtues, aiming to be virtuous,
Virtue Ethics
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A moral command, such as "be honest" for a good reputation, is based on personal motive or desire.
hypothetical imperatives
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are a set of moral principles that are universally accepted and enforced by all individuals.
categorical imperatives
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“Always act in such a way that the maxim of your action
UNIVERSALITY
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“Always treat humanity, whether in yourself or in other people,
RESPECT
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are commands to act without an end in mind, providing a strong reason to believe
Categorical imperatives
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suggest that the rightness of an action is determined by its consequences
CONSEQUENTIALIST THEORIES
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The morally right action is the one that balances good over evil for oneself
Ethical Egoism
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The morally right action balances good over evil, considering everyone's consideration.
Utilitarianism
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The right actions are those that directly lead to the greatest overall good
Act-utilitarianism
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The morally right action is one that, if generally followed, would result in the most favorable balance of good
Rule-utilitarianism