Posted: February 8th, 2015

Bioethics Essay on Euthanasia

Paper, Order, or Assignment Requirements

After completing your module reading on Bioethics, you are required to write a 500-1000 word (2-4 page) Essay on one of the major bioethical issues of contemporary importance.

Possible topics include: abortion, euthanasia, genetic engineering, cloning, or medical research.

The essay must be written from an Ethical prospective, in other words, do not analyze the topic from a legal, sociological, or alternative perspective. Make use of the Ethical Theories you have learned throughout the course, for example Virtue Ethics, Natural Law Theory, Utilitarianism, or Deontological Ethical Theory, etc.

Note that mature philosophical reflection always includes a deep understanding of all side of an issue, while at the same time it presents a personal perspective that is grounded logically and based in evidence. It is not enough to have an opinion philosophically speaking if you do not understand the opinions of others. Be sure to demonstrate logically the strength or weakness of every claim you make. ______________________________________________________________________

The report must be written in Microsoft Word using MLA formatting (MLA Handbook, 7th Ed., PurdueOWL.com). Proofread thoroughly for college-level spelling, syntax, and grammar. There should be no errors in this document. Before submitting it in the drop box, be sure it is complete and ready for grading. Once submitted, it cannot be resubmitted. Submit by due date