PHI 2624 ETHICS IN POPULAR CULTURE AND ENTERTAINMENT 3 credits

Prerequisite: PHI 1600, PHI 1602H, PHI 1631, PHI 2635 or PHI 2649 or permission of program director. This course is a study of the fundamental concepts of classical and modern approaches to moral reasoning as identified in various forms of popular culture and entertainment. A review of fundamental ethical definitions and concepts, elements of critical thinking and logic, and classical and contemporary approaches to moral reasoning will precede the examination and analysis of selected forms of popular culture and entertainment. The analysis phase will consist of an examination of the selected materials with a view to identifying the presence of issues and dilemmas of moral significance. Fictional and historical characters will then be assessed as to their critical thinking processes and their approaches to the resolution of moral dilemmas. 47 contact hours.