physician-assisted suicide
explore controversial, divisive issues like these. One goal will be to better understand the non-moral “hard facts” that are in the background of the moral issues. With research into the factual aspects of the debate, finding relevant statistics, measurable outcomes, and other data, perhaps we can work closer toward a resolution of debates around these social issues.
As you conduct your research and work on your segment, take some time to think about how to argue for your own position on the issue. Supporting your view will be done in part by the research you’re doing on the non-moral, empirical aspects of the topic. As part of your preparation for this assessment, you will also explore two academic disciplines or professions—psychology, nursing science, counseling, sociology, criminal justice, et cetera—to better contextualize your selected issue. You’ll also need to use ethical concepts—such as values, ethical principles, and ideals—along with ethical arguments to make a convincing case for your stance on the issue
Create a detailed and engaging PPT. minimum 15 pages, not to include the reference pages.
- Describe a contemporary social issue associated with multiple viewpoints.
- Analyze the importance of the issue.
- Present conflicting perspectives impartially.
- Analyze the primary interest(s) of at least three stakeholders invested in a contemporary social issue.
- Explain at least one key argument associated with each opposing viewpoint.
- Present conflicting perspectives impartially.
- Analyze research findings from different academic disciplines that provide insights relevant to the contemporary social issue.
- Present conflicting evidence and perspectives impartially.
- Analyze a contemporary social issue from multiple perspectives using one of the three traditional theories of normative ethics.
- State and defend your own position with clear reasoning in your own words.
- Support your position with a discussion of normative ethical concepts.