1. Metaethics The term “meta” means after or beyond‚ and‚ consequently‚ the notion of metaethics involves a removed‚ or bird’s eye view of the entire project of ethics. We may define metaethics as the study of the origin and meaning of ethical concepts. When compared to normative ethics and applied ethics‚ the field of metaethics is the least precisely defined area of moral philosophy. It covers issues from moral semantics to moral epistemology[->0]. Two issues‚ though‚ are prominent: (1) metaphysical
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The basic Principles that has been covered in ethics of computer games is Cultural Relativism‚ Subjectivism in Ethics‚ Divine Command Theory‚ Natural Law Theory‚ and Ethical Egoism. These arguments do not meet the minimum conception of morality which is Reason and impartiality. For all these arguments to be solid they also need to have reason and logic supporting it. All these arguments which are now mostly unfollowed because of the evident flaws they pertain are as follows. Starting off with cultural
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September 11‚ 2013 Psychological Egoism Psychological Egoism is the position that the ultimate motive of all actions is selfish. It is not the position that everyone should be motivated by selfish desires‚ but rather that they are motivated by selfish desires. This is supposed to be a psychological fact of human motivations. Joel Feinberg presents a multitude of arguments against psychological egoistic hedonism. There are four “arguments” which support psychological egoism: (a) “Every action of mine
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states that the second law of nature is that all people should seek personal satisfaction by acting towards others as he or she would want that person to act towards his or herself. By doing so‚ Hobbes believes that the overall satisfaction of life will increase‚ supporting the idea of ethical egoism‚ which is the idea that every individual should always do what will make his or her life better over time. The idea of ethical egoism leads to the same idea of the “golden rule” in Hobbes’ theory. The
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Ethical Egosim and Sentiment: Examing Decision-Making in the Grey Area If there were one particular ethical theory that would universally fit all situations‚ ethics would be an open/shut case. However‚ that simply isn’t how ethical theories work. While‚ some may have significantly more merit than others on a scale of universal application‚ there are some situations where relativism comes into play when deciphering which theory best suits a given situation. The relativism referred to here is of
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Egoism and utilitarianism are consequential theories that refer to that the outcomes are the most importance. However‚ there is a big difference‚ egoism pursued my benefits and utilitarianism aims to the greatest mount of people’s benefit and their happiness. Kant’s ethics‚ virtue theory and ethic of care are non-consequential
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Personal Ethics Statement Personal ethics provides a foundation for an individuals’ moral scale. It reflects personal beliefs on values‚ morals‚ right‚ and wrong. Personal ethics is influenced by family‚ friends‚ community‚ religion‚ culture‚ and coworkers; and that can have a positive or negative impact. Personal ethics varies from person to person; some points may be similar whereas others will differ. Personal ethics drives actions‚ and to some point‚ emotions day by day. Depending‚ on the
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Personal Ethical Statement The reflective ethical lens inventory defines personal ethical viewpoint much with my character. The results states my lens are‚ Results Lens and Reputation Lens – that says listening my intuition (sensibility) will determine good in each individual (autonomy) and have virtues best serving a community (equality). When balancing myself with others my core values parallel autonomy and equality. The goal for interdependence and harmonizing individuals rights with the community
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Personal Ethical Statement The preferred ethical lens is considered to be none periscope or paralysis. The report says that I can see the gifts and the weaknesses of each lens and able to move fluidly among them to adapt the right tools to each situation to ensure the best outcome. I have the mature ability to use the right tools in a given situation or paralyzed belief that everyone has a valid point. The mature expression of this position has no blind spot. I can see both the strengths and
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Personal Ethical Statement: Ethical Lens Inventory is used as way to identify what values are more important to me as an individual. The inventory allows me to see ethical dilemma clearly and learn how to resolve them better. The awareness of people having different priorities and different values help me to learn and respect each other’s point of views. My preferred ethical lens is Rights and responsibility. It says that I think thoroughly through a problem and options before taking action
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