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CRT301 Critical Thinking - Abu Dhabi University
Thinking Ethically
1. Utilitarian Approach: greatest good for the greatest number of people.
2. Rights Approach: an individual's right for a person to choose for himself/herself.
3. Fairness Approach: how fair is an action? Does it treat everyone in the same way? E.g. legal system.
4. Common Good Approach: policies and systems should benefit everyone.
5. Virtue Approach: What kind of person should I be? What will promote the development of character within myself and my community?
Case Study I
Fiona Hill is the Bureau Chief for the "Wired News Service" based in China.
Question 1:
Bearing in mind what we discussed in class about Value judgement and Principles of moral dilemma,
a) state what you would do in this situation if you were Fiona.
b) In 150 - 200 words, explain the reasons why you took this decision.
Case Study II - President of country XYZ
Question 2:
Bearing in mind what we discussed in class about Value judgement and Principles of moral dilemma,
a) state what you would do in this situation if you were the President.
b) In 150 - 200 words, explain the reasons why you took this decision.
Case Study III - Sally
Question 3:
Bearing in mind what we discussed in class about Value judgement and Principles of moral dilemma,
a) state what you would do in this situation if you were Sally.
b) In 150 - 200 words, explain the reasons why you took this decision.
Attachment:- Critical Thinking.rar