PHIL100 Introduction to Philosophy
Task
General Overview
For this wntten assignment, you will:
a) Research and describe a moral dilemma that interests you,
b) Apply two different ethical theories to it;
c) Evaluate the outcome of each ethical application.
Format
a) Follow MLA formal and divide your assignment into 3 sections: Research, Application, and Evaluation
b) Recommended length: 3-5 pages (not including Works Cited page)
c) Include a Works Cited page with all your sources
d) Run an originality report before you submit your work and do not submit until you have -0 flagged passages' in your document
Detailed Explanation
a) Research and describe a moral dilemma that interests you.
(i) You may search for a moral dilemma online through Goggle, Youtube, or describe one as seen in the news, current events of the day, politics. medicine, technology, environment, or an issue studied in another class.
(ii) Remember to properly cite each source using MLA format in your Works Cited
b) Apply two different ethical theories to your moral dilemma and describe the outcomes of each. They must be from different columns:
c) Evaluate the outcomes. Some prompts to consider when wnting this section are,
(i) What are the short- and long-term consequences of each outcome?
ii) What are the impacts on the person themselves, family and friends, or society?
iii) If you were put into this situation, which one would you choose and why,You can write In the 1st person voice.)