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Ethics of Surrogacy: Examining Moral Acceptability
Surrogacy has become an increasingly popular option for people who are unable to conceive children on their own. While it provides a solution for those who have difficulty conceiving, surrogacy has also been the subject of intense ethical debate. This course aims to explore the moral acceptability of surrogacy by examining the various ethical issues surrounding the practice.
Course Objectives
- Understand the concept of surrogacy and the different types of surrogacy
- Explore the legal and ethical considerations of surrogacy
- Examine the perspectives of the surrogate mother, intended parents, and child born through surrogacy
- Analyze the moral implications of surrogacy for all parties involved
- Discuss the social, cultural, and economic factors that influence surrogacy
- Consider the future of surrogacy and its potential ethical implications
Course Outline
Week 1: Introduction to Surrogacy
- Defining surrogacy
- Types of surrogacy
- History of surrogacy
Week 2: Legal and Ethical Considerations
- Legal issues related to surrogacy
- Ethical concerns and debates
- Comparing surrogacy to adoption
Week 3: Perspectives of the Surrogate Mother
- Examining the motivations of surrogate mothers
- The experience of carrying a child for another family
- Effects of surrogacy on surrogate mothers
Week 4: Perspectives of the Intended Parents
- Exploring the reasons for choosing surrogacy
- Challenges faced by intended parents
- Emotional and psychological aspects of surrogacy for intended parents
Week 5: Perspectives of the Child Born Through Surrogacy
- The rights of children born through surrogacy
- Identity and family relationships
- Developmental implications of surrogacy
Week 6: Social, Cultural, and Economic Factors
- Social and cultural attitudes towards surrogacy
- Economic factors driving surrogacy
- Global perspectives on surrogacy
Week 7: The Future of Surrogacy
- Advancements in technology and their impact on surrogacy
- Regulating surrogacy to protect all parties involved
- Future ethical considerations and implications of surrogacy
Conclusion
At the end of this course, students will have a deeper understanding of the ethical considerations involved in surrogacy. By examining the perspectives of all parties involved, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the complex moral landscape surrounding surrogacy. This course will provide students with the tools
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For detailed information about our Ethics of Surrogacy: Examining Moral Acceptability course, including what you’ll learn and course objectives, please visit the "About This Course" section on this page.
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This course is accredited by Govur University, and we also offer accreditation to organizations and businesses through Govur Accreditation. For more information, visit our Accreditation Page.
Dr. Sara Black PhD is the official representative for the Ethics of Surrogacy: Examining Moral Acceptability course and is responsible for reviewing and scoring exam submissions. If you'd like guidance from a live instructor, you can select that option during enrollment.
The course doesn't have a fixed duration. It has 16 questions, and each question takes about 5 to 30 minutes to answer. You’ll receive your certificate once you’ve successfully answered most of the questions. Learn more here.
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