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[Audio] . Kant's Categorical Imperative and Academic Integrity.

[Audio] . CONTENTS Overview Scenario Description Applying Humanity Formulation Personal Reflection What Is Deontology? First Formulation — Universal Law Third Formulation Kingdom of Ends References Kant' s Categorical Imperative (Simple Explanation) Applying Universal Law to the Scenario Applying Kingdom of Ends The Three Formulations (Overview Slide) Second Formulation — Humanity Deontological Conclusion.

[Audio] . l. Overview What is deontology? Real-world scenario Conclusion 4 Kant' S categorical imperative Applying all three formulations.

[Audio] . 2. What Is Deontology? Key points: Deontology = duty-based ethics Actions are judged by intent and principle, not consequences Associated with Immanuel Kant Explanation: Deontology asks "Is this action morally right in itself?" rather than "What good comes from it?" Citation: Kant (1785/1993).

[Audio] . ds ratoc;an tkosclcrrtouqe cie 3. Kant's Categorical Imperative (Simple Explanation) Key points: Moral law applies to everyone Emphasis: No exceptions based on convenience Based on reason, not feelings Kant believed morality must be universal and rational..

[Audio] . 4. The Three Formulations (Overview Slide) Formula of Universal Law Formula of Humanity Formula of the Kingdom of Ends Brief note: I will explain each one using the same real example..

[Audio] . 5. Scenario Description Scenario: Submitting an assignment written entirely or mostly by A1 and presenting it as one' s own work. Clarification: This includes copying A1-generated text without disclosure..

[Audio] . 6. First Formulation Universal Law Definition (simple): "Act only according to maxims you could will to become universal laws. " Explanation: Ask: What if everyone did this?.

[Audio] . 7. Applying Universal Law to the Scenario Points: 1 Maxim "I may submit A1-generated work as my own Conclusion: 2 If universalized Academic evaluation becomes meaningless Trust in education collapses Since the practice cannot be universalized without contradiction, it is morally impermissible. Citation: Kant (1785/1993).

[Audio] . 8. Second Formulation Definition: "Treat humanity always as an end, never merely as a means. " Explanation: Humans must not be used or deceived for personal gain. Humanity.

[Audio] . /hem 20tSs 9. Applying Humanity Formulation Points: Instructor is deceived Conclusion: 2 Institution is manipulated 3 Honest students are treated unfairly Submitting A1 work treats others merely as a means to grades and recognition. Citation: Johnson & Cureton (2022).

[Audio] . 10. Third Formulation — Kingdom of Ends Definition: Act as if you are a law-maker in a moral community. Explanation: Imagine a world where everyone follows the same rules you choose..

[Audio] . II. Applying Kingdom of Ends Points: Would rational agents accept a rule allowing A1 plagiarism? Conclusion: A rational moral community would reject this practice. Such a rule undermines shared moral respect.

[Audio] . 12. Deontological Conclusion Key takeaways: Action is wrong regardless of consequences Intent and honesty matter Academic integrity is a moral duty Emphasis: Even if no one is caught, the action remains morally wrong under ntian ethics..

[Audio] . 13. Personal Reflection Points: Pressure to perform academically Temptation to use A1 shortcuts Kant reminds us that integrity defines moral worth.

[Audio] . 14. References Use real sources (important for grading): Kant, I. (1993). Groundwork of the Metaphysics of Morals (H. J. Paton, Trans.). Routledge. (Original work published 1785) Johnson, R., & Cureton, A. (2022). Kant' s moral philosophy. Stanforld Encyclopedia of Philosophy. https://plato.stanford.edu/entries/kant-moral/ work Qfthe ofMorals [Murk.

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