USSO 217 - Ethics, An Interdisciplinary Introduction: Truth and Trust

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Case Western Reserve University

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What is trust? Whom/what should we trust? Is it morally acceptable to trust in someone's stupidity or cowardice? What are the criteria for being a trustworthy friend or parent? What is entrusted to professionals of various types? What is a lie? Is there a moral difference between types of lies? What factors are relevant to deciding when, if ever, lying is justified? What does lying do to the liar? What is the effect on the person who is deceived? What does lying do to trust within a culture? This course introduces students to classical and contemporary methods of ethical reflection and reasoning from several disciplines, including philosophy. The goal of the course is to enhance students' understanding of ethical concepts and moral reasoning, to prepare them for a life-time of ethical reflection, discussion, and problem-solving, as well as for more advanced study in the disciplines introduced. We will examine issues of truth, honesty, trust, trustworthiness, and responsibility in contemporary public, private, and professional life. Discussion, active learning methods, and short written assignments and oral reports are the principle methods of learning used. Prereq: Passing letter grade in a 100 level first year seminar in USFS, FSSO, FSCC, FSNA, FSSY or FSCS. Prereq or Coreq: FSTS 100.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.case.edu

Phone Number:

(216) 368-2000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

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Semester

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