Asking Good Questions moves beyond a traditional discussion of
ethical theory, focusing on how educators can use these important
frameworks to facilitate critical thinking about real-life ethical
dilemmas. In this way, authors Nancy Stanlick and Michael Strawser
offer students a theoretical tool kit for creatively addressing
issues that influence their own environments. This text begins with
a discussion of key ethical theorists and then guides the reader
through a series of original case studies and follow-up activities
that facilitate critical thinking, emphasize asking thought
provoking questions, and teach the student to address the
complexity of ethical dilemmas while incorporating the viewpoints
of their peers. Additionally, Stanlick and Strawser include an
extensive preface, a mind-mapping technique for analyzing and
formulating arguments, and a six step process for approaching
complex real-life moral issues. Each chapter incorporates suggested
assignments, discussion questions, and references for further
reading, and a guide for instructors offering a sample course
schedule and suggestions on how to use this book effectively is
also available. This text is designed to help educators engage
students in a meaningful discussion of how historical theories
apply to their own lives, providing rich and unique resources to
learn about these critical issues.