Applying Ethical Theories

- Bull, Freuhling, and Chattergy

. 3 rival theories of political morality - liberal theory, democratic theory and communitarian theory

. the use of these theories to resolve controversial issues of education in a multicultural setting.

. we (students, administrators, educators, readers, etc.) should decide which theory is best.

. Set 4 standards to decide the best theory - use as a guide/resource

- Nel Noddings

. ‘Ethic of Care’ - superior to competing ethical theories (e.g. Utilitarianism, Ethics of Duty, Liberalism and Communitarianism).

Note:

- It is important to refer to theories so that we understand what they are trying to achieve.