Republic of the Philippines

BATANGAS STATE UNIVERISTY

The National Engineering University
Alangilan Campus
Golden Country Homes, Alangilan, Batangas City, Batangas, Philippines 4200
COLLEGE OF INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY

Ged 107 ETHICS

ACTIVITY

Name: Mar John G. Ramos_______________ Section: ELET2202 Date: ____________

General Instruction:
1. Answer the following activity in the space provided.
2. Write neatly and legibly.

Activity 1
Define the following terms on your own understanding, and why do you think it is an important
requirement for ethics or morality.
REASON = We have stated that reason cannot support our fundamental moral ideals. However, once we
have chosen our moral views and chosen the basis for them, reason can help us to critically consider those
beliefs.

IMPARTIALITY = Giving equal regard to the interests of all parties involved is necessary for impartial
moral behavior. It is predicated on the premise that everyone is, usually speaking, equally significant, no one is
thought to be fundamentally more important than the others.

FEELINGS = Play a significant influence in the majority of ethical choices that people make. Most
people are unaware of how much their feelings influence their moral judgments. However, according to experts,
it is hard to make any significant moral decisions without emotions.

ETHICAL SUBJECTIVISM = According to subjectivism, moral judgments solely reflect our personal
opinions on moral matters. If subjectivism in its most basic version is accurate, then the moral axiom that
"telling lies is good" is unquestionably valid when made by someone who sincerely approves of lying.

EMOTIVISM = Therefore, when people dispute over a moral issue, emotivism makes it obvious that instead of
providing information that may or may not be true, each is attempting to get the other to adopt their attitude and
follow their recommendations for how to behave.

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Activity 2
Give the importance of each of the 7- STEPS MORAL REASONING by Dr. Scott B. Rae

1. Gather the facts- The simplest way of clarifying an ethical dilemma is to make sure the facts are clear.

It is essential that in moral decision-

making, one has to know the general
facts of the moral situation, before
coming up with a moral analysis, more
so,
a decision or an evaluation.
It is essential that in moral decision-
making, one has to know the general
facts of the moral situation, before
coming up with a moral analysis, more
so,
a decision or an evaluation.
It is essential that in moral decision-
making, one has to know the general
facts of the moral situation, before
coming up with a moral analysis, more
so,
a decision or an evaluation.
It is essential that in moral decision-
making, one has to know the general
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facts of the moral situation, before
coming up with a moral analysis, more
so,
a decision or an evaluation.
2. Determine the Ethical Issue- Ethical interests are stated in terms of legitimate competing interests or goods.
The competing interests are what creates the dilemma. Moral values and virtues must support the competing
interests in order for an ethical dilemma to exist.

3. Identify the Principles that have a bearing on the case-In an ethical dilemma certain values and principles are
central to the competing positions. Determine if some should be given more weight than others.

4. List the alternatives- Creatively determine possible courses of action for your dilemma. Some will almost
immediately be discarded but generally the more you list the greater potential for coming up with a really good
one. It will also help you come up with a broader selection of ideas.

5. Compare the alternatives with the principles- This step eliminates alternatives as they are weighed by the
moral principles which have a bearing on the case. Potentially the issue will be resolved here as all alternatives
except one are eliminated.

6. Weigh the consequences- is an ethical theory that judges whether or not something is right by what its
consequences are. For instance, most people would agree that lying is wrong. But if telling a lie would help save
a person's life, consequentialism says it's the right thing to do.

7. Make a decision- Ethical decisions rarely have pain-free solutions - it might be you have to choose the
solution with the least number of problems / painful consequences. Even when making a "good" decision you
might still lose sleep over it!

Activity 3
Make a simple essay about your future wishes or dreams. Consider the following question.

1. What do you really want in your life?

=My desire is to just be happy in my life. It's a simple goal, but it covers a lot of ground. In addition to
having a healthy family and providing for my loved ones, my goals also include maintaining my health
and making a difference in the workplace. Of course, each of these things requires some effort,
discipline, and sacrifice. But I am aware that when I dedicate myself to my objectives, I am content to
make sacrifices and put in the necessary effort. On the other hand, I won't be content if my only
motivation for going to work is to get money.

2. What are the factors that made you realize what you want?
= To achieve your life goals, it's essential to first learn how to establish them. This involves determining
your values, which are a set of principles that influence your attitudes, decisions, and actions. By
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 defining your values, you can answer important questions such as what matters to you and what factors
you need to consider in pursuing your desired career. Knowing your values can help you focus on career
goals that align with your personal values as well as those of your employer. Your values should be
genuinely your own and not imposed by others, as there are no right or wrong values, and they can be
anything that holds significance to you.

3. What are the ways are you going to do to achieve what you want in your life?
= I strive to excel in my education to fulfill my aspirations, which include pursuing my childhood
dreams of becoming a successful. To achieve these goals, I recognize the need to enhance my academic
performance. I study so that my life will be better for my future.

Activity 4
Identify the following. Write your answers in the space provided before each number.
Depression 1. This urges us to care for our health, not to kill ourselves or put ourselves in danger.
Circumstances 2. These are conditions which, when superadded to the nature of the moral act, will affect its
morality.
Rational capacities 3. Basis of goodness according to St. Thomas.
Sight, hearing, smell, touch, and taste 4. Man is full of senses that is why man is __________________.
Justice and fairness 5. This is the basis of justice which arises out of human relations.
Vegetative 6. It refers to the physical body which is cultivated by wholesome food and proper exercise.
Roger’s view of human nature 7. This is an inherent capacity of an individual to perceive what is good or bad.
Reproduction 8. This is exemplified by the reproductive organs are by nature designed to reproduce and to
perpetuate the human species.
Personal purpose 9. It is also called the purpose of the agent or the doer.
Virtue and happiness 10. Basis of goodness according to Aristotle.

Activity 5
Make a reflection paper anchored on any of the given Moral Theory. It must include the title,
introduction, body and conclusion.

Kant’s Moral Theory (Immanuel Kant)

Morally speaking, Kant is a deontologist; from the Greek, this is the science of duties. For Kant,
morality is not defined by the consequences of our actions, our emotions, or an external factor. Morality is
defined by duties and one’s action is moral if it is an act motivated by duty.
According to Kant the only thing that is good in itself is the “good will.” The will is what drives our
actions and grounds the intention of our act. It is good when it acts from duty. To clarify, Kant thinks the good
will is the only thing that is intrinsically valuable. If we think about the other goods and things that we value,
such are not good without qualification. For example, we value knowledge, but such can be used to commit
atrocities in the world, so knowledge is good sometimes. The same can be said of courage. We value courage,
but a suicide bomber also exhibits courage. So, courage can only be good sometimes. We can think of other
examples as well. This leads Kant to claim that the good will is the only thing good without qualification–or the
only thing that is intrinsically good. Accordingly, the will is a good will provided it acts from duty.

Kant recognizes that it is difficult to determine one’s intentions, so he makes a distinction between
acting in conformity with duty and acting from duty. To illustrate this distinction, let’s take the example of three
young men who see an elderly woman needing help across the street. Man A decides he will help the woman
across the street because if he didn’t he would feel guilty all day. Man B decides he will help the woman across
the street because he recognizes her as his neighbor, Mrs. Wilson and Mrs. Wilson makes the best cookies in the
neighborhood. So, Man B helps her because he reasons that he will be rewarded. Man C decides he will help the
woman across the street because it is the right thing to do; he understands that he has a moral obligation to help
others in need when he can.
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 In brief, Kant’s moral philosophy focuses on fairness and the value of the individual. His method rests
on our ability to reason, our autonomy (i.e. our ability to give ourselves moral law and govern our own lives),
and logical consistency. He also offers an objective sense of morality in the form of absolute duties–duties that
are binding regardless of our desires, goals, or outcomes.

Activity 6
Write a reflection paper entitled “My Rights and my Duties”
As a citizen, I have certain rights and privileges that are guaranteed by law. These rights include the
right to free speech, the right to vote, the right to a fair trial, and many others. However, with these rights come
certain duties and responsibilities that I must uphold to ensure the well-being of society.
I believe that my duties and responsibilities as a citizen are just as important as my rights. These include
paying taxes, obeying the law, serving on a jury when called upon, and taking care of the environment. As a
member of society, it is my duty to contribute to its growth and development.
In conclusion, my rights as a citizen come with corresponding duties and responsibilities. Upholding
these responsibilities is essential in maintaining a healthy and functioning society. By being mindful of my
rights and duties, I can contribute to a better world for myself and others.

Activity 7
If you were a utilitarian, write a creative essay entitled “The Future of Jeepney Modernization in the
Philippines”.
The Future of Jeepney Modernization in the Philippines
The Jeepney modernization act is a government initiative aimed at upgrading the jeepneys' quality and
safety to address the country's growing transportation demands.

This act offers several benefits to the country and its people including the following: improved
passenger safety, reduced pollution, enhanced comfort, increased economic benefits and support for the local
automotive industry.
However, the act requires jeepney operators to replace their old vehicles with new ones that comply with
the set emission standards and safety regulations, thus, it has received mixed reactions from various
stakeholders, with some expressing support for the program's goals and others opposing it due to the potential
financial burden on small jeepney operators. Some critics also argue that the program's cost may make it
challenging for jeepney operators to comply, which could result in fewer vehicles and reduced accessibility to
public transportation.
Ultimately, the success of the jeepney modernization program depends on its effective implementation,
including providing necessary support to jeepney operators to transition to the new system.

Activity 8
Check on the box whose generation is characterized?

Characteristics Boomers Millennials

1. don't appreciate feedbacks 

2. hardworking 

3. skilled in multitasking 

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4. self-motivated 

5. appreciative of diversity 

6. idealistic 

7. committed to harmony 

8. workaholics 

9. self-centered with sense of entitlement 

10. tech-savvy 