Applying theories

Make sure that you have read the textbook readings and watched the videos—especially the ones about applying the theories—before you begin. These instructions assume that you’ve done so. The instructions won’t make much sense unless you have.1.    Review your Identification and Analysis assignment from Module 4. You will need your analysis chart to remind you about the options and stakeholders. Be sure to make any changes to that chart that I recommended in my assignment feedback.  You will apply the principles in this assignment to the options from your analysis chart.2.    Begin by applying the Utility Principle.a.    State the Utility Principle’s exact wording as it appears in The Moral Compass or in our class notes. b.    Then, explain the principle in your own words. Be sure to include how utilitarians define what’s “good,” and how the principle functions in making ethical decisions. Explain what ‘net utility’ means and how it is calculated.c.    Next, calculate the expected net utility of each option from your analysis chart. Discuss whether and why each stakeholder would be happy or unhappy about that option, then assign them happiness/unhappiness numbers. Show your work and explain your reasoning. You may use another chart, but I still why some explanation for the numbers you choose.d.    Lastly, on the basis of the net utility calculations you’ve performed, state clearly which option the Utility Principle would tell the decision-maker to choose.3.    Next, apply either the Natural Law principle or the Equal Liberties Principle.a.    State the exact wording of whichever principle you choose, exactly as it appears in The Moral Compass.b.    Then, explain the principle in your own words. If you are using the Natural Law Principle, this must include a discussion of the Universal Human Goods and how they factor into making ethical decisions. If you are using the Equal Liberties Principle, be sure to explain the concept of “rights,” and the different kinds of rights—positive and negative—that we’ve discussed. Then explain how rights help us make decisions.c.    Apply your chosen principle to each option from your analysis chart and explain whether that option would be ethical in terms of your principle. Be as detailed as you can. You should shoot for one short paragraph (at least 3-5 sentences) for each option. d.    Lastly, on the basis of your chosen principle, explain what option the decider should choose.

Applying theories

Make sure that you have read the textbook readings and watched the videos—especially the ones about applying the theories—before you begin. These instructions assume that you’ve done so. The instructions won’t make much sense unless you have.1.    Review your Identification and Analysis assignment from Module 4. You will need your analysis chart to remind you about the options and stakeholders. Be sure to make any changes to that chart that I recommended in my assignment feedback.  You will apply the principles in this assignment to the options from your analysis chart.2.    Begin by applying the Utility Principle.a.    State the Utility Principle’s exact wording as it appears in The Moral Compass or in our class notes. b.    Then, explain the principle in your own words. Be sure to include how utilitarians define what’s “good,” and how the principle functions in making ethical decisions. Explain what ‘net utility’ means and how it is calculated.c.    Next, calculate the expected net utility of each option from your analysis chart. Discuss whether and why each stakeholder would be happy or unhappy about that option, then assign them happiness/unhappiness numbers. Show your work and explain your reasoning. You may use another chart, but I still why some explanation for the numbers you choose.d.    Lastly, on the basis of the net utility calculations you’ve performed, state clearly which option the Utility Principle would tell the decision-maker to choose.3.    Next, apply either the Natural Law principle or the Equal Liberties Principle.a.    State the exact wording of whichever principle you choose, exactly as it appears in The Moral Compass.b.    Then, explain the principle in your own words. If you are using the Natural Law Principle, this must include a discussion of the Universal Human Goods and how they factor into making ethical decisions. If you are using the Equal Liberties Principle, be sure to explain the concept of “rights,” and the different kinds of rights—positive and negative—that we’ve discussed. Then explain how rights help us make decisions.c.    Apply your chosen principle to each option from your analysis chart and explain whether that option would be ethical in terms of your principle. Be as detailed as you can. You should shoot for one short paragraph (at least 3-5 sentences) for each option. d.    Lastly, on the basis of your chosen principle, explain what option the decider should choose.