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Module 4 - Discussion
1: Does Altruism Exist?
Philosophers, psychologists, and scholars have
long argued about whether true altruism really exists or if it is, in fact,
just another manifestation of egoism, albeit a veiled one. These skeptics argue
that altruism is actually a form of self-interest, including aspects of pride,
satisfaction, or the reinforcement of one's self-worth. Still others, like
author and philosopher Ayn Rand, outright reject altruism and instead consider
selfishness a virtue.
What do you think? Does altruism exist? Is it
a "good" thing or is it destructive to the self-sacrificing
individual?
View the following videos and identify three
views (real and fictional) on the virtue (or lack of ) helping others.
·
Ayn Rand - The Morality of Altruism (09:22)
· The Hunger Games: Katniss and Peeta Reeping Scene (03:59)
· The Bystander Effect is Complicated - Here's Why (16:57)
After you have viewed the videos, post a
thoughtful critique addressing the following questions:
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What are the different
opinions about helping others and/or sacrificing that are portrayed in each of
these video clips? What do you agree with? What do you disagree with? Why?
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Is altruism real?
Common? Are people, by nature helpful or selfish?
·
Is altruism morally
"right"? Or morally "wrong"? Explain your perspective.
·
Can a selfish person
be a moral person? A self-interested person? What is the difference, if there
is any, between being selfish and being self-interested? Between acting
prudently and acting morally?
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Is there a difference
in sacrificing for a loved one (as in the Hunger Games scenario) and
sacrificing for a stranger? Is one more altruistic than the other? Explain your
perspective.
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How is the bystander
effect related to issues of altruism and/or egoism?
Read your peers' posts
and comment in a respectful manner to at least one classmate that you agree
with and one that you disagree with. Be specific in your responses to their
positions. Review the discussion
guidelines and the
evaluation rubric to ensure your submission meets the standard.
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