This course offers a theoretical foundation for university athletics alongside a philosophical examination of sports. Topics covered will include: What is sport? How does the concept of sport relate to those of games, or play? What is fairness in sport? What are the ethics of competition or aggression in sport? What are the ethics of performance-enhancing technology in sport? What are the ethics of risk in sport? Readings will be drawn from classic and contemporary discussions.
This course offers a theoretical foundation for university athletics alongside a philosophical examination of sports. Topics covered will include: What is sport? How does the concept of sport relate to those of games, or play? What is fairness in sport? What are the ethics of competition or aggression in sport? What are the ethics of performance-enhancing technology in sport? What are the ethics of risk in sport? Readings will be drawn from classic and contemporary discussions.
