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ETHICSOC 19SI: Philosophy of the Covid-19 Pandemic

The coronavirus pandemic has brought philosophical questions about morality, politics, and bioethics into sharp relief. These include questions about how to balance personal freedom and collective interests, how to allocate medical resources, and issues of justice in the treatment of ¿essential workers,¿ among other topics. This class provides a setting for in-depth, group discussion of these questions and more. It will bring together 10-20 students to read articles, hear from guest lecturers, and deliberate about these issues. The goal is to engage students in philosophy as an accessible, interpersonal practice of questioning concepts and refining our beliefs about the world around us. Prior study of philosophy is not needed. Although rooted in philosophy, this class will examine topics through the lens of economics, public policy, law, psychology, and more. Readings are drawn from both formal texts and thought-pieces/op-eds from mainstream publications. To apply for the class, please fill out this form by Friday September 4th, 2020 at 11:59pm PST https://forms.gle/iqtuQLLRuUv6V5cK7.
Last offered: Autumn 2020

ETHICSOC 20: Introduction to Moral Philosophy (PHIL 2)

What should I do with my life? What kind of person should I be? How should we treat others? What makes actions right or wrong? What is good and what is bad? What should we value? How should we organize society? Is there any reason to be moral? Is morality relative or subjective? How, if at all, can such questions be answered? Intensive introduction to theories and techniques in contemporary moral philosophy.
Terms: Aut | Units: 5 | UG Reqs: GER:DB-Hum, GER:EC-EthicReas, WAY-A-II, WAY-ER

ETHICSOC 22A: Searching Together after the Common Good: An Introduction to Ethics in the Western Tradition (SLE 22A)

Important works from the Western tradition will be used to construct and explore some basic frameworks for ethical thinking. Students will gain a familiarity with some canonical texts and develop skills of close-reading and group discussion when it comes to ethical inquiry. Course texts can vary by quarter and year but will include a mix of canonical philosophical, religious, and literary texts. NOTE: Former SLE students should sign up for the ETHICSOC 22A/ ETHICSOC 22B listings. SLE 22A/ SLE 22B are courses in ethics for high school students, taught primarily through an history based humanities curriculum. Stanford Student's participation in this course will include classroom experience with the high school students, as well as time with the course instructors to discuss, evaluate, and reflect on the course design. Please contact the instructor if you'd like to learn more: gwatkins@stanford.edu
Terms: Win | Units: 1-3 | Repeatable 2 times (up to 3 units total)
Instructors: Watkins, G. (PI)

ETHICSOC 22B: Searching Together after the Common Good: An Introduction to Ethics in the Western Tradition (SLE 22B)

Important works from the Western tradition will be used to construct and explore some basic frameworks for ethical thinking. Students will gain a familiarity with some canonical texts and develop skills of close-reading and group discussion when it comes to ethical inquiry. Course texts can vary by quarter and year but will include a mix of canonical philosophical, religious, and literary texts. NOTE: Former SLE students should sign up for the ETHICSOC 22A/ ETHICSOC 22B listings. SLE 22A/ SLE 22B are courses in ethics for high school students, taught primarily through an history based humanities curriculum. Stanford Student's participation in this course will include classroom experience with the high school students, as well as time with the course instructors to discuss, evaluate, and reflect on the course design. Please contact the instructor if you'd like to learn more: gwatkins@stanford.edu
Terms: Spr | Units: 1-3 | Repeatable 2 times (up to 3 units total)
Instructors: Watkins, G. (PI)

ETHICSOC 24SI: Deliberative Discussions

The Deliberative Discussions Course was initiated by the ASSU Undergraduate Senate in 2019 as an opportunity for students of different backgrounds, beliefs, and experiences to meet and share in a process of mutual dialogue across difference. Students will engage in meaningful dialogue and respectful discourse about difficult campus and global topics. The program strives to reduce social distance and enable students to try out new ideas. Participants will learn about and from one another as they acquire skills and tools that will help them to transform contentious debates into meaningful exchange. Students will lead their own peer-to-peer conversations about topics of their choice throughout the quarter. Lunch is provided for all participants.
Terms: Spr | Units: 1
Instructors: Chen, C. (PI)

ETHICSOC 25SI: Effective Altruism - How can we have the biggest positive impact?

This course will introduce students to Effective Altruism - a social movement and philosophy attempting to maximize positive social impact, along with critiques and questions raised by the philosophy. The course will feature lectures, discussions and workshops to think through how we can increase our impact with our careers, time, donations and other resources.
Last offered: Spring 2020

ETHICSOC 36X: Dangerous Ideas (ARTHIST 36, COMPLIT 36A, EALC 36, ENGLISH 71, FRENCH 36, HISTORY 3D, MUSIC 36H, PHIL 36, POLISCI 70, RELIGST 36X, SLAVIC 36, TAPS 36)

Ideas matter. Concepts such as progress, technology, and sex, have inspired social movements, shaped political systems, and dramatically influenced the lives of individuals. Others, like cultural relativism and historical memory, play an important role in contemporary debates in the United States. All of these ideas are contested, and they have a real power to change lives, for better and for worse. In this one-unit class we will examine these "dangerous" ideas. Each week, a faculty member from a different department in the humanities and arts will explore a concept that has shaped human experience across time and space.
Terms: Win, Spr | Units: 1 | Repeatable 4 times (up to 4 units total)
Instructors: Safran, G. (PI)

ETHICSOC 75: Bioethics Fellowship

Students admitted to the Bioethics Fellowship hosted by the McCoy Family Center for Ethics in Society should enroll in this course.

ETHICSOC 79: Ethics and Leadership in Public Service (CSRE 126C, EDUC 126A, LEAD 126A, URBANST 126A)

This course explores ethical questions that arise in public service work, as well as leadership theory and skills relevant to public service work. Through readings, discussions, in-class activities, assignments, and guest lectures, students will develop a foundation and vision for a future of ethical and effective service leadership. This course serves as a gateway for interested students to participate in the Haas Center's Public Service Leadership Program.
Terms: Spr | Units: 3-4 | UG Reqs: WAY-ER
Instructors: Lobo, K. (PI)

ETHICSOC 85: Introduction to Tech Ethics and Policy Career Pathways (ETHICSOC 285)

Focuses on equipping students with critical thinking, analysis, and independent learning skills on topics within tech ethics and policy to prepare them for summer internship placements. Other tech industry, government, and civil society leaders will participate as appropriate. All students requesting admission to this course must be previously selected Tech Ethics and Policy Fellows. Visit https://solo.stanford.edu/apply/F2Q4 for more about this work/study program.
Terms: Spr | Units: 2
Instructors: Schaake, M. (PI)
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