Ethics, Emotion, Education, and Empowerment

This book tackles a critical gap in how universities approach philosophical ethics, arguing that current teaching methods fail to equip students to act ethically in the real world. The author makes a compelling case that the dominant focus on abstract theory and rational deliberation is insufficient because it systematically ignores or represses the role of emotions. By demonstrating that the ability to reason through a dilemma does not inherently lead to ethical motivation, the work challenges the very foundations of traditional ethics education. This is a direct critique of an educational system that prioritizes intellectual understanding over the cultivation of moral character and action.

What sets this work apart is its focus on empowerment as the necessary outcome of a reformed ethical pedagogy. The author doesn't just diagnose the problem but advocates for an integrated approach where emotion is recognized as a crucial component of moral development and motivation. This book will resonate most with educators, students of pedagogy, and anyone frustrated by the disconnect between knowing what is right and being moved to do it. It’s a powerful call to redesign ethics education to be more holistic, emotionally intelligent, and ultimately, effective in fostering genuine ethical agents.