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Comparative ethics in Pluralistic Society

This course introduces students to comparative ethics within a pluralistic society. It explores the fundamentals of ethics, including its branches, principles, and theories. The course examines Christian, Islamic, and African Traditional Religion ethics, analyzing their foundations, sources, and moral values. It also investigates the evolution of religious and ethical pluralism and its implications for corporate existence in a diverse society, fostering understanding and peaceful coexistence.

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45h

Study Time

13

Weeks

3h

Per Week

none

Math Level

Course Keywords

Comparative EthicsPluralistic SocietyReligious EthicsMoral ValuesEthical Theories

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level

Builds on foundational knowledge

65%

intermediate

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Math Level

No Math

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Learning Type

Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Nature of Ethics

2

Branches of Ethics

3

Ethical Theories

4

Christian Ethics

5

Islamic Ethics

6

African Traditional Religion Ethics

7

Pluralistic Society

8

Religious Pluralism

Total Topics8 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Tutor-Marked Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Final Examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

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Religious Affairs Analyst

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Ethics Consultant

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Community Development Officer

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Social Worker

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Policy Analyst

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Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week

1

Module 1: General Ethics

2h

Unit 1: Nature of Ethics

2 study hours

•Read the introduction to understand the scope and objectives of the course.
•Define ethics and discuss its importance in a pluralistic society.
•Distinguish ethics from other disciplines such as science, medicine, and law.

Week

2

Module 1: General Ethics

2h

Unit 2: Branches of Ethics

2 study hours

•Differentiate between meta-ethics, normative ethics, and applied ethics.
•Analyze the role of each branch in addressing ethical dilemmas.
•Discuss the practical implications of each ethical approach.

Week

3

Module 1: General Ethics

2h

Unit 3: Principles of Ethics

2 study hours

•Explain the principles of ethics, including good and bad, right and wrong.
•Discuss the importance of making ethical choices and fulfilling obligations.
•Examine the concept of human rights and its relevance in ethical decision-making.

Week

4

Module 1: General Ethics

3h

Unit 4: Ethical Theories

3 study hours

•Compare and contrast classical ethical theories such as Platonism and Aristotelianism.
•Analyze modern ethical theories including utilitarianism and the categorical imperative.
•Apply ethical theories to real-world scenarios and ethical dilemmas.

Week

5

Module 1: General Ethics

2h

Unit 5: Ethics and Society

2 study hours

•Examine the relationship between ethics and society.
•Discuss the role of ethics in promoting social order and justice.
•Analyze the challenges of maintaining ethical standards in a complex society.

Week

6

Module 2: Ethics of the Christian Religion

2h

Unit 1: Foundations of Christian Ethics

2 study hours

•Explore the foundations of Christian ethics.
•Discuss the role of Christian theology in shaping ethical principles.
•Analyze the concept of revelation and its impact on Christian ethics.

Week

7

Module 2: Ethics of the Christian Religion

2h

Unit 2: Sources of Christian Ethics

2 study hours

•Identify the sources of Christian ethics, including God, the Bible, and Jesus.
•Discuss the importance of scripture in guiding ethical behavior.
•Analyze the role of conscience and natural law in Christian ethics.

Week

8

Module 2: Ethics of the Christian Religion

2h

Unit 3: Principles of Christian Ethics

2 study hours

•Examine the nature of Christian morality.
•Discuss the responsive character of Christian morality.
•Analyze the ultimate purpose of moral demand in Christian ethics.

Week

9

Module 3: Ethics of Islamic Religion

2h

Unit 1: Foundations of Islamic Ethics

2 study hours

•Explore the foundations of Islamic ethics.
•Discuss the origin and development of the Islamic religion.
•Analyze the role of Prophet Muhammad in shaping Islamic ethics.

Week

10

Module 3: Ethics of Islamic Religion

3h

Unit 2: Sources of Islamic Ethics

2 study hours

•Identify the sources of Islamic ethics, including the Quran and Hadith.
•Discuss the importance of the Quran in guiding ethical behavior.
•Analyze the relationship between religion and state in Islam.

Unit 4: Islamic Ethics

1 study hours

•Define and explain the concept of Islamic Ethics

Week

11

Module 3: Ethics of Islamic Religion

2h

Unit 3: Moral Values in Islam

2 study hours

•Examine the moral values in Islam, including the love of God and social responsibilities.
•Discuss the importance of family relationships and neighborly conduct.
•Analyze the concept of God-consciousness and its impact on ethical behavior.

Week

12

Module 4: Ethics of African Traditional Religion

3h

Unit 1: Dimensions of African Traditional Religion Ethics

2 study hours

•Explore the dimensions of African Traditional Religion ethics.
•Discuss the nature of African religion and its sources.
•Analyze the relationship between African religion and ethical values.

Unit 2: Agents of African Traditional Religion Ethics

1 study hours

•Identify the agents of African Traditional Religion ethics.
•Discuss the role of ancestors, spirits, and elders in shaping ethical behavior.
•Analyze the concept of community and its impact on African ethics.

Week

13

Module 5: Pluralistic Society

3h

Unit 3: Moral Values in African Religion

2 study hours

•Examine the moral values in African religion.
•Discuss the importance of respect, hospitality, and communal harmony.
•Analyze the role of rituals and ceremonies in reinforcing ethical values.

Unit 1: Pluralistic Society

1 study hours

•Define pluralistic society and discuss its nature.
•Analyze the evolution of religious and ethical pluralism.
•Examine the conditions for religious pluralism and its role in corporate existence.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create a study schedule that allocates sufficient time for each module and unit.

2

Focus on understanding the key concepts and theories in each ethical tradition.

3

Compare and contrast the ethical principles of Christian, Islamic, and African Traditional Religion.

4

Practice applying ethical theories to real-world scenarios and case studies.

5

Review all tutor-marked assignments and feedback to identify areas for improvement.

6

Prepare concise summaries of each unit to aid in quick revision.

7

Form study groups to discuss complex topics and share insights.

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