Introduction to Ethics

Sophia's Introduction to Ethics course explores philosophical approaches to understanding morality and evaluating moral actions. In this course, you will learn about a variety of normative ethical theories, and apply these theories to real world ethical issues. With an understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of major approaches to ethics, you will build the critical thinking skills necessary to justify ethical positions.

• Identify and articulate the goals of ethics as a discipline
• Analyze and evaluate philosophical arguments
• Define, describe, and apply key terminology in moral theory 
• Articulate the essential features and commitments of major approaches to ethics
• Identify and articulate the strengths and weaknesses of major approaches to ethics 
• Apply a variety of moral theories to evaluate real-life situations and actions
• Recognize the sources and effect of bias in ethical decision making
• Analyze ethical considerations for contemporary ethical issues

All courses are offered on a rolling enrollment basis. You choose your own start date and have 60 days to complete each course. However, because the courses are self-paced, you can complete them in fewer than 60 days.

Self-Paced, 60 day completion, free 30 day extension available.
ACE Credit Recommendation
3 College Credits

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Enrollment

• Email us at info@clearning.org if you would like to enroll.