Summer Online

Introduction to Ethics

PHIL 130--Four Quarter Hours

Dr. Gene Blocker
220K Ellis Hall
Ohio University--Athens Campus
(740) 593-4641
blocker@ohio.edu

Please refer to the complete final course syllabus available on the course Website once the course begins.

Course
Description

Discussion of classic and/or modern philosophical views of human values, ideals, and morality. Provides introductory survey of some main problems, concepts, and results of ethics including selected philosophers of past and present.

Prerequisites

None

Methods of Course Instruction

Blackboard course content, discussion board.

Course Objectives

To develop critical thinking on moral issues.

General Course Requirements

Weekly assignments 30%
Midterm exam 30%
Final exam 40%


Materials

Required

Blocker, Introduction to ethics ( a free e-book)


Alternative source where materials can be obtained
Text book will be sent free of charge by e-mail attachment to all registered students.

Exams
Requirements

2 exams - No proctoring required

How are exams to be taken:  Online

Call the Ohio University Online Staff at 1-888-551-6446 if you have questions about this course or the enrollment process.


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(740) 5932150 if you have questions about Ohio Degree Opportunities.