Aristotle
Ethical theory that focuses evaluating personal character in terms of virtues
What is Virtue Ethics?
Ethical theory that focuses on action being evaluated by intention rather than outcome
What is deontological ethics?
This ethical lens stresses fulfilling one's duties and obligations regardless of the outcomes.
What is Deontology?
A tech company is deciding whether to collect more user data to improve their AI product, knowing it may compromise user privacy. Which ethical lens would argue for this if the overall benefit outweighs the privacy concerns?
What is Utilitarianism?
An engineer refuses to lie about product safety, even though it would prevent a costly recall. Which philosopher’s theory supports this decision?
Who is Kant?
This makes a human “good”
What is to live a contemplative life?
Moral goodness of an action lies in this
What is human intention?
This ethical lens focuses on cultivating virtues like courage and honesty.
What is Virtue Ethics?
A company is designing AI software to assist in hiring and wants to ensure fairness for all applicants. Which ethical lens would suggest focusing on impartiality?
What is Justice?
A company implements policies to promote worker well-being, viewing their employees’ fulfillment as an end goal. Which philosopher’s theory is this an example of?
Who is Aristotle?
Translated as "happiness" or "fulfillment"
What is eudaimonia?
Kant's Categorical Imperative has this many key concepts
What is three?
Which two ethical lenses both emphasize the importance of rules, but differ in how those rules are justified (one by societal agreement and the other by moral duty)?
What are Contractarianism and Deontology?
A self-driving car must choose between hitting one pedestrian or swerving and risking its passenger. Which ethical lens would emphasize the importance of adhering to rules set by the programmer?
What is Utilitarianism?
A manager decides against misleading a client, arguing that honesty should always be upheld. Which ethical theory does this align with?
What is Kantian ethics (Deontology)?
This was an institution that collected and organized knowledge led by Aristotle
What is Aristotle’s Lyceum?
This part of Kant's Categorical Imperative says to treat people as valuable in themselves, not as tools
What is an end?
This ethical lens is similar to Utilitarianism in its consideration of the consequences of actions, but differs by emphasizing the context and relationships involved rather than solely focusing on maximizing overall good.
What is Care Ethics?
A pharmaceutical company is deciding whether to release a life-saving drug with potential harmful side effects to some patients. Which two ethical lenses might come into conflict when evaluating the decision?
What are Utilitarianism and Care Ethics?
A tech startup is considering using deceptive marketing to gain an initial user base, but an executive argues that their integrity and character will ultimately determine their long-term success. Which philosophical theory and ethical lens are in conflict here?
Virtue Ethics & Utilitarianism