Moralities of Everyday Life: Psychological Foundations
Explore how psychological factors shape moral reasoning and influence ethical choices in everyday personal and professional situations.
Explore how psychological factors shape moral reasoning and influence ethical choices in everyday personal and professional situations.
This course explores the psychological foundations of moral behavior and ethical decision-making in everyday life. It examines key questions about the nature of morality, the origins of our sense of right and wrong, and the factors that influence moral judgments. Topics include the role of emotions in moral reasoning, the evolution and development of morality, cultural differences in ethical values, and the psychology behind political and religious moral beliefs. The course also delves into how we treat family, friends, and strangers differently, and discusses issues of free will and moral responsibility. Through lectures, readings, and interactive discussions, students gain insights into the complex nature of human morality.
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What you'll learn
Understand the psychological basis of moral judgments and ethical decision-making
Analyze the role of emotions versus reason in moral behavior
Explore evolutionary and developmental perspectives on the origins of morality
Examine cultural, political, and religious influences on moral values
Investigate the psychology behind how we treat family, friends, and strangers
Evaluate the concept of altruism through the lens of behavioral economics
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There are 7 modules in this course
This course provides a comprehensive exploration of the psychological foundations of morality and ethical behavior in everyday life. It begins by examining fundamental questions about the nature of morality and different philosophical approaches to ethics. The curriculum then delves into the role of emotions, particularly compassion and empathy, in moral decision-making. A significant portion of the course is dedicated to understanding the origins of morality, including evolutionary perspectives and developmental psychology. The course also addresses how cultural differences, political ideologies, and religious beliefs shape moral values. It explores the complex dynamics of how we treat family, friends, and strangers differently, and uses insights from behavioral economics to examine altruism. The final sections of the course tackle challenging questions about free will, moral responsibility, and the influence of situational factors on ethical behavior. Throughout the course, students engage with cutting-edge research in moral psychology and participate in discussions that challenge their own moral intuitions and beliefs.
Welcome to Moralities of Everyday Life!
Module 1 · 52 Minutes to complete
The Big Questions
Module 2 · 4 Hours to complete
Compassion
Module 3 · 3 Hours to complete
Origins of Morality
Module 4 · 5 Hours to complete
Differences
Module 5 · 3 Hours to complete
Family, Friends, and Strangers
Module 6 · 3 Hours to complete
The Big Answers
Module 7 · 3 Hours to complete
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Brooks and Suzanne Ragen Professor of Psychology and Cognitive Science at Yale University
Paul Bloom is the Brooks and Suzanne Ragen Professor of Psychology and Cognitive Science at Yale University. He has published over a hundred scientific articles in prestigious journals such as Science and Nature, and his popular writings have appeared in The New York Times, The New Yorker, and The Atlantic Monthly. Bloom is known for his research in moral psychology, exploring how children and adults understand concepts of morality, pleasure, religion, fiction, and art.He is the author of several influential books, including Descartes’ Baby and How Pleasure Works, and has received numerous awards for his contributions to research and teaching. His course offerings at Yale include "Introduction to Psychology" and "Moralities of Everyday Life," which aim to engage students in understanding the psychological underpinnings of human behavior. Bloom's work has garnered international recognition, making him a prominent figure in the field of psychology
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