Ethics and Moral Philosophy

Curriculum Council Philosophy and Ethics (WA) — by Peter Ellerton — last modified Aug 24, 2008 05:59 AM

As delivered in Western Australian schools. New in 2008.

South Australian Syllabus — by Sue Knight — last modified May 15, 2009 07:42 AM

 

Ethical Theory for absolute beginners — by Peter Ellerton — last modified May 21, 2008 01:30 AM

Booklet complied for a 'Day of Excellence' in moral philosophy - ethics shot from the hip.... Includes some nice moral dilemmas.

Ethics and Moral Philosophy — by Peter Ellerton — last modified Aug 13, 2008 11:19 AM

 

IB Philosophy Diploma from 2002 — by Peter Ellerton — last modified May 25, 2008 11:52 AM

INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE document

Victorian Philosophy Syllabus — by Peter Ellerton — last modified May 25, 2008 12:00 PM

As delivered to Victorian schools

Peter Singer Full Text Articles (Ethics) — by Paul Stronach — last modified Mar 17, 2009 12:57 AM

A clearing house provided by Singer which contains full-text versions of articles written by him on a wide variety of topics pertaining to ethics. A useful resource if you'd like your students to engage first-hand with the writings of one of the world's leading moral philosophers. (You may need to speak to your computer tech. if you find the site is blocked)

Flesh, Being Civilised and the Hierarchy of Experience — by Niall Lambkin — last modified Aug 12, 2008 07:29 PM

This paper has been written as a 'real argument' designed to provoke a reaction. It is initially discussed at some length (45 - 60 minutes)in a formal meeting [the paper having being read to the audience of sixth form Philosophy and Criticial Thinkers]. Later the paper is analysed more closely (in the classroom). It may be reduced to its logical form and then analysed and evaluated in the usual way, looking at the facts presented, claims made, explanations given, descriptions, fallacies, rhetoric used etc. The exercise is thorough and aimed at high level students.

Did aversion to bitter tastes evolve into moral disgust? — by Peter Ellerton — last modified Mar 01, 2009 11:02 AM

People's visceral reaction to incest or betrayal by others could stem from a natural aversion to potentially toxic foods. Moral Philosophy, ethics. Another revealing article from New Scientist magazine.

Rebuilding before retreating — by Katherine Cheng — last modified Oct 12, 2009 04:35 AM

Themes: Just war, moral responsibility, military occupation, peacekeeping ASK THE PHILOSOPHER: Tim Soutphommasane | October 10, 2009 Article from: The Australian Do occupying military powers, such as American and allied forces in Afghanistan and Iraq, owe a moral duty to rebuild the countries they invade before withdrawing their troops? - D.A., South Yarra, Victoria

Queensland Philosophy and Reason Syllabus — by Peter Ellerton — last modified Aug 24, 2008 06:00 AM

As delivered to Queensland secondary schools

When bad consequences are predicted but are permissible if a good consequence is intended. — by Peter Ellerton — last modified Jan 04, 2009 04:09 PM

The doctrine of double effect, which is the view that it is morally permissible to perform an act having two effects, one good and one evil, where the good consequence is intended and the bad merely foreseen and those consequences occur simultaneously. In the context of Gaza. Moral philosophy, ethics, consequentialism, utilitarianism.

Ethical Dilemmas in Science — by Peter Ellerton — last modified May 25, 2008 11:32 AM

Where do we draw the line and what are we currently doing in science?

Immoral advances: Is science out of control? — by Peter Ellerton — last modified Jan 09, 2009 12:37 PM

How do we place a moral value on science? What issues are here and on the horizon that will test our moral boundaries through the advancement of science? Philosophy of science, ethics, moral philosophy. From New Scientist magazine.

Mill, John Stuart - On Liberty — by Peter Ellerton — last modified Apr 16, 2009 12:47 PM

A text file of the complete work. Save and open in Word or click on the link and search for particular passages in the page displayed.

Aristotle - Ethics — by Peter Ellerton — last modified Apr 16, 2009 01:05 PM

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Can Science Save its Soul — by Peter Ellerton — last modified May 25, 2008 11:26 AM

New Scientist article about science and its purpose. What does it tell us about our lives and how should we do science? Philosophy of science.

Introduction to Critical Thinking — by Peter Ellerton — last modified May 28, 2008 10:30 PM

Basics of Critical Thinking by Jo Lau from the University of Hong Kong - very nicely done. See more here http://www.asa3.org/ASA/Education/think/critical.htm

Social Philosophy booklet — by Peter Ellerton — last modified Aug 13, 2008 11:43 AM

Outlines some basic theories and gives an overview of philosophers. Starts with Plato. Nice resource for introduction to social philosophy.

Kant, Immanuel (1724-1804) - Critique of Practical Reason — by Peter Ellerton — last modified Apr 16, 2009 12:39 PM

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