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Compare and contrast the three leading theories of free will: (1) Libertarianism, (2) Hard determinism, (3) Compatabilism. Be sure to correctly summarize each view, and then provide your own analysis of which of these views is closest to the truth. You must use at least two high quality sources (not Wikipedia, not news articles), but journals. Use this link to find articles: http://libguides.brookhavencollege.edu/content.php?pid=131948&sid=1131609 Do not write on “political libertarianism” but rather the libertarianism that has to do with the metaphysics of freedom.
The word count for the essay is at least 800 words.
 
EEO #1
To demonstrate awareness of the scope and variety of works in the arts and humanities [Explain both the theory/position in question and an opposing theory/position. As I grade, I will ask myself, “How well did you explain both positions?”]
 
5 Demonstrates a clear and insightful awareness of the scope and variety of the works in philosophy by providing clear and full explanations of both positions.
 
4 Demonstrates a clear and reasonable awareness of the scope and variety of the works in philosophy by providing mostly clear and full explanations of both positions.
 
3 Demonstrates an adequate awareness of the scope and variety of the works in philosophy by (a) providing a clear and full explanation of one position and a poor explanation of the second position or (b) providing explanations for both positions that are unclear and/or incomplete.
 
2 Demonstrates a limited awareness of the scope and variety of the works in philosophy by (a) failing to provide an explanation for one of the two theories or (b) providing poor explanations of both positions.
 
1 Demonstrates little or no awareness of the scope and variety of the works in philosophy by (a) failing to provide an explanation for one of the two theories and (b) providing a poor explanation for the other position.
 
0 The essay was not on the topic or there was no essay at all
 
 
 
EEO#2
To understand those works as expressions of individual and human values within an historical and social context [Provide examples to illustrate how this theory/position fits into some historical and/or social context. As I grade, I will ask myself, “How appropriate are the references that utilize historical events or social issues? And what is the quality and quantity of these examples?”]
 
 
5 Demonstrates a clear and insightful understanding of how philosophical ideas/theories relate to their historical and social context by applying the ideas in the essay to social issues or historical events several times and in relevant contexts.
 
4 Demonstrates a clear and reasonable understanding of how philosophical ideas/theories relate to their historical and social context by (a) applying the ideas in the essay to social issues or historical events once or twice in relevant contexts or (b) applying the ideas
in the essay to social issues or historical events several times but not always in
relevant contexts.
 
3 Demonstrates an adequate understanding of how philosophical ideas/theories relate to their historical and social context by applying the ideas in the essay to social issues or historical events once or twice an/or not always in relevant contexts.
 
2 Demonstrates a limited understanding of how philosophical ideas/theories relate to their historical and social context by applying the ideas in the essay to social issues or historical events once but not in a relevant context.
 
1 Demonstrates little or no understanding of how philosophical ideas/theories relate to their historical and social context by not applying the ideas in the essay to social issues or historical events.
 
0 The essay was not on the topic or there was no essay at all
 
EEO #3
To respond critically to works in the arts and humanities [Write an organized essay, that uses clear and coherent reasoning. Explain the objections of the opposing view. As I grade, I will ask myself, “How well do you explain the reasons for the two theories to oppose one another? And how clear and coherent is your overall presentation?”]
 
 
 
5 Demonstrates outstanding critical thinking by giving coherent and consistent reasoning. Also provides a clear presentation of opposing points of view and the reasons they differ.
 
 
4 Demonstrates reasonable critical thinking by using generally coherent and consistent reasoning. Also provides a clear presentation of opposing points of view and the reasons they differ.
 
 
 
3 Demonstrates adequate critical thinking by using some coherent and consistent reasoning that either contains clear weakness in reasoning or fails to provide a clear presentation of opposing points of view and the reasons they differ.
 
2 Demonstrates limited critical thinking by using some coherent and consistent reasoning that contains clear weakness in reasoning and fails to provide a clear presentation of opposing points of view and the reasons they differ.
 
1 Demonstrates little or no critical thinking by using incoherent and inconsistent reasoning that also fails to provide a clear presentation of opposing points of view and the reasons they differ.
 
0 The essay was not on the topic or there was no essay at all
 
EEO#4
To articulate an informed personal reaction to works in the arts and humanities [Explain your own personal reaction to the theories/positions in question. As I grade, I will ask myself, “How well did you explain why you believe what you believe?”]
 
 
 
5 Demonstrates an insightfully informed personal reaction to works in philosophy by
providing a well-thought out personal opinion.
 
4 Demonstrates a reasonably informed personal reaction to works in philosophy by providing a personal opinion that has some support, but needs a little more depth.
 
3 Demonstrates an adequately informed personal reaction to works in philosophy by
providing a personal reaction that has very little support and needs a lot more depth.
 
2 Demonstrates a limited informed personal reaction to works in philosophy by providing a personal reaction that has no support.
 
 
1 Demonstrates little or no personal reaction to works in philosophy by not providing a personal reaction.
 
0 The essay was not on the topic or there was no essay at all
 
 
 
EEO#5
To demonstrate knowledge of the influence of literature, philosophy, and/or the arts on intercultural experiences [Explain how the theories/positions at issue have influenced society and they way different people view themselves. As I grade, I will ask myself, “How well did this person explain the influence or impact of this philosophical theory/position on society?”]
 
 
5 Demonstrates insightful knowledge of the influence of philosophy on intercultural experiences by providing a clear and full explanation of the influence of this theory on society.
 
4 Demonstrates reasonable knowledge of the influence of philosophy on intercultural experiences by providing a mostly clear and full explanation of the influence of this theory on society.
 
3 Demonstrates adequate knowledge of the influence of philosophy on intercultural experiences by (a) providing an explanation of the influence of this theory on society that is unclear and/or lacks depth.
 
2 Demonstrates limited knowledge of the influence of philosophy on intercultural experiences by providing a poor explanation of the influence of this theory on society.
 
1 Demonstrates little or no knowledge of the influence of philosophy on intercultural experiences by failing to provide any explanation of the influence of this theory on society.
 
0 The essay was not on the topic or there was no essay at all
 
 
 
Grammar: [Avoid grammatical and spelling errors. As I grade, I will ask myself, “How good is the grammar?”]
 
5 Demonstrates skillful use of language by being free from most errors in grammar and mechanics. The essay is well organized and focused.
 
4 Demonstrates reasonable facility in the use of language by being free from most errors in grammar and mechanics. The essay is mostly organized and focused.
 
3 Demonstrates adequate facility in the use of language by containing some errors in grammar and/or mechanics. The essay is generally organized and focused with some lapses.
 
2 Demonstrates limited facility in the use of language by containing problems with vocabulary and several errors in grammar and mechanics. The essay is not organized and contains lapses in focus.
 
1 Demonstrates little or no facility in the use of language by containing problems with vocabulary and an unacceptable number of errors in grammar and mechanics. This essay is poorly organized and demonstrates little or no focus.
 
0 The essay was not on the topic or there was no essay at all

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essay
 A 3-4 page argumentative paper (double spaced).  Here are some options:

  1. Case Analysis Paper. Explain a problem and how it is illustrated by one or more case studies. I want you to argue for a particular way in which the problem should be solved. What principles support your view?  If you choose to do this, please write on a different topic than your first paper.
  2. In our class, we had a discussion about the distinction between what James Rachels calls active and passive euthanasia.  Is there a moral difference between killing someone and letting them die?  Provide an argument for your position.
  3. Explain John Harris’ survival lottery scheme.   Formulate the best objection you can think of against Harris’ proposal.  Does this objection succeed?  Argue one way or the other.
  4. In class, we looked at the issue of pharmacological enhancement.  It is common for certain prescription drugs to be used without a documented medical need in order to obtain some kind of cognitive or psychological benefit.  Is this unethical?  If you think so, provide an argument for why this is unethical.  If you think it is permissible, then examine what you think is the strongest argument for why one might think doing this is wrong and counter it.

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Topic/instructions: Write a short journal essay of 400 – 500 words that treats both (a) and (b) below.  This journal is due by no later than 11:30 pm on Tuesday, 12/8.
You can organize your writing on (a) and (b) as you like.  But to write a good journal piece, my recommendation is that you treat both (a) and (b) substantially, so that you have a balanced journal.  Also, even though this a short journal assignment, paragraphing can be helpful for organizing your thoughts and making transitions, and I recommend that you think about writing your journal in 2-3 paragraphs, rather than just one long paragraph.
(a) Consider the Smith-Jones personal identity problem on p. 200 of the Solomon .pdf file.  In your own words, summarize what the problem is.
(b) Consider also the reading on Sartre that we have done in the Solomon .pdf.  How would Sartre respond to the Smith-Jones problem?
Making references: If you make a specific reference to the Solomon reading, then just make an in-text, parenthetical page reference, such as: (Solomon, 201).
Submitting your journal here on Blackboard: First click on where is says ‘Journal 4’ above.   After this, scroll down to  ‘Assignment Submission’, and click on where it says ‘Write Submission.’  A text box pops up, and then you either type your journal directly in the space, or copy/paste your journal into the space.
After putting your journal in that text space, you can either click on ‘Save as Draft’, or ‘Submit.’  If you click on ‘Save as Draft’, it means you have saved a draft of your journal in that space on Blackboard – you can come back to Blackboard later and continue to work on it.  Also, do note that I cannot see the journal when you have clicked on ‘Save as Draft.’  If you put your journal in the text space and then click on ‘Submit,’ then the journal is submitted to me, and I can see it.
I would like you to put your journal directly into the space as described in the preceding paragraphs.  Also, do not email your journal to me.
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    Self_Different-Conceptions_Solomon.pdf

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Topic/instructions: Write a short journal essay of 400 – 500 words that treats both (a) and (b) below.  This journal is due by no later than 11:30 pm on Tuesday, 12/8.
You can organize your writing on (a) and (b) as you like.  But to write a good journal piece, my recommendation is that you treat both (a) and (b) substantially, so that you have a balanced journal.  Also, even though this a short journal assignment, paragraphing can be helpful for organizing your thoughts and making transitions, and I recommend that you think about writing your journal in 2-3 paragraphs, rather than just one long paragraph.
(a) Consider the Smith-Jones personal identity problem on p. 200 of the Solomon .pdf file.  In your own words, summarize what the problem is.
(b) Consider also the reading on Sartre that we have done in the Solomon .pdf.  How would Sartre respond to the Smith-Jones problem?
Making references: If you make a specific reference to the Solomon reading, then just make an in-text, parenthetical page reference, such as: (Solomon, 201).
Submitting your journal here on Blackboard: First click on where is says ‘Journal 4’ above.   After this, scroll down to  ‘Assignment Submission’, and click on where it says ‘Write Submission.’  A text box pops up, and then you either type your journal directly in the space, or copy/paste your journal into the space.
After putting your journal in that text space, you can either click on ‘Save as Draft’, or ‘Submit.’  If you click on ‘Save as Draft’, it means you have saved a draft of your journal in that space on Blackboard – you can come back to Blackboard later and continue to work on it.  Also, do note that I cannot see the journal when you have clicked on ‘Save as Draft.’  If you put your journal in the text space and then click on ‘Submit,’ then the journal is submitted to me, and I can see it.
I would like you to put your journal directly into the space as described in the preceding paragraphs.  Also, do not email your journal to me.
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    Self_Different-Conceptions_Solomon.pdf

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Initial post: On p. 205 of the Solomon text, Solomon writes, “If the authentic self for Sartre was something created, rather than something found, then the traditional theories that say that the self simply is are not only mistaken but, in a very important sense, self-deluding ways of not recognizing our responsibility for creating the self.”  Relate this quotation to what you have learned about Socrates.
Please make this post by no later than 11:30 pm on Friday, 12/4.  Your initial post should be about 250 – 300 words.

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Initial post: On p. 205 of the Solomon text, Solomon writes, “If the authentic self for Sartre was something created, rather than something found, then the traditional theories that say that the self simply is are not only mistaken but, in a very important sense, self-deluding ways of not recognizing our responsibility for creating the self.”  Relate this quotation to what you have learned about Socrates.
Please make this post by no later than 11:30 pm on Friday, 12/4.  Your initial post should be about 250 – 300 words.

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Week 7 Discussion: Virtuous Person, Virtuous Citizen

Required Resources
Read/review the following resources for this activity:

  • Textbook: Chapter 12
  • Lesson
  • Minimum of 1 scholarly source (in addition to the textbook)

EBOOK UPLOADED BELOW:
Rachels, S., & Rachels, J. (2019). The elements of moral philosophy (9th ed.).
Introduction
Each person owes a duty to himself or herself and to the world to study ethics and to engage in thoughtful debate about what is right, and what is wrong. It is this habit of thinking about and reflecting on ethics that will help you determine the right choices when faced with an ethical dilemma.
Initial Post Instructions
Articulate a moral dilemma wherein one has to show a specific virtue or virtues (it can be any virtue or virtues including honesty, courage, charity/generosity, compassion, etc.)

  • What is the moral dilemma about?
  • What virtue or virtues should be shown? (You are here selecting the best course of action)
  • Why is that virtue or those virtues to be shown?
  • How should the virtue or virtues be expressed, and why in that manner?
  • Apply Aristotle’s golden mean to the dilemma.
  • Tell us how the dilemma involves conflict moral duties (loyalty to community versus to self, professional versus familial duties, national or personal obligations).

The dilemma must be a situation in which a choice has to be made.
Be sure you told us why your chosen course of action was best.
Writing Requirements

  • Minimum of 2 sources cited (assigned readings/online lessons and an outside scholarly source)
  • APA format for in-text citations and list of references

Criteria
Initial Post Content: Addresses all aspects of the initial discussion question(s), applying experiences, knowledge, and understanding regarding all weekly concepts.
Evidence & Sources: Integrates evidence to support discussion from assigned readings** OR online lessons, AND at least one outside scholarly source.*** Sources are credited.*
Professional Communication: Presents information using clear and concise language in an organized manner (minimal errors in English grammar, spelling, syntax, and punctuation).
Notes
*Credited means stating where the information came from (specific article, text, or lesson). Examples: our text discusses…., The information from our lesson states…, Smith (2010) claimed that…, Mary Manners (personal communication, November 2017)…
**Assigned readings are those listed on the syllabus or assignments page as required reading. This may include text readings, required articles, or required websites.
***Scholarly source – per APA Guidelines, only scholarly sources should be used in assignments. These include peer-reviewed publications, government reports, or sources written by a professional or scholar in the field. Wikipedia, Wikis, .com websites or blogs should not be used as anyone can add information to these sites. For the discussions, reputable internet sources such as websites by government agencies (.gov) and respected organizations (.org) can be counted as scholarly sources. Outside sources do not include assigned required readings.

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Week 7 Assignment: Course Project Milestone – Final Paper
“COURSE PROJECT MILESTONE: ANNOTATED BIBLIOGRAPHY UPLOADED BELOW”
Required Resources

  • Read/ Textbook: Chapter 12
  • Lesson
  • Minimum of 5 scholarly sources (This includes the sources from the annotated bibliography. Additional sources may be included as appropriate.)

EBOOK UPLOADED BELOW:
Rachels, S., & Rachels, J. (2019). The elements of moral philosophy (9th ed.).
Instructions
Return to the topic you chose in the week three assignment. Articulate a specific dilemma in a situation faced by a particular person based on that topic. The situation can be real or fictional.

  • Summarize the dilemma.
  • Define any needed key terms associated with the dilemma.
  • Analyze the conflicts or controversies involved in the dilemma.

Revise and rewrite based on any feedback you received in your previous draft (week three). Reference and discuss any professional code of ethics relevant to your topic such as the AMA code for doctors, the ANA code for nurses, etc.  State whether and how your chosen topic involves any conflicts between professional and familial duties or conflicts between loyalty to self and loyalty to a community or nation.
What in your view is the most moral thing for that person to do in that dilemma? Why is that the most moral thing? Use moral values and logical reasoning to justify your answer
Next, apply the following:

  • Aristotle’s Golden Mean to the dilemma
  • Utilitarianism to the dilemma
  • Natural Law ethics to the dilemma

Which of those three theories works best ethically speaking? Why that one?
Why do the other two not work or not work as well?
Is it the same as what you said is the most moral thing earlier? Why or why not?
Use the 5 articles from your annotated bibliography to support your answers. (Additional academic scholarly research from the past 5 years can be included as well.)
Include a reference page at the end of your paper in APA format that includes your bibliography with the annotations removed and any other sources used in your final paper.
Writing Requirements (APA format)

  • Length: 4-5 pages (not including title page or references page)
  • 1-inch margins
  • Double spaced
  • 12-point Times New Roman font
  • Title page
  • References page (minimum of 5 scholarly sources)

Criteria
Assignment Content: Addresses all aspects of the assignment applying professional knowledge, and research regarding weekly concepts.
Professional Communication: Presents information using clear and concise language in an organized manner (minimal errors in English grammar, spelling, syntax, and punctuation).
Source Integration: Paper includes references to 5 scholarly sources and masterfully integrates the sources into the essay.
APA Format: Paper meets all source requirements, and is properly formatted in APA style throughout (i.e. title page, spacing, font, in-text citations and references.)

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Video：https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QV1tiEDvkkw
 
Part two：
My classmate‘s work
“Before Trilogy: Love Over Time.”:
The three films of “Before Trilogy: Long Over Time” portrayed a more realistic view of love compared to the often unrealistic view of love that is portrayed in many movies. The first film starts off with two people meeting and falling in love on a train in Vienna, Austria. The couple then choses to spontaneously get off the train together to be able to spend more time with one another but at the end of the day the have to go their separate ways. The second film then fast forwards 9 years where their paths meet again but now both have changed and matured/grown in the past years. Their love again is rekindled but in the next film which is fast forwarded 9 years, shows the rough patches that the couple went through. The third film showcases the hardships of a relationship and how sometimes a couple’s connecting may fade and one may not feel the same love they once felt as time goes on. It also portrays the trying one may do to rekindle a dying flame.
“Love as Valuing a Relationship.”:
“Love as Valuing a Relationship”, Niko Kolodny talks about why people fall in love and challenges the way most people think about love. Kolodny explains three reasons that someone would fall in love , the first one being what motive one has, then what mental or physical state one is in for example are they mentally or physically capable to fall in love? The last reason was if the person had a significant title to that person like if they were their parent, grandparent or sibling. This approach to love challenges how most people think and how love is portrayed in our society and in movies.
Compare and Contrast:
When comparing “Before Trilogy: Love Over Time” and “Love as Valuing a Relationship”, we see that “Before Trilogy: Love Over Time” portrays love in a very realistic way where we see how two people in love simply because of fate and how sometimes there are rough patches and challenges that come with time. While in “Love as Valuing a Relationship” portrays that one can have different types of love for a person and that not all love is the same. Each love here is based on one’s motive , title and mental/physical status.
Personal Experience:
In my life I relate more to Kolodny’s description of love and how one can have different types of love for different people. I do feel like the love that I show myself is often different that what I show others and I often realize that sometimes I show other’s more love than I show myself because of their significance for example I would do anything for my family probably more than I would do for myself. I also realize the love that I have for my friends is very similar to the love I have for my family but yet is not exactly the same in all aspects. For example I may be closer to one of my friends than a family member at times or I may do something for my family member that I wouldn’t do for my friends.