Category: Philosophy

read the essay using the link in the topic section. Identify thesis statement and provide 2 sentences quotes relating to the thesis and summarize those two quotes (one or two sentences per quote). include a paragraph number for each quote. THE WHOLE PAPER IS ABOUT 4-5 LINES.

Please read carefully: (maximum 1000 words)

Report on Business Ethics:

As a final assignment, the student will be asked to carry out a study on a specific company, chosen from the FTSE100 stock index. It must be an original piece of work, which should be understood as consultancy report. The application of the concepts discussed in class to the real issues observed in the company must be shown and presented in the format of an executive report (max 1,000 words you can hand in less, but anything above will not be reviewed). This should address the following points:

1) The firms general stance: description of the position of the firm regarding ethics and corporate social responsibility.

2) The analysis of its CSR report, if published. Which points are included? How much information is provided? Is it relevant and trustworthy? Which points are missing?

3) Any scandals or unethical behavior registered in the past. Description of the event, what caused it and how the company reacted.

4) Its code of ethics, if available. How is it formulated? Offer a critical analysis.

5) Its leaders behavior. Do the leaders inspire the rest of the employees to behave ethically?

Recommendations for improvement.
Since this is an executive report, the information must be summarized very much. Only the essential pieces of information should be included and no unnecessary descriptions should extend the length of the text without adding value. In this sense, the capability of condensing relevant information and transmitting it fluidly will be essential. From the report, it should become evident that the student dominates the concepts discussed in the sessions and is able to confront a real business. He/She should present a report, which could easily be forwarded to the management team of the firm being analyzed and serve as a diagnosis of their position in regards to Business Ethics.

The report should list the consulted references (in APA 6th ed. style) at the end and may include some annexes. Both these sections will not compute for the final word count. Neither a title page nor an index are necessary. It is recommended that the title should read:

Executive Report on Business Ethics at Name of the Company

by Name of the Student

The text should be in Calibri, font size 11 and single spacing. Numbering of sections and structure are left to the students; however, a certain structural logic is expected.

Grading criteria will include the discussion of the items listed above in enough depth (with use of data whenever required by the argument), relation to the concepts and frameworks discussed in class, appropriate use of technical terms, capability to express in written form the most fundamental conclusions, and recommendations for improvement supported by the analysis.

Beginning to Think about Applied Ethics

Before beginning this paper, make sure that you have completed Module 1 and chosen your Applied Ethics topic (animal rights, euthanasia, or global poverty). It is also highly recommend that you have read LaFollette’s “Writing a Philosophy Paper” from Ethics in Practice: An Anthology. This paper is worth 5% of your grade in this course. Make sure to follow the following instructions.

Topic

In this paper, you will begin to defend your own view on your applied ethics topic. In order to do this, you must explain your applied ethics topic, briefly, then write a clear thesis statement that states your own view. After giving your thesis statement, you need to explain why you have this position. So, explain two or three reasons that you think support your view.

Grading

This paper will be graded on content, not length. That being said, you should aim for 1-2 pages. If your paper is too short, you wont have included all of the necessary portions of this assignment. Your paper should include an introduction, paragraphs devoted to the reasons for your position, and a conclusion. If your paper seems to be a bit long, make sure every word is absolutely necessary. You should be able to explain the concepts succinctly as well as clearly.

This is not a research paper, so you should not need to use any sources outside the course materials. However, you may want to refer to other sources to support your position. If you do, make sure you cite them properly. You may use any style that you prefer (APA, MLA, etc.), as long as you areconsistent. This should be your own work. Do not plagiarize. See the Syllabus for my policy on this.

Rubric

Introduction (15 pts)

Your introduction should briefly explain the applied ethics topic discussed in the paper and effectively engage the reader’s attention. You should end your introduction with a clear statement of your view (your thesis statement).

Support (15 pts)

The body of the paper should present and explain two-three reasons that you think support your position. These reasons should be appropriately connected to your argument – the reasons that you give provide evidence for thinking that your position (as presented in your thesis statement) is true. If outside sources are needed, they are included in an appropriate manner (e.g. sources are used when needed, when they are used – no excessive quotation)

Conclusion (5 pts)

Your conclusion should succinctly and clearly summarize the topic discussed in your paper and it should include a restatement of your thesis.

Overall Readability and Mechanics (5 pts)

Your paper should be free of spelling and grammatical errors, and any sources used should be cited. Make sure you use natural and appropriate word choice.

Overall Structure and Organization (5 pts)

In your paper, make sure that the structure and organization of the paper makes your ideas clear. Discussion of different topics should be clearly indicated in text, and there should be smooth transitions between sections, easy for reader to follow throughout.

Originality of Thought (5 pts)

The paper demonstrates original and creative critical thinking.

Due DateJan 12, 2020 11:30 PM

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The introduction briefly explains the applied ethics topic discussed in the paper and effectively engage the reader’s attention. The introduction contains a clear statement of the students position as well as a clear preview of the structure of the paper.

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The student explained two-three reasons that support the students position. These reasons provided evidence for thinking that the students position (as presented in their thesis statement) is true. If outside sources are needed to support the position, they are included in an appropriate manner (e.g. sources are used when needed, when they are used – no excessive quotation).

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The conclusion succinctly and clearly summarizes the topic discussed in the paper and contains a restatement of the students thesis.

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Free of errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

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Discussion of different topics clearly indicated in text. Smooth transitions between sections, easy to follow throughout.

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The paper demonstrates original and creative critical thinking on the assigned topic.

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In 500 words or more (no less), explain the difference between normative ethics and meta-ethics. You may use examples, but you will still need to include a full scholarly definition of each, with commentary. You may use any scholarly source other than a dictionary, to include online video lectures. You may use Wikipedia as a starting point, but be aware that Wikipedia is not a scholarly source and therefore can never be quoted in your paper or counted as 1 of your 5 bibliographic citations. You will need to include inline citations in your essay (last name, date, pg#) and must still cite any sources beyond the five required that you use to write your paper in the references section of your essay. If you include an inline citation, there must be a corresponding entry in the reference list or bibliography. You can find tools and examples of APA citation formats at the Purdue University Online Writing Lab.

You are required to submit a separate annotated bibliography. Using the resource center and the scholarly research tools I listed in the course introduction, for your research. With that information, create an annotated bibliography with 5 sources related to the ethical theory of the week.

PHI 210 Critical Thinking
Week 1
Part 1
Think about what types of problems you have encountered on your job.  How did you solve the problem?  Did you ask questions first or just delve into the problem?

NOTE:  Dont provide a personal problem but a work-related problem/challenge that you helped solve or a problem/challenge that you and a team of employees solved. Be specific considering the following prompts:

1.    Provide the specific situation or scenario.
2.    What steps were performed to think through the situation using critical thinking, more importantly, asking the right questions??
3.    What was the final outcome and was the problem solved?

Response to for EXTRA CREDIT:
For this weeks discussion question I have chosen to focus on a particular problem that often tends to occur within my place of work, which is everyone is not on the same page. Almost everyday a problem arises between supervisors as to who is right within making an executive decision in regards to policy holders and their coverage. I feel as if all were trained in a different way and the procedures are not always right. We often seek to obtain the correct procedures from a manager and once confirmed we share the information via email to everyone in the department so that everyone will know the correct procedures should they ever run into the same issue. It’s often easily resolved without conflict.

Part 2
The discussion will focus on the biases learned from the Webtext.  We all have biases but they need to be checked prior to solving any problems.
From the four (4) options below, choose one of the options below which are a few of the biggest problems in the world today, and think about your own biases including emotional biases) and how your biases can have an negative impact on coming up with a solution to the issue.+

1.    Climate change and destruction of nature
2.    Inequality income discrimination)
3.    Government accountability and transparency/corruption
4.    Safety/security/well being

Part 3
Based on what you have read in the Webtext on arguments, write out your own argument that you would either deliver to someone in person or in writing. NOTE:  Your argument needs to contain more than one sentence.  Then identify the premise(s) and the conclusion.
    Indicate whether your argument is deductive or inductive and explain your answer.
    Is your argument strong or weak?
    Identify the premises and the conclusion as follows:
P1 (for the premise), P2 (for the 2nd premise, and C (for the conclusion).
Example: Argument:
It is wrong for persons who do not receive a proper trail to be found guilty and sentenced to death.
P1. Many persons are sentenced to death due to mistake or careless work by police or prosecutors.
P2. It is wrong for persons who do not receive a proper trial to be found guilty and sentenced to death.
C. The death penalty should be abolished