Foundations of Bioethics

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This course reviews the concepts and methods for rigorous analysis of questions and conflicts in ethical decision-making in biosciences and technology policy. We will discuss the moral theories of consequentialism, deontology, and virtue ethics as well as contemporary ethical approaches. The course will also evaluate and compare methodologies reasoned in life science and technology issues. Key concepts such as well-being, disability, moral status, freedom, and justice will also be explored. We will use these tools to think critically about classic and current issues in biosciences and emerging technology and strengthen learners' ability to articulate and justify a view about them.