Course title
117601101
Bioethics

 HONDA Mari

MINAYOSHI Jumpei
Course description
This course introduces the foundations of Bioethics to the students taking this course.
In recent years, with the breakthrough of the technology, we have learned to control the human body to some extent. But is it good ethically for human being to use some technologies, because they are technically possible? We will have to reflect on ourselves and to re-examine our framework of values reasonably. For that purpose, we have to be keenly aware of our own biased point of view and begin by trying to recognize the diversity of values in the world.

* The classes will be conducted face-to-face in principle.
Purpose of class
This course deals with the basic concepts and principles of bioethics. It also enhances the development of students’ skill in making ethical decision about bio-medical issues.
Goals and objectives
  1. Obtain and explain basic knowledge about bioethical issues and their controversial problems accurately.
  2. Learn to think and exchange opinions, making use of the problems about bioethics.
  3. (1) Understand and explain basic theories and concepts of Bioethics (and Ethics and Moral Philosophy).
    (2) Analyze and express plainly bioethical issues from several point of view.
    (3) Judge and act taking into consideration the situation, relying on ethical principles.
Relationship between 'Goals and Objectives' and 'Course Outcomes'

 Small examination etc. Total.
1. 40% 40%
2. 30% 30%
3. 30% 30%
Total. 100% -
Evaluation method and criteria
Your final grade will be calculated according to the following process:
Small examination etc. during class. The total of points of all examinations will be 100 points.
Passing grade is more than 60 points. Students can score 60 points or more if they can state in a clear manner their opinions, in small examinations etc., about topics discussed in class and key topics in the Reference Book.
Attendance more than two-thirds is compulsory.
Language
Japanese
Class schedule

 Class schedule HW assignments (Including preparation and review of the class.) Amount of Time Required
1. Introduction

Why is Bioethics necessary? 		Confirm the syllabus and the precautions. 40minutes
Read the Reference Book chap. 1. 150minutes
2. Medical Ethics:
Informed Consent 		Read the Reference Book chap. 2 and chap. 3. 190minutes
3. Bioethical issues (1):
Abortion (, Sterilization) 		Read the Reference Book chap. 8. 190minutes
4. Bioethical issues (2):
Prenatal Test/Diagnosis 		Read the Reference Book chap. 7. 190minutes
5. Bioethical issues (3)-1:
Assisted Reproductive Technologies
(Artificial Insemination,
In-Vitro Fertilization, Micro-Insemination) 		Read the Reference Book chap. 5. 190minutes
6. Bioethical issues (3)-2:
Assisted Reproductive Technologies for single women or lesbian couples
Ethical issues about buying and selling of gamete (sperm or eggs)

Bioethical issues (4):
Preimplantation Diagnosis 		Read the Reference Book chap. 5. 90minutes
Read the Reference Book chap. 7. 100minutes
7. Bioethical issues (5):
Surrogate Birth (, Uterus Transplant) 		Read the Reference Book chap. 6. 190minutes
8. Bioethical issues (6)-1:
Regenerative Medicine 		Read the Reference Book chap. 9 and chap. 10. 190minutes
9. Bioethical issues (6)-2:
Regenerative Medicine

Bioethical issues (7)-1:
Problems Concerning Gene 		Read the Reference Book chap. 10. 90minutes
Read the Reference Book chap. 12. 100minutes
10. Bioethical issues (7)-2:
Problems Concerning Gene 		Read the Reference Book chap. 12.
Material on Genome Editing Technology 		190minutes
11. Bioethical issues (8)-1:
Brain Death and Organ Transplant 		Read the Reference Book chap. 4. 190minutes
12. Bioethical issues (8)-2:
Brain Death and Organ Transplant

Bioethical issues (9)-1:
Terminal Care and Euthanasia /
“Death with Dignity” 		Read the Reference Book chap. 4. 90minutes
Read the Reference Book chap. 11. 100minutes
13. Bioethical issues (9)-2:
Terminal Care and Euthanasia /
“Death with Dignity” 		Read the Reference Book chap. 11. 190minutes
14. Bioethical issues (10):
Eugenic Thought 		Read the Reference Book chap. 12. 190minutes
Total. - - 2660minutes
Feedback on exams, assignments, etc.
ways of feedback specific contents about "Other"
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Textbooks and reference materials
Reference Book:
小出泰士『決定版　良識から見た生命倫理』（DTP出版、2021年）
Prerequisites
・Read the syllabus and attend the first class.
・Prepare a notebook computer which can be connected to Internet. We are going to distribute some materials or give examinations etc., on ScombZ.
Office hours and How to contact professors for questions
  • MINAYOSHI
    We will respond in the classroom after class in principle.
    Details will be given in the first class.
  • HONDA
    In spare time after class
    Office hours: <Omiya> Wednesday 15:20−16:00　Laboratory (4508-2)
    Please contact the teacher in charge in advance of your visit.
Regionally-oriented
Non-regionally-oriented course
Development of social and professional independence
  • Course that cultivates an ability for utilizing knowledge
  • Course that cultivates a basic interpersonal skills
  • Course that cultivates a basic self-management skills
  • Course that cultivates a basic problem-solving skills
Active-learning course
About half of the classes are interactive
Course by professor with work experience
Work experience Work experience and relevance to the course content if applicable
N/A N/A
Education related SDGs:the Sustainable Development Goals
  • 3.GOOD HEALTH AND WELL-BEING
  • 4.QUALITY EDUCATION
  • 5.GENDER EQUALITY
  • 9.INDUSTRY, INNOVATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE
  • 10.REDUCED INEQUALITIES
  • 11.SUSTAINABLE CITIES AND COMMUNITIES
  • 12.RESPONSIBLE CONSUMPTION & PRODUCTION
  • 16.PEACE, JUSTICE AND STRONG INSTITUTIONS
  • 17.PARTNERSHIPS FOR THE GOALS
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