Introduction to Bioethics
Should we clone humans? What should we think of the coming genetic revolution? How much control should we have over how and when we die? When does medical treatment turn into medical enhancement — and should we care? Is rationing health care good, bad, necessary — or all of the above?
This course will explore fundamental moral issues that arise in medicine, health, and biotechnology. Some are as old as life itself: the vulnerability of illness, the fact of death. Some are new, brought on by a dizzying pace of technology that can unsettle our core ideas about human nature and our place in the world. And nearly all intersect with issues of racial and gender equality, as well as policies affecting the world’s most vulnerable populations.
Designed to introduce students to the range of issues that define bioethics, together with core concepts and skills, this course should be of interest to undergraduates, health care professionals, policy makers, and anyone interested in philosophy or ethics.
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Note :Please be aware that the content in this Bioethics course has not been updated since Summer 2017. New developments in the field of bioethics and in law have occurredbut are not reflected in the course.
What you'll learn
- Recognize core philosophy concepts in bioethics debates, including well-being, justice, and autonomy
- Develop scientific literacy relevant to core bioethics topics such as abortion, genetic enhancement, and euthanasia
- Understand key bioethics terms such as informed consent and medical futility
- Practice engaging in reflective, respectful conversations with others on polarizing issues
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Length | 16 weeks |
Effort | 16 weeks, 3–5 hours per week |
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Cost | $49 |
From | Georgetown University, GeorgetownX via edX |
Instructors | Tom Beauchamp, John Keown, Rebecca Kukla, Margaret Little, Madison Powers, Karen Stohr, Robert M. Veatch |
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Language | English |
Subjects | Science Social Sciences Humanities |
Tags | Biology & Life Sciences Social Sciences Humanities Law Philosophy & Ethics Ethics |
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Rating | Not enough ratings |
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Length | 16 weeks |
Effort | 16 weeks, 3–5 hours per week |
Starts | On Demand (Start anytime) |
Cost | $49 |
From | Georgetown University, GeorgetownX via edX |
Instructors | Tom Beauchamp, John Keown, Rebecca Kukla, Margaret Little, Madison Powers, Karen Stohr, Robert M. Veatch |
Download Videos | On all desktop and mobile devices |
Language | English |
Subjects | Science Social Sciences Humanities |
Tags | Biology & Life Sciences Social Sciences Humanities Law Philosophy & Ethics Ethics |
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