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Normative Ethical Theories Explained

This reflection paper discusses ethics and normative ethical theories. It explains that there are two main types of normative ethical theories: teleological and deontological. Teleological, or consequentialist, theories judge actions based on their consequences, while deontological theories focus on adherence to rules and principles. Applied ethics examines practical moral dilemmas in areas like human rights, equality, and science. In conclusion, whether an action is morally right or wrong can depend on its consequences and adherence to norms, and normative ethics influence people's daily lives and motivations, even if there are debates around different ethical concepts.

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Normative Ethical Theories Explained

This reflection paper discusses ethics and normative ethical theories. It explains that there are two main types of normative ethical theories: teleological and deontological. Teleological, or consequentialist, theories judge actions based on their consequences, while deontological theories focus on adherence to rules and principles. Applied ethics examines practical moral dilemmas in areas like human rights, equality, and science. In conclusion, whether an action is morally right or wrong can depend on its consequences and adherence to norms, and normative ethics influence people's daily lives and motivations, even if there are debates around different ethical concepts.

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MONTINEZ, QUENY JOY B.

BSA 1-2
ETHICS

REFLECTION PAPER #5

Many emotions are surrounded by ethics, which are not considered by morality as
unimportant, regardless of what is being addressed about it at the time. It's also frequently
utilized in the same way that morality is. Friends, family, and society have all been
affected by ethical concerns, paving the way for concepts such as social justice. It is not
a negative thing to inherit excellent things from the past. We humans learn from our
surroundings, and our nature is a mix of good and bad. We must choose the one that fits
us as long as we have the ability to choose what suits us and what does not.

Normative ethical theories composed of two types; the teleological and deontological. The
consequentialist ethical theory is also known as the teleological ethical theory, and the
non-consequentialist ethical theory is also known as the deontological ethical theory. The
non-consequentialist view focuses on how a system of rules determines whether an
action is good or bad. Deontologists argue that activities should be justified by principles
that must be followed. In other words, a deontological approach recommends doing
certain things on principle or because they are fundamentally right, but a teleological
approach advocates doing certain things because the consequences are beneficial. The
consequentialist view considers whether a moral act is good or bad in light of its
consequences and the individuals who are impacted by it and Ethical egoism is
concerned with how one is affected by the consequences of their actions. Normative
ethical theories are those that clearly contrast one another. This truth continues down to
their subtypes, which also contradict one another while defending their own turf. Applied
ethics is concerned with the application of normative ideas and norms to practical moral
dilemmas. This branch of ethics examines a variety of modern topics, such as human
rights, social equality, and the ethical consequences of scientific research.

To conclude, Based on the consequences and norms, an action can be morally right or
wrong. Normative ethical ideas can be seen in our daily lives. People we meet on a daily
basis, including our family, are distinguished by their observed normative ethical norms.
Although there will undoubtedly be debates, we cannot truly argue that someone is wrong
because they follow this or that ethical concept, because everyone have their own
motivations.

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