Is the controversy justified? Why or why not?
In this paper, you will select an ethics issue from among the topics below and provide a 3-4 page paper on the issue.
In the paper, you will address the following:
1. Explain the topic (20%)
2. Why the topic or issue is controversial (25%)
3. Is the controversy justified? Why or why not? (20%)
4. Summarize current research about the issue and at least two credible sources. At least one reference source should discuss the issue from a pro and the other should discuss from a con perspective. (20%)
5. Cite references in APA format (15%)
Topics may include:
- Research on animals
- Medical Research on prisoners or ethnic minorities
- Patient rights and HIPAA
- Torture of military prisoners
- Off-shore oil drilling and the potential threat to biodiversity
- Development in emerging nations and its impact on biodiversity
- Stem cell research
- Healthcare Accessibility: Right or privilege
- Genetically modified organisms
- Genetic testing and data sharing
- Reproductive rights
- Pesticides and Agriculture
- Organ transplants and accessibility
- Assisted Suicide
- Medicinal use of controlled substances/illicit drugs
