Kinesiology 2292F/G Chapter Notes - Chapter 5: Game Players, Virtue Ethics, Ethics
21 Apr 2020
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Introduction: analyzing what athletes have to say adds empiricism to the philosophical outlooks. An interpretation of the athletes" reasons within the framework of moral philosophy: Moral philosophy: a well-established scholarly discipline, but application not thoroughly studied. 3 theories of moral philosophy: deontological, teleological, consequentialist. Major type based on rationalism kant"s theory of categorical imperative -in 2 forms: don"t treat others in ways that you would not want to be treated yourself, treat others as ends, not means. Referring to this as categorical kant emphasizes the unconditional duty to follow a certain maxim, regardless of particular outcomes. Considers the end" or inherent nature of humans" for which we strive in making moral decisions. Major type would be that of virtue theory (aristotle) Focus on being -being a certain type of person. Some virtues: benevolence, fairness, loyalty, reasonableness, civility, honestly, generosity . Moral behaviour is informed by consideration of consequences.
