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Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Ethics HandoutInternet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Ethics Handout
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Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy
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Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Ethics

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This site from the Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy gives a general introduction to the field of philosophical ethics. Divines moral philosophy into three main topics: metaethics, normative ethics, and applied ethics, including links to more detailed articles within each. Does a good job of defining important terms along the way. The best place to start.

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ethics, morality

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applied ethics, categorical imperative, consequentialism, divine command, ethical egoism, ethical theory, feminist ethics, moral philosophy, moral relativism, utilitarianism, virtue theory, voluntarism, internet encyclopedia of philosophy, duty theory, metaethics, moral rationalism, moral realism, moral skepticism, moral theory, noncognitivism, normative ethics, rights theory

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