For the past eight weeks we’ve discussed questions regarding morality and ethics. Initially we discussed meta-ethics, the underlying structures that are used to support moral and ethical considerations. We then discussed normative ethics, the various approaches (i.e., virtue ethics, utilitarianism/consequentialism, deontology, etc.) for determining what one is morally obligated to do, and why. Most recently we’ve dealt […]
Compare and contrast price analysis versus cost analysis, explain how they differ, and describe when it is appropriate to use price analysis versus cost analysis. Select one of the two methods and determine under what condition(s) it would not be appropriate for use. If you believe that the methods apply to any circumstance, justify your […]
Disputes between labor and management in professional sport have sometimes resulted in work stoppages, either in the form of a strike (initiated by the players) or a lockout (initiated by the owners). In both cases, the players negotiate for better benefits, including a better pay scale, while the owners claim that they are losing money […]
Answer the questions below in 150 words or more in your own wording. 1. Do you think that a belief in equal dignity of all living things, as espoused by many Native American and Eastern philosophies, would weaken or strengthen the moral value of humans? 2. Can morality and ethics exist outside of religious philosophies? […]
Reading and Identity In his book on nineteenth-century reading practices, literary scholar Patrick Brantlinger argues that “Frankenstein is, among other things, a novel about two educations, or rather, miseducations, Victor’s and the Monster’s.” For both Victor and the Monster, reading is critical to their development as characters and individuals. In an essay, select either Frankenstein […]
Using Ethics for Life as a source, and considering all of the chapters we have read so far, for this assignment, create a matrix of the major philosophers we have studied so far and their theories. Your matrix should include the works for 7 to 10 philosophers. The matrix should have three columns. The […]
Prepare: First, read the information on the Ashford Writing Center’s web page, Thesis Statements. Then, read the ENG125 Sample Literary Analysis. Pay close attention to the body paragraphs and thesis statements.SAMPLE LITERARY ANALYSIS AS FOLLOWS: Samsa’s Alienation in Franz Kafka’s The Metamorphosis One would normally think of the home […]
Write an “op-ed” or opinion piece of about at least 300 words related to an issue regarding the major sport event bidding process. Your topic should cut across various sport events and the process that takes place when cities, nations, etc. bid for major events (e.g., Olympic Games, Super Bowl, X-Games, etc.). Focus on a […]
Perform an Internet search to find the results of at least one economic impact study conducted for a sport event, facility, team, or city. Then answer the following questions. Who conducted the study? How was the study conducted? What were the key findings and conclusions of the study? What alternative conclusions exist? Advice: Economic […]
Please evaluate and respond to the process of Qatar being awarded the 2022 World Cup. Describe your thoughts. Do they deserve this honor? Why do you think they were chosen? Do you think a different choice should have been made? Feel free to discuss any new news about Qatar 2022 World Cup and the […]
