Joseph fletcher ranks among the most influential intellectuals of the twentieth century. The new morality 1966 arose from his objections to both moral absolutism the view that there are fixed universal moral principles that have binding authority in all circumstances and moral relativism the view that there are no. The religious experience arent yet finished but ill upload the completed ones when they are. Business ethics business ethics most importantly concerns the ethical relationships between businesses and stakeholders. The nasw code of ethics sets forth these values, principles. Situation ethics revision notes document in a level and ib. Give an account of the key ideas of situation ethics. Situation ethicsan overview philosophy as revision.
As level religious studies situation ethics revision booklet. Situational ethics is a form of consequentialism though distinct from utilitarianism in that the latters aim is the greatest good for the greatest number that focuses on creating the greatest amount of love. Clear and condensed revision notes for situation ethics on the ethics section of the ocr. Science and maths by primrose kitten recommended for you. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools.
As level religious studies situation ethics revision booklet 1. No guarantee is given that these notes are accurate or uptodate for current courses however they served me well and may be of use to others too. What happened in the story of jesus on the sabbath. The most reassuring thing i found about ethics was, once you know and understand the core duties, your instincts are usually pretty spot on, and its just a matter of showing your thinking as you go. Ethics and compliance rollsroyce ethical decision making models and 6 steps of ethical decision. Situation ethics was most famously championed by joseph fletcher 19051991. You need to make sure you are giving answers that are relevant. Situation ethics teaches that ethical decisions should follow flexible guidelines rather than absolute rules, and be taken on a case by case basis. This is an excellent online book that you can use to supplement your reading. Question e this part of the question is worth 12 marks and asks you to show different points of view in response to the statement given. His other book on this theme is moral responsibility situation ethics at work 25s. Love wants the good for anyone, whoever they are 5.
However, the only thing good in itself is love, and we may be required to push our principles aside and do the right thing. Oct 14, 2008 situation ethics teaches that ethical decisions should follow flexible guidelines rather than absolute rules, and be taken on a case by case basis. I think therefore i teach tips for a level students. Although his ideas were rooted in the bible they were new, and to some shocking.
May 23, 2017 situation ethicsan overview may 23, 2017 alex here is an overview of situation ethics, im sorry for any spelling mistakes, there is also a printable revision sheet at the bottom. Range of meanings mainly used to describe self, but this can be used. Situation ethics wjec eduqas a level revision booklet. I think it would be best used as a companion to a text book and as a revision aid.
Theme 3 teleological ethics situation ethics and utilitarianism situation ethics booklet 1 a level theme 3a situation ethics by mark lambe 8 fletchers case studies 1b new morality and christian reactions 2 legalism and antinomianism 2explainsituationethics 3situational and agape 8 application of situation ethics homosexual and polyamorous relationships polyamorous relationships 10 ao2. Feb 21, 2017 this is an overview of dualism and views on the soul, mind and body, i hope its helpful. Situation ethics christianity has been dominated by natural law thinking, and situation ethics arose from this background. Digital pdf booklet pages every year we do an analysis of past papers and come up with predictions for this years exam. Explain the theory of situation ethics using examples to illustrate you answer. Ethics can be categorized as social, professional or individual ethics. Fletcher was a professor of christian ethics at harvard university and then medical ethics at virginia university. Home a level and ib religious studies situation ethics revision notes. The two ideas are one and the same, and as such, cannot be separated. Aqa as level rs booklet on the module situation ethics. Complete situation ethics powerpoint for a couple of lessons, coupled with a book for the students to work through. Situation ethics flashcards in a level and ib religious studies.
Component 1 a level islam yr 2 ao2 supporting resources. Fletcher was a professor of christian ethics at harvard university and then medical ethics at virginia. The study involves defining, systematizing and recommending concepts of wrong and right behaviors. The profession has an obligation to articulate its basic values, ethical principles, and ethical standards. I started the session by asking staff the reasons why we ask questions. Religious studies philosophy and ethics revision material b602 answering exam questions religion and science good and evil revision ideas. It mustnt be confused with cultural relativism, which says that there is no objective morality, and moral values vary from one society to another. The new morality in 1966, partial and similar ideas of situational ethics have been in the mind of others earlier before. First published in 1966, the book cemented fletchers standing as one of the founders of the system known as situational ethics.
You should also use these in your answers whenever you can to demonstrate good knowledge. This booklet outlines the main parts of situation ethics, strengths and weaknesses and application to the ideas of polyamoury and homosexuality as per the exam spec. The theory of situation ethics is quick, and sums points instantly, making it, and. Pdf situation ethics download full pdf book download.
There are six fundamental things that underlie fletchers situation ethics. Since then, almost every publication on situational ethics has referred to the model presented in fletchers writings. Joseph fletcher developed situation ethics in his book, situation ethics 1966. Joseph fletcherin 1966 joseph fletcher, an american theologian, published a book, situation ethics, in which he outlines a new approach to christian ethical decision making.
Joseph fletcherin 1966 joseph fletcher, an american theologian, published a book, situation ethics, in which he outlines a new approach to christian ethical. Dec 22, 2008 these are resources relating to my a level courses, sat in the 20042006 period. Agape origins of agape in the new testament and its religious development in the writing of fletcher. The relationship between religion and morality the historical relationship between religion and morality divine command ethics aquinas and natural moral law kant and deontology conscience critiques of the link between religion arguments against the existence of god. Situational ethics can also be classed under the ethical theory genre of proportionalism which says that it is never right to go. On august 4, 2017, the nasw delegate assembly approved the most substantive revision to the nasw code of ethics since 1996. Nov 07, 2015 give 3 reasons why situation ethics could be seen as a christian ethic 2. Its a consequentialist and a relative theory which looks at all circumstances. Situation ethics an overview may 23, 2017 alex here is an overview of situation ethics, im sorry for any spelling mistakes, there is also a printable revision sheet at the bottom.
Proposing an ethic of loving concern, fletcher suggests that certain actssuch as lying, premarital sex, adultery, or even murdermight be morally right, depending on. Here are the power points i use with my students to cover cont. Situation ethics was developed by american anglican theologian joseph f. Situation ethics article another overview and explanation of fletchers situational ethics. His work, situation ethics, founded the modern situational ethics movement. Detailed revision notes that are colourful and attractive to the eye that helps work both sides of the brain. Professional ethics are at the core of social work. Situational ethics, social deception, and lessons of machiavelli 2004 deweys moral philosophy 2005, revised 2014 situational ethics explained, evaluated and applied an introduction to fletchers situational ethics from. He believed that we should follow the rules until we need to break them for reasons of love. There are also links to possible exam questions and exam stylestructure as well. Ethical theories include kant, natural law, situation ethics, virtue ethics and utilitarianism. Well be looking at understanding situational ethics with the help of examples. Situation ethics four working principles zonnehoek. Received 2830, an a grade at as level and an a grade at a2.
If aiming for a or a star, these notes are invaluable. Situation ethics religion and ethics 1b what type of theory is situation ethics. In 1966 joseph fletcher, an american theologian, published a book, situation ethics, in which he outlines a new approach to christian ethical decision making. Year 2 religion and ethics theme 3 and 4 resources newrs. Fletcher was an episcopal priest, a member of the euthanasia educational counsel, and.
Joseph fletcher was professor of social ethics at the episcopal theological school, cambridge, mass. As level religious studies situation ethics revision booklet chloe mcsorley. Situation ethics is an ethical theory put forward by joseph fletcher. Discuss goodness is only defined by asking how is agape best served. Situation ethics is a teleological ethical theory which is based on consequences.
Pope pius xii condemned the situational approach by stating, it is an individual and subjective appeal to the concrete circumstances of actions to justify decisions in opposition to the natural law or gods revealed will. It believes that there is only one ultimate duty, to love thy neighbour. Religious studies philosophy and ethics revision material. Situation ethics flashcards in a level and ib religious. Situation ethics haslingden high religious studies. It is based on agape love christian unconditional love, and says that we should always do the most loving thing in any situation. Fletcher was an episcopalian priest, so this theory may be. The relationship between religion and morality the historical relationship between religion and morality divine command ethics aquinas and natural moral law kant and deontology conscience critiques of the link between religion arguments against the existence of god religion and morality in modern society. Here is an overview of situation ethics, im sorry for any spelling mistakes, there is also a printable revision sheet at the bottom.
Ethics exam specification assessment criteria, teacher marking grid how to write essays ao1 ao2. Although the term situational ethics only seems to appear in joseph fletchers book named situation ethics. Stakeholders is a broad term and refers to an individual or group of people who hashave an interest in a business. Rs religious studies alevel ethics revision section for situation ethics covering fundamental principles, advantages and disadvantages, joseph fletcher. Examine the key features of the moral argument for the existence of god the. In its new paperback form, this book is certain of continued attention in the current discussion of ethical problems. Reallife examples to help you understand situational ethics better. Love is the only absolute it is intrinsically good 2. I dont know how the new exams work, but i found knowing the core duties inside and out can get you through any ethical situation.
Identify and comment on the weaknesses of situation ethics. Ethical theories include kant, natural law, situation ethics, virtue ethics and. His ethical theory was radically different from christian teaching at the time and caused great controversy when it was published. Theme 3 teleological ethics situation ethics and utilitarianism situation ethics booklet 1 a level theme 3a situation ethics by mark lambe 8 fletchers case studies 1b new morality and christian reactions 2 legalism and antinomianism 2explain situation ethics 3 situational and agape 8 application of situation ethics homosexual and polyamorous relationships polyamorous relationships 10 ao2. Draw a basic diagram to illustrate the spectrum that fletcher referred to. Also heres my religious experience complete revision notes. Ethics alevel religious studies rs section covering, absolutism and relativism, kantian ethics, natural law, situation ethics, utilitarianism ethics revision world skip to main content. Situational ethics was pioneered by joseph fletcher 19051991. Home a level and ib religious studies situation ethics revision notes situation ethics revision notes detailed revision notes that are colourful and attractive to the eye that helps work both sides of the brain. Reallife examples to help you understand situational. May 04, 2015 as level religious studies situation ethics revision booklet 1.
First developed by joseph fletcher in situation ethics 1963. Fletcher said we should not get rid of rules they are a useful guide in most situations. Whether we ought to follow a moral principle or not would always depend upon the situation. For information contact the 39 th street church of christ, 15331 east 39 street, independence, mo 64055. The six propositions what they are and how they give rise to the theory of situation ethics and its approach to moral decisionmaking. Why did pope pius xii oppose situation ethics in 1952. Answer the question read the questions very carefully.
Abortion the right to abortion environmental ethics euthanasia relativism, absolutism and euthanasia just war theory poverty teaching practical ethics. These are the six things that spell out what agape is and relate closely to biblical teaching on what christian love should be. Situation ethics was most famously championed by joseph fletcher 19051991 he believed that we should follow the rules until we need to break them for reasons of love. Soul, mind and bodyrevision notes philosophy as revision. This will allow you to get full marks in the part a questions. Fletchers model situational ethics, according to fletchers model, states that decisionmaking should be based upon the circumstances of a particular situation, and not upon fixed law. Study 15 terms situation ethics quotes flashcards quizlet. Kants ethics three theories of ethics virtue ethics. Mrs b was stuck in a russian army camp, the only way to get back to her family is to be ill or impregnated. Give 1 of fletchers examples of situation ethics and explain the point of it 3.
Situation ethics ocr religious studies philosophy and. Discuss agape is not so much a religious idea as an equivalent to saying i want the best for you. Basic details a relativist, consequentialist theory. Examine the key features of situation ethics 21 marks. This is a functional book that explains all the concepts very clearly without any waffle. Fletcher in his book situation ethic said that this theory is based on love, in particular agape love. Oct 25, 2018 this booklet outlines the main parts of situation ethics, strengths and weaknesses and application to the ideas of polyamoury and homosexuality as per the exam spec. Situation ethics revision notes document in a level and.
Ethical issues include abortion, euthanasia, genetic engineering, war, infertility treatment. Hi everyone, i am a full time teacher of a level religious studies following the new ocr spec. Now i know this is not a very creative start however it was necessary to emphasise that we know as teachers why we question e. Ethics resources for students and teachers ocr a level rs philosophy and ethics. Proposing an ethic of loving concern, fletcher suggests that certain actssuch as lying, premarital sex, adultery, or even murdermight be morally right, depending on the circumstances. Sep 02, 2015 the whole of gcse 91 maths in only 2 hours higher and foundation revision for edexcel, aqa or ocr duration. Situation ethics john warwick montgomery, joseph fletcher on.
Igniting a firestorm of controversy upon its publication in 1966, joseph fletchers situation ethics was hailed by many as a muchneeded reformation of moralityand as an invitation to anarchy by others. Sexual ethics this is a revision thing if you dont study religious studies at a2 level then this wont apply to you. List of possible questions for 2018 ethics philosophical. Fletcher, an episcopalian priest who became an atheist in his later life, is best known for his book situation ethics. The whole of gcse 91 maths in only 2 hours higher and foundation revision for edexcel, aqa or ocr duration. As long as love is your intention, the end justifies the means. Hesh kumar in his first contribution to this post says. Mar 27, 2018 situation ethics situation ethics is too demanding as a system of ethical decisionmaking. Situation ethics is the method of ethical decision making that states that you must consider noble love agape in decision making, and that a moral decision is correct if it is the most loving thing to do. Situation ethics revision notes detailed revision notes that are colourful and attractive to the eye that helps work both sides of the brain. The confusion to avoid sections at the end of each chapter will be particularly useful. Situational ethics dictate that the moral path be decided by the context of the issue at hand, rather than have a textbook judgment for everything.
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