printer friendly pageETHICSOC 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: Spr
| Units: 5
| UG Reqs: GER:DB-Hum, WAY-A-II, GER:EC-EthicReas, WAY-ER
Instructors:
Madigan, T. (PI)
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Benossi, L. (TA)
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Dowling, G. (TA)
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Instructors:
Madigan, T. (PI)
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Benossi, L. (TA)
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Dowling, G. (TA)
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Kelley, M. (TA)
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Ladendorf, T. (TA)
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Valenzuela, C. (TA)
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.
Terms: Spr
| Units: 1-3
| Repeatable
2 times
(up to 3 units total)
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 equality, tradition, and Hell have inspired social movements, shaped political systems, and dramatically influenced the lives of individuals. Others, like race and urban renewal, 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: Spr
| Units: 1
Instructors:
Safran, G. (PI)
ETHICSOC 79: Ethics and Leadership in Public Service (CSRE 126C, EDUC 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:
Reich, R. (PI)
ETHICSOC 107: Rethinking Meat: An Introduction to Alternative Proteins (EARTHSYS 109, EARTHSYS 209, ESS 103, ESS 203)
How do we feed a growing population in the face of climate change? Will Impossible Burgers become the new norm? Are you curious to learn about a frontier in bio- and chemical-engineering? Are you passionate about animal rights, human health, and sustainable agriculture? Learn about the environmental, ethical, and economic drivers behind the market for meat replacements. We'll take a deep dive into the science and technology used to develop emerging plant, fermentation and cell-based meat alternatives and explore the political challenges and behavioral adaptation needed to decrease meat consumption. Hear from entrepreneurs, researchers, and innovative startups developing sustainable and marketable alternative proteins through weekly guest lectures from industry leaders.
Terms: Spr
| Units: 1-2
ETHICSOC 131X: Ethics in Bioengineering (BIOE 131)
Bioengineering focuses on the development and application of new technologies in the biology and medicine. These technologies often have powerful effects on living systems at the microscopic and macroscopic level. They can provide great benefit to society, but they also can be used in dangerous or damaging ways. These effects may be positive or negative, and so it is critical that bioengineers understand the basic principles of ethics when thinking about how the technologies they develop can and should be applied. On a personal level, every bioengineer should understand the basic principles of ethical behavior in the professional setting. This course will involve substantial writing, and will use case-study methodology to introduce both societal and personal ethical principles, with a focus on practical applications.
Terms: Spr
| Units: 3
| UG Reqs: GER:EC-EthicReas, WAY-ER
Instructors:
Altman, R. (PI)
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Magnus, D. (PI)
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Bhise, R. (TA)
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Instructors:
Altman, R. (PI)
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Magnus, D. (PI)
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Bhise, R. (TA)
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Jiang, B. (TA)
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Klich, J. (TA)
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McRae, K. (TA)
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Mishra, V. (TA)
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Weed, L. (TA)
ETHICSOC 170: Ethical Theory (PHIL 170, PHIL 270)
This course explores some major topics/themes in ethical theory from the middle of the 20th century through the present. We'll read philosophy by John Rawls, Thomas Nagel, Bernard Williams, Christine Korsgaard, G.E.M. Anscombe, Philipa Foot, and others. Substantial background in moral philosophy will be assumed. Students should have completed Philosophy 2 (or its equivalent - if you have questions, please contact the instructor).
Terms: Spr
| Units: 4
| UG Reqs: WAY-ER, GER:DB-Hum, WAY-A-II, GER:EC-EthicReas
Instructors:
Dannenberg, J. (PI)
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Gottlieb, D. (TA)
ETHICSOC 177L: Professional Ethics Across Sectors (ETHICSOC 277, MED 267)
Ethics arise in many aspects of professional life and work environments, whether in corporations, government, the academy, or non-profit organizations. Leaders face increasing challenge internally and externally as well. Age-old challenges from racism to inability to weather scandal persist, but with expanded scope and increased urgency. Technology now infuses almost every ethical challenge. Sectors are porous. Attempts to silo ethics inevitably fail: Ethical mishaps in one sector, or one part of an organization, spread quickly to the others. This course will consider one sector at each class session: corporate; government; the academy; and non-profit organizations. A final session will explore individual leadership irrespective of sector. Prominent guests will join certain sessions for interactive discussion. Class meets on 3/28, 4/4, 4/18, 5/2, 5/16.
Terms: Spr
| Units: 1-2
Instructors:
Liautaud, S. (PI)
ETHICSOC 185M: Contemporary Moral Problems (PHIL 72, POLISCI 134P)
In this course, we will explore contemporary moral issues that arise in the lives of students at higher education institutions and consider their implications beyond campus. Taking the university as a starting point for moral analysis, we will explore issues including: is selective college admissions permissible, or should spots at a college be assigned by a lottery? Is grading an effective way to evaluate work, or instead an oppressive and arbitrary metric that hinders learning? Are amateur student-athletes exploited by colleges? If they are, is it immoral to attend sporting events where colleges and sponsors make money off their labor? What is the role of protest and collective action in a moral life on campus and beyond? Is there a free speech crisis on American college campuses, and what moral grounds are there for the right to free speech? What differences if any should there be between how we regard free speech on campus versus in civil society more broadly? Should you study what
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In this course, we will explore contemporary moral issues that arise in the lives of students at higher education institutions and consider their implications beyond campus. Taking the university as a starting point for moral analysis, we will explore issues including: is selective college admissions permissible, or should spots at a college be assigned by a lottery? Is grading an effective way to evaluate work, or instead an oppressive and arbitrary metric that hinders learning? Are amateur student-athletes exploited by colleges? If they are, is it immoral to attend sporting events where colleges and sponsors make money off their labor? What is the role of protest and collective action in a moral life on campus and beyond? Is there a free speech crisis on American college campuses, and what moral grounds are there for the right to free speech? What differences if any should there be between how we regard free speech on campus versus in civil society more broadly? Should you study what you love at college, or should you pursue as lucrative a degree as possible and donate the majority of your earnings to charity? Is it possible to change an institution 'from the inside,' or must one work outside of unjust systems in order to be a moral person? This course will help you develop the analytical and philosophical tools necessary to answer these and other important moral questions.
Terms: Spr
| Units: 4-5
| UG Reqs: WAY-ER, GER:EC-EthicReas
Instructors:
Karlan, B. (PI)
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