Applying an Ethical Theory

Week 1 assignment, “Ethical Question,”

In the Week 3 assignment, “Applying an Ethical Theory,” you explained utilitarianism, deontology, or virtue ethics, including its core moral principle or ideal, and applied that theory to the topic by demonstrating how its principles would support a particular position on your ethical question.

This final written assignment should be written in essay form with the following clearly labeled sections:

1. Introduction

2. Ethical Argument

3. Explanation and Defense

4. Objection and Response

5. Conclusion

The paper should be between 1,300 and 1,500 words, utilize three scholarly resources, and include a title page and reference page.

Part 1: Introduction

In this section of the paper, you will begin with your ethical question, introduce the topic and paper, and close with a thesis statement.

· The ethical question may be the same as your Week 3 written assignment (“Applying an Ethical Theory”) or a revised version of it.

· The introduction should be revised in a way that reflects your additional thinking on the issue and question.

· End this section with a thesis statement that states your position on the issue (the answer to the ethical question you believe is strongest) and provides a brief sum