Ethical theory and application

In a 1,000 to 1,500-word essay, synthesize your learning from the course with the aim of determining an appropriate ethical position and moral practice regarding an ethical dilemma.

Begin with a discussion of ethical theory, including: (a) the definition and explanation of ethical theory, (b) the importance of metaethics for determining moral judgments, (c) how ethical thinking results in practical, moral action, and (d) how this applies to your personal life.
Describe the primary ethical theory (or theories) and particular worldview elements utilized in reaching your ethical position on the ethical dilemma selected.
Explain how a Christian worldview clarifies and interprets the ethical issue and contributes to the decision-making process (whether or not you share this worldview). Identify primary teachings, principles, and/or priorities of a distinctly Christian perspective that is brought to bear on the issue.
Compare and contrast this Christian perspective with at least one alternative worldview.
Provide a concrete illustration of how your ethical position on this issue will be put into practice within one or more specific life contexts.
Include three or more scholarly resources or additional scholarly articles.

Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

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Ethics can be defined as the division of philosophy that deals with the principles of morality and fin-defined standards of what is right and what is wrong concerning human behavior regarding rights, the benefit to society, rules, fairness, and obligations. Being ethical in workplaces is a good idea. It minimizes arguments, and everybody is also focused on his / her duties and also ensures that a wise decision making is reached. Metaethics is a branch of analytic philosophy which explores the foundations, status, and scope of the moral values, words, and properties.

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