Philosophy 271 - Animals and Ethics ES

Institution:

Hiram College

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Description:

This course will consider the relationship between ethical theories and our treatment of other animals. We will examine relevant ethical theories probably including at least Utilitarianism, rights-based and contract-based ethical theories. These theories will be examined in their applications to problems surrounding our treatment of non-human animals including consuming animals as food, using animals for experimentation, and the recreational use of animals. In addition, this course will consider issues surrounding our ascription of various mental states or capacities to animals including the ability to feel pain, possessions of interests and desires, and the ascription of awareness, self-awareness, and language to animals.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

WWW.HIRAM.EDU

Phone Number:

(330) 569-3211

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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