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Morality and nationalism
This book takes a unique approach to explore the moral foundations of nationalism. Drawing on nationalist writings and examining almost 200 years of nationalism in Ireland and Quebec, the author develops a theory of nationalism based on its role in representation. The study of nationalism has tended towards the construction of dichotomies – arguing, for example, that there are political and c…
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- 9780415378994
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- 224 hlm
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- 320.5401
Assessment for experiential learning
Chan’s book explores the challenges in assessing experiential learning, deepens our understanding, and inspires readers to think critically about the purpose of assessment in experiential learning. Experiential learning has been studied and proven to be effective for student learning, particularly for the development of holistic competencies (i.e. 21st century skills, soft skills, transferabl…
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- 9781003018391
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- xxvi +353 p
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- 370.1523 CHA a
Kantianism for animals : a radical Kantian animal ethic
This open access book revises Kant’s ethical thought in one of its most notorious respects: its exclusion of animals from moral consideration. The book gives readers in animal ethics an accessible introduction to Kant’s views on our duties to others, and his view that we have only ‘indirect’ duties regarding animals. It then investigates how one would have to depart from Kant in order t…
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- 9783031019302
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- XXI, 245 P
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- 170.92 NIC k
Beyond data : human rights, ethical and social impact assessment in AI
This open access book focuses on the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on individuals and society from a legal perspective, providing a comprehensive risk-based methodological framework to address it. Building on the limitations of data protection in dealing with the challenges of AI, the author proposes an integrated approach to risk assessment that focuses on human rights and encompasses…
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- Ed. 1
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- 9789462655317
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- 8 p. : XXIII, 200
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- Information Technology and Law Series
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- 343.0999 MAN b
Academic integrity in Canada : an enduring and essential challenge
This open access book presents original contributions and thought leadership on academic integrity from a variety of Canadian scholars. It showcases how our understanding and support for academic integrity have progressed, while pointing out areas urgently requiring more attention. Firmly grounded in the scholarly literature globally, it engages with the experience of local practicioners. It…
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- 9783030832551
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- xxv, 599p. : ill.
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- 378 ACA a
Development With Dignity : Self-determination, Localization, and the End to P…
At a time when the global development industry is under more pressure than ever before, this book argues that an end to poverty can only be achieved by prioritizing human dignity. Unable to adequately account for the roles of culture, context, and local institutions, today’s outsider-led development interventions continue to leave a trail of unintended consequences, ranging from wasteful to e…
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- 9781003229872
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- xvii, 203p ; ill.
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- Rethinking Development
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- 338.90091724 PAL d
Animal (de)liberation : should the consumption of animal products be banned?
In this book, Jan Deckers addresses the most crucial question that people must deliberate in relation to how we should treat other animals: whether we should eat animal products. Many people object to the consumption of animal products from the conviction that it inflicts pain, suffering, and death upon animals. This book argues that a convincing ethical theory cannot be based on these importan…
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- 9781909188853
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- viii ; 234p. : ill.
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- 179.3 JAN a
Ethical issues in covert, security and surveillance research
The EU-funded PRO-RES Project aimed to produce a guidance framework that helps to deliver Responsible Research and Innovation (RRI). PRO-RES is a Horizon 2020 project coordinated by the European Science Foundation (ESF), involving 14 different partners across Europe. As one of a series of open access products of the Project, Ethical Issues in Covert, Security and Surveillance Research will be p…
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- 9781802624113
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- xxi, 218p : ill.
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- 363.232 ETH e
Algorithms and Autonomy : The Ethics of Automated Decision Systems
Algorithms influence every facet of modern life: criminal justice, education, housing, entertainment, elections, social media, news feeds, work… the list goes on. Delegating important decisions to machines, however, gives rise to deep moral concerns about responsibility, transparency, freedom, fairness, and democracy. Algorithms and Autonomy connects these concerns to the core human value of …
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- 9781108895057
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- viii, 218 p ; ill
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- 174.90063 ALG A
Dangerous science : science policy and risk analysis for scientists and engin…
The public is generally enthusiastic about the latest science and technology, but sometimes research threatens the physical safety or ethical norms of society. When this happens, scientists and engineers can find themselves unprepared in the midst of an intense science policy debate. In the absence of convincing evidence, technological optimists and skeptics struggle to build consensus. In thes…
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- 9781911529880
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- ix. ;162 p.
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- -
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- 501.51. DAN d
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