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This assignment will assess Student Learning Outcome #4: Appraise the choices, actions, and consequences of ethical decision making in a historical context.
Introduction and Purpose: In this written assignment, you will examine your own ethical decision-making priorities and the decisions made by Cherokee leaders when faced with how to respond to the Indian Removal Act of 1830. The purpose of this assignment is to demonstrate a thoughtful approach to making a difficult decision with important ethical implications for society. A well-structured submission, with attention to proper mechanics of writing, will enhance your ability to communicate your ideas; however, the substance of your answers to the questions below will determine your grade for this assignment.This assignment will assess Student Learning Outcome #4: Appraise the choices, actions, and consequences of ethical decision making in a historical context.
View We Shall Remain, Episode 3: “Trail of Tears”Links to an external site. prior to beginning this essay.
In this essay, you will use the Eight Key Questions of ethical decision making from James Madison University:
Access the “Eight Key Questions”Links to an external site. (8KQ) framework for a more detailed discussion of how to use these questions when evaluating the ethical dimensions of a situation.
Fairness – How can I (we) act justly, equitably, and balance legitimate interests?
Outcomes – What possible actions achieve the best short- and long-term outcomes for me and all others?
Responsibilities – What duties and/or obligations apply?
Character – What actions help me (us) become my (our) ideal self (selves)?
Liberty – How do I (we) show respect for personal freedom, autonomy, and consent?
Empathy – How would I (we) act if I (we) cared about all involved?
Authority – What do legitimate authorities (e.g. experts, law, my religion/god) expect?
Rights – What rights, if any, (e.g. innate, legal, social) apply?
View We Shall Remain, Episode 3: “Trail of Tears”Links to an external site. prior to beginning this essay.