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About the Class: |
This presentation will cover:
- A review of points covered in the first two presentations made in this series (traditional ethical systems, their problems, and new perspectives in Business Ethics)
- Thought experiments for Environmental Ethics
- A discussion of fundamental issues for Environmental Ethics, such as the source of values (human, divine, intrinsic) and the appropriate use of raw materials (utilitarian perspectives)
- Summaries of basic ideas presented by a selection of important contemporary writers (Baxter, Singer, and novelist Michael Crichton, author of Jurassic Park)
All of this is with an eye toward developing a Global Business Ethics suitable to today's complex world. The instructor has a Ph.D. in philosophy and has taught undergraduate Business Ethics several times. His approach is academic, but information and ideas presented are intended for the general public. Topics include some references to traditional writers (Kant, Mill, Aristotle) as well as contemporary writers (Baxter, Singer). Those who plan on attending are encouraged to participate in the Global Ethics Survey at Global Ethics Quiz prior to attending the session.
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About the presenter:
Anthony Birch
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Anthony has worked as a mechanical engineering designer, a technical writer, and a software salesman before earning his Ph.D. in Philosophy from CUNY in 1999. A few years later, he was able to earn a MCSE (Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer) certificate. His interests center around technology and philosophy.He has taught Introduction to Philosophy in traditional settings at Winona State University and American University in Bulgaria. He also has experience in teaching career-oriented adults in high-intensity training programs for Microsoft products. Since completing several graduate courses in on-line education, Anthony has become more interested in technologies and philosophies that will develop global citizenship. He has taught undergraduate philosophy courses online at Saint Leo University, Capella University, Salem Interantional University, and The Arts Institute.
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