Part 2 & 3
Role of Majority Views:
In my view of the majority views, basely is when you make a decision to be part of the majority. Which means your answer can go either way, but we need to make moral decisions and our own decisions. And we need to justify our decision based on moral and ethics.
Arguable Issue: The arguable issue is whether or not the majority views is a reliable basis for ethical decision making.
Conclusion: Majority views is a reliable basis for ethical decision- making
Premises: And the reason majority views is a reliable basis for ethical decision is because
(1) Most people make good decisions
(2) When you make a decision morally or ethical it's usually fair
(3) Everyone will not agree always so there will be a majority
The Role of Feelings
People's feelings are the way they feel at that particular time and is subject to change based on what ever is going on at that time. People usually have the same feelings but react differently.
Arguable Issue: Whether or not our feeling are a reliable basis for ethical decision making.
Conclusion: No, our feelings are not a reliable basis for ethical decision making.
Premises: No, our feelings are not a reliable basis for ethical decision making.
(1) Feelings change all the time, so it would not be reliable.
(2) Every one's feelings is different
(3) And because our feelings change it influence our decisions.
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
Assignment #4
Part 1
1. What is the relationpship between Religion and Ethics?
The relationship between religion and ethics is they both is based pretty much on moral beliefs and/or moral opinions. Or some would say revelation and reason. With religion the belief is that God reveals things about life and our behavior. Ethics consists of standardsof behavior our society accepts.
2. The online resource related to this topic comes from
http://www.rootsandrooted.org/?p=84. What I've learned about this topic The relationship between religion and ethics is that they both have some of the same components, however it could very from religion to religion. I had never thought about it in that way. The different religions made it very interesting, how they vary from one to another.
Arguable Issue: Whether or not ethics and religion beliefs are complementary?
Conclusion: Religion and Ethics are complementary.
Premises: And the reason why they are complementary are.
(1) Both are used as a way of life
(2) Both deals with feelings of right and wrong
(3) Both can support each other in the way of opinions.
1. What is the relationpship between Religion and Ethics?
The relationship between religion and ethics is they both is based pretty much on moral beliefs and/or moral opinions. Or some would say revelation and reason. With religion the belief is that God reveals things about life and our behavior. Ethics consists of standardsof behavior our society accepts.
2. The online resource related to this topic comes from
http://www.rootsandrooted.org/?p=84. What I've learned about this topic The relationship between religion and ethics is that they both have some of the same components, however it could very from religion to religion. I had never thought about it in that way. The different religions made it very interesting, how they vary from one to another.
Arguable Issue: Whether or not ethics and religion beliefs are complementary?
Conclusion: Religion and Ethics are complementary.
Premises: And the reason why they are complementary are.
(1) Both are used as a way of life
(2) Both deals with feelings of right and wrong
(3) Both can support each other in the way of opinions.
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
Assignment #3
1. Explain what “to give an argument” means in this book.
To give a set of reasons or evidence in support of your conclusion. So basically he wants you to view arguments as details with support. It seem like when it comes to an argument you are always trying to prove your point and that takes supporting facts.
2. What are the reasons Weston gives in support of his claim, “arguments are essential”?
Because you may really need a strong point of view to support and be convincing of your argument. He feels that everyone views are different from each others. Arguments are essential because it helps you defend your position on why you choose that position.
3. Explain why many students tend to “write an essay, but not an argument”.
Maybe because they don't understand the difference between the two, so what they feel is an argument is actually an essay. Sometimes because they make statements, based on their own views and can't support their views.
4. Construct two short arguments (one "for" and one "against") as modeled in the Week 3 Assignment section in Blackboard. Put each one in "elements form".
Arguable Issue: Should a couple live together and not get married?
Conclusions: It's okay to live together.
Arguable Issue: Should a couple live together and not get married?
Conclusions: It's okay to live together
Premises: It's not okay to live together because
(1) It's not consider respectful
(2) There is no legal binding of the union.
(3) It's easy to walk away from.
5. Review the seven rules in chapter one. Briefly discuss how your argument demonstrates that each rule was applied, in the construction of your arguments above.
After looking over each of the rules, I feel that I applied them correctly in my 2 short arguments because rule #1 was applied and i used a distinguish premises and conclusion. Rule #2 was presented in a natural order. Rule #3 came from reliable premises. Rule #4 was concrete and concise. Rule #5, I avoided loaded language. Rule #6 I used consistent terms and Rule #7 I stuck to one meaning for each term.
6. Review the three rules in the appendix named, “Definitions”. In your own words, discuss how you took these rules into consideration as you constructed your arguments.
Because I was clear to the reader and didn't use undefined words. Also I did not let definitions do the work of arguments. My conclusion was mainly on the premises for support.
7. Good posts demonstrate:
Sincere reflection, effort, and analysis
Answers that are substantial (at least one large paragraph each)
Consistent mention, citation, and integration of the assigned readings (explained in YOUR own words, though)
Correct spelling, grammar, and punctuation
Correctly titled posts!
How many points do you honestly feel your post this week deserves? Justify your answer.
Well I answer the questions as well as I could, I sorry but I have had alot of things going on. So therefore the whole 25 points, please.
To give a set of reasons or evidence in support of your conclusion. So basically he wants you to view arguments as details with support. It seem like when it comes to an argument you are always trying to prove your point and that takes supporting facts.
2. What are the reasons Weston gives in support of his claim, “arguments are essential”?
Because you may really need a strong point of view to support and be convincing of your argument. He feels that everyone views are different from each others. Arguments are essential because it helps you defend your position on why you choose that position.
3. Explain why many students tend to “write an essay, but not an argument”.
Maybe because they don't understand the difference between the two, so what they feel is an argument is actually an essay. Sometimes because they make statements, based on their own views and can't support their views.
4. Construct two short arguments (one "for" and one "against") as modeled in the Week 3 Assignment section in Blackboard. Put each one in "elements form".
Arguable Issue: Should a couple live together and not get married?
Conclusions: It's okay to live together.
Arguable Issue: Should a couple live together and not get married?
Conclusions: It's okay to live together
Premises: It's not okay to live together because
(1) It's not consider respectful
(2) There is no legal binding of the union.
(3) It's easy to walk away from.
5. Review the seven rules in chapter one. Briefly discuss how your argument demonstrates that each rule was applied, in the construction of your arguments above.
After looking over each of the rules, I feel that I applied them correctly in my 2 short arguments because rule #1 was applied and i used a distinguish premises and conclusion. Rule #2 was presented in a natural order. Rule #3 came from reliable premises. Rule #4 was concrete and concise. Rule #5, I avoided loaded language. Rule #6 I used consistent terms and Rule #7 I stuck to one meaning for each term.
6. Review the three rules in the appendix named, “Definitions”. In your own words, discuss how you took these rules into consideration as you constructed your arguments.
Because I was clear to the reader and didn't use undefined words. Also I did not let definitions do the work of arguments. My conclusion was mainly on the premises for support.
7. Good posts demonstrate:
Sincere reflection, effort, and analysis
Answers that are substantial (at least one large paragraph each)
Consistent mention, citation, and integration of the assigned readings (explained in YOUR own words, though)
Correct spelling, grammar, and punctuation
Correctly titled posts!
How many points do you honestly feel your post this week deserves? Justify your answer.
Well I answer the questions as well as I could, I sorry but I have had alot of things going on. So therefore the whole 25 points, please.
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
Assignment #1
1. How would you explain the meaning of the term "ethics" before taking this class?
To me it means being fair in all my decisions, whether it is business or personal. Deceiving people is very much unethical in any situation.
2. That are some of your deepest held values?
Having a loving family, being honest, being loyal as well as trustworthy.
3. What are some of the main principles you try to live by ?
Once again being honest, loyal and trustworthy is just so important. Because at the end of the day all we have is our word, and if you can't be taken by your word it just seem me meaningless.
4. What moral qualities do you look for in others?
A person who's family means alot to them, a person who values marriages, and once again a honest, loyal and trustworthy person.
5. How were your values and principles developed?
They were taught to me, as I was being raised by my parents.
6. How have your values and principles changed through out your life so far?
Not much, I still live by the same values and principles but only now, as an adult it's how I want to live and not because my parents said so.
7. Out of 25 points how much do you feel your work on this assignment deserves? Justify your answer.
Well I believe you wanted an honest opinion and that's what I gave you. So, I feel I should get the 25 points.
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