Christian Social Ethics : politics and economics questions II

Teacher(s)

Odak Stipe;

Language

French

Main themes

In order to reach these goals, the course offers an analysis of a specific question, one time in the political field and the next time in the economical field.
Important current files will be objects of research that need to use the tools of current ethics in connection with philosophy and social sciences
The course will show some specificities of a Christian look aware of the plurality of approach.

Learning outcomes

At the end of this learning unit, the student is able to :
1	clarify fundamental categories for ethical thought in the context of important questions about society
2	relate the contributions of Christian traditions to public debates on social bound
3	analyse the issues about the social involvements of Christians in dialogue with other convictions.

Content

This course invites students to delve into the roots of Christian ethics, starting with a context-sensitive analysis of the foundational theological concepts such as creation, liberation, and salvation. These initial insights then serve as a hermeneutical framework for examining concrete problems in contemporary society. The course employs a holistic approach to theological ethics, investigating its expression not only in norms and principles but also in the lived practices of communities. Transcending the common emphasis on narrative and cognition, it also explores embodied and relational dimensions of ethics through the lenses of vulnerability and care.
The second half of the course applies the previously explored theories and concepts to a curated set of pressing contemporary challenges, including violence, reconciliation and forgiveness, collective memory, consumerism, and environmental stewardship.

 

Teaching methods

The course is structured as a series of lectures delivered by the instructor, complemented by active discussions that are integral to each session. The course also includes collaborative group work and student presentations focusing on selected contemporary ethical issues.

Evaluation methods

The course grade is determined by two components: continuous evaluation (40%) and a final paper (60%).
Continuous evaluation assesses students' active engagement through two mid-term submissions. Students may choose the format of their submissions in consultation with the instructor, such as written essays, podcasts, vlogs, public discussions, open-mic nights, or street surveys.
The final paper is submitted via Moodle during the exam period.

Other information

While the language of instruction for this course is French, accommodations are available for non-native speakers. Students may pose questions, engage in consultations with the instructor, and submit their assignments in English.

Online resources

A selection of scholarly texts and online resources will be made available on Moodle

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