Ethics Courses and Certifications

Jeffrey Kaplan

Does Occam's Razor Rule Out Objective Morality?

Explore the philosophical debate on Occam's Razor and objective morality, examining arguments for moral skepticism and objectivism in this thought-provoking lecture on ethics.

• YouTube
• 24 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Jeffrey Kaplan

Two Possible Arguments Against the Existence of Objective Morality and Possible Responses

Explores moral skepticism and relativism, examining arguments against objective morality based on persistent disagreement and diverse ethical situations.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Jeffrey Kaplan

Is Moral Skepticism Self-Refuting? - No, but It Has Other Problems

Explore ethical skepticism, nihilism, and relativism, examining their global versions and potential self-defeating nature in this philosophical analysis of moral reasoning.

• YouTube
• 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Jeffrey Kaplan

Aristotle's Nicomachean Ethics - Book I

Explore Aristotle's argument on human flourishing, virtue, and happiness in the Nicomachean Ethics, examining the connection between moral action and personal well-being.

• YouTube
• 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Jeffrey Kaplan

Does Objective Morality Exist? - A Philosophical Presentation and Discussion

Explore the concept of objective morality through philosophical arguments, examining evidence, reasoning, and implications for ethical decision-making in this thought-provoking presentation.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 14 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Databricks

Digital Ethics in Technology and Innovation

Explore key digital ethics principles and real-life examples of ethical solutions in technology. Learn about safety, privacy, transparency, and responsible innovation in uncertain times.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Paul G. Allen School

Change Seminar - Josh Hug - UC Berkeley

Embedding social impact awareness in CS education: integrating ethics, career reflection, and professional development into technical courses at UC Berkeley.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Yannic Kilcher

Automated Inference on Criminality Using Face Images

Critical analysis of a controversial facial recognition study, exploring ethical concerns and methodological flaws in attempts to predict criminality from facial features.

• YouTube
• 33 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

IEEE

Ethics and Privacy in Mixed Reality

Explore ethical considerations and privacy challenges in mixed reality technologies through expert discussions on societal impacts and responsible development.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 38 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Lying, Bullshitting, and the Meaning of Truth in the Post-Truth Era

Explore the nuances of truth, lies, and BS in modern discourse. Examine ethical questions, First Amendment implications, motivations for deception, and perspectives on defining truth from legal, fact-checking, and scientific viewpoints.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

AGU

Forward Focused Ethics - Responding to Harassment in Scientific Societies

Exploring scientific societies' role in addressing harassment and workplace climate issues, with insights from research and expert perspectives on institutional responses and support mechanisms.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 1 minute
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

What Does It Mean to Be a Better Person?

Explore practical steps to becoming a better person with David Brooks, examining abstract concepts like morality and virtue in everyday life.

• YouTube
• 47 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Are We Sure We Want to Let Robots Kill? - Ethical Implications of Autonomous Weapons

Explore the ethical, political, and strategic implications of autonomous weapons and AI in warfare, examining the need for regulation and the consequences of delegating lethal force to robots.

• YouTube
• 54 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Justice: Ethical Dilemmas at Home and Abroad

Interactive session exploring ethical dilemmas like torture justification and cross-cultural debates. Led by Harvard professor Michael Sandel, it challenges participants to examine complex moral issues through real-world scenarios.

• YouTube
• 47 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Values in Conflict - The Code of the West

Explore ethical dilemmas and moral challenges through the lens of Western American history, examining how conflicting values shape our decisions and society.

• YouTube
• 53 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video