Module #1 Introduction to Environmental Ethics Overview of the field of environmental ethics, its importance, and key concepts
Module #2 The Roots of Environmental Ethics Exploration of the historical and philosophical roots of environmental ethics, including ancient and indigenous perspectives
Module #3 Anthropocentrism vs. Non-Anthropocentrism Debate over whether human interests should be the central concern in environmental ethics or whether other entities (e.g. animals, ecosystems) have inherent value
Module #4 Instrumental Value vs. Intrinsic Value Discussion of whether the natural world has value only insofar as it benefits humans (instrumental value) or has value in and of itself (intrinsic value)
Module #5 The Land Ethic Examination of Aldo Leopolds land ethic, which posits that humans are part of a larger ecological community with moral obligations to the land
Module #6 Deep Ecology Exploration of the deep ecology movement, which emphasizes the inherent value of all living beings and the need for radical change in human relationships with the natural world
Module #7 Ecological Justice Analysis of the disproportionate impact of environmental degradation on marginalized communities and the quest for environmental justice
Module #8 Animal Ethics Examination of the moral status of animals and the ethics of human-animal relationships, including animal welfare and rights
Module #9 Environmental Virtue Ethics Exploration of the role of virtues such as compassion, fairness, and respect in shaping human relationships with the natural world
Module #10 Climate Ethics Analysis of the ethical implications of climate change, including issues of justice, responsibility, and moral obligation
Module #11 Sustainable Development Examination of the concept of sustainable development and its applications in environmental policy and practice
Module #12 Biodiversity and Conservation Discussion of the importance of preserving biodiversity and the ethical considerations involved in conservation efforts
Module #13 Environmental Policy and Governance Analysis of the role of policy and governance in shaping environmental outcomes and the ethics of environmental decision-making
Module #14 Corporate Environmental Responsibility Examination of the environmental responsibilities of businesses and the ethics of corporate environmental decision-making
Module #15 Environmental Activism and Advocacy Exploration of the role of activism and advocacy in promoting environmental ethics and sustainability
Module #16 Indigenous Environmental Ethics Analysis of the environmental ethics and values of indigenous cultures and their relevance to contemporary environmental issues
Module #17 Environmental Ethics and Spirituality Examination of the connections between environmental ethics and spirituality, including the role of religious and philosophical perspectives
Module #18 Food Ethics and Agriculture Discussion of the environmental ethics of food production and consumption, including issues of sustainability and justice
Module #19 Urban Environmental Ethics Analysis of the environmental ethics of urban planning and development, including issues of sustainability and equity
Module #20 Environmental Ethics and Technology Examination of the ethical implications of emerging technologies, such as geoengineering and biotechnology, on the environment
Module #21 International Environmental Ethics Discussion of the ethical dimensions of international environmental issues, including climate change, biodiversity, and sustainable development
Module #22 Environmental Ethics and Human Flourishing Analysis of the relationship between environmental well-being and human flourishing, including the role of environmental ethics in promoting human well-being
Module #23 Environmental Ethics and Education Examination of the role of education in promoting environmental ethics and sustainability, including the importance of environmental literacy
Module #24 Case Studies in Environmental Ethics In-depth analysis of real-world environmental issues and the ethical considerations involved
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Environmental Ethics career
