Euthanasia & Physician Assisted Suicide (PAS)

Euthanasia & Physician Assisted Suicide (PAS)


After studying the course materials located on Module 8: Lecture Materials & Resources page, answer the following:

  1. Euthanasia
    • Medical / Generic definition
    • Bioethical definition.
  2. Describe pain and suffering within context of faith
  3. Physician Assisted Suicide / Death ( PAS / PAD)
    • Definition
    • Is it ethical?
    • Should we have the right to end our lives? Why yes or why not?
  4. Better alternatives to PAS; compare and contrast each:
    • Hospice
    • Palliative care / Terminal sedation
  5. Case studies. Brief summary of:
    • Hemlock Society
    • Jacob Kevorkian
    • Britanny Maynard
  6. Read and summarize ERD paragraphs #: 59, 60, 61.https://www.usccb.org/about/doctrine/ethical-and-r…

Submission Instructions:

  • The paper is to be clear and concise and students will lose points for improper grammar, punctuation, and misspelling.
  • If references are used, please cite properly according to the current APA style. Refer to your syllabus for further detail or contact your instructor.
  • Complete and submit the assignment by 11:59 PM ET Wednesday.
  • Late work policies, expectations regarding proper citations, acceptable means of responding to peer feedback, and other expectations are at the discretion of the instructor.
  • You can expect feedback and grading from the instructor before the next assignment is due.

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Essay/Paper Rubric
Essay/Paper Rubric
Criteria Ratings Pts

Identification of Main Issues/Problems

30 pts

Distinguished

Identify and demonstrate a sophisticated understanding of the issues/problems.

27 pts

Excellent

Identifies and demonstrate an accomplished understanding of most of issues/problems.

26 pts

Fair

Identifies and demonstrates a fair understanding of most of the issues/problems.

24 pts

Acceptable

Identifies and demonstrates an acceptable understanding of most of the issues/problems.

21 pts

Unacceptable

Identifies and demonstrate an unacceptable understanding of most of issues/problems.

/ 30 pts

Analysis and Evaluation of Issues/Probelms

25 pts

Distinguished

Presents an insightful, thorough analysis and evaluation of issues/problems.

23 pts

Excellent

Presents a thorough analysis and evaluation of most of the issues/problems.

21 pts

Fair

Presents a superficial analysis and evaluation of issues/problems.

19 pts

Acceptable

Presents an acceptable analysis and evaluation of issues/problems.

17 pts

Unacceptable

Presents unacceptable analysis and evaluation of issues/problems.

/ 25 pts

Demonstrates a Conceptual Understanding

25 pts

Distinguished

Provides a thorough, competent and interpretive responses to all issues/problems, and shows a high level of conceptual understanding.

23 pts

Excellent

Provides a competent and interpretive responses to all issues/problems, and shows a moderate level of conceptual understanding.

20 pts

Fair

Provides competent responses to all issues/problems, but lacks interpretation and a moderate level of conceptual understanding.

18 pts

Acceptable

Provides acceptable responses to all issues/problems, lacks interpretation and a moderate level of conceptual understanding.

17 pts

Unacceptable

Provides an unacceptable response to all issues/problems, and lacks interpretation and a moderate level of conceptual understanding.

/ 25 pts

Use of Citations to Course Readings and Additional Research/Literature

10 pts

Distinguished

Effectively uses the literature and other resources to inform their work. Exceptional use of citations and extended referencing.

8 pts

Excellent

Effectively uses the literature and other resources to inform their work. Moderate use of citations and extended referencing.

6 pts

Fair

Superficially uses the literature and other resources to inform their work. Moderate use of citations and extended referencing.

4 pts

Acceptable

Acceptable uses of the literature and other resources to inform their work. Lack of use of citations and extended referencing.

2 pts

Unacceptable

Unacceptable uses of the literature and other resources to inform their work. Unacceptable use of citations and extended referencing.

/ 10 pts

Writing Mechanics and APA Formatting Guidelines

10 pts

Full Marks

Demonstrate a high level of clarity, precision, and attention to detail. APA style is correct and writing is free of grammar and spelling errors.

8 pts

Excellent

Demonstrate a high level of clarity. APA style and writing mechanics need more precision and attention to detail.

6 pts

Fair

Demonstrate a moderate level of clarity. APA style and writing mechanics need more precision and attention to detail.

4 pts

Acceptable

Demonstrate an acceptable level of clarity. APA style and writing mechanics need more precision and attention to detail.

2 pts

Unacceptable

Demonstrates an unacceptable level of writing and communicating clearly. APA style and writing mechanics need serious attention.

/ 10 pts

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