Emne: Online Lessons | Kantian Ethics

An introduction to Kantian Ethics Side

Key concepts Side

The Sovereignty of Reason Side

First formulation of the categorical imperative: an example. Side

First formulation: Kant's four examples. Side

Kant's four examples: some comments Side

Categorical imperative: the second formulation. Side

How are the two formulations related? Side

Criticism: Maxims are inadequately defined. Side

Criticism: It is too human centred. Side

Criticism: Duty is not enough. Side

Criticism: The categorical imperative doesn't tell us what to do. Side

Evaluative points: a summary Side

Self-test questions. Side

Exam prep: short answer questions. Side

Exam prep: Essay questions Bok

Additional resources Side

Section outline