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Well -after rather a long drive, this Tuesday saw me arrive at St Mary’s School, in Shaftesbury – where I talked (quite a lot, if I recall) about Utilitarianism. Those interested in the Omelas short story that I mentioned, and…
Well – fresh back from another enjoyable school visit. Today I was just south of Coventry to talk about the Problem of Evil and Ethics (esp Utilitarianism). The group there had lots to say – and it was good to…
Another week – another visit. This time I was in Malmesbury, to visit some year 12 and 13 students to talk about applying moral theory to dilemmas. I talked about the Omelas short story, and the Runaway Trolley Car, and…
For a video-podcast of me outlining the basics of the trolley problem see: Some of you will have discussed in class the classic moral problem sometimes known as the runaway trolley case – where a trolley car is running out…
Note: If you are a student looking at this to help with a paper/essay on the Omelas short story – that is great, we hope something here helps – but be sure to give a reference – and send me…
For those on EZ205 Language & Ethics, there is a short podcast with some definitions of Moral Realism at: – hope it is useful. [It may be of interest to those studying A-level, ( As / A2) Religious Studies, Philosopy…
Philosopher Peter Singer has been in the news again. While most well-known for his advocacy of animal rights, he has surprised many by claming that some animal testing may be justified. While some animals rights campaigners may be shocked –…
See update at: as well… – esp for discussion of the story in more detail.. Note: If you are a student looking at this to help with a paper/essay on the Omelas short story – that is great, we…