IAN CHESTER P. SANGALANG
BCETM 2-N
ETHICS
7-STEP MORAL REASONING MODEL
by Scott B. Rae, Ph.D.
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a model for making ethical decisions with the use of reason and
impartiality on moral matters.
1. Gather the Facts - determining what do you already know or the facts at
hand and what you are going to do.
2. Determine the Ethical Issues - these are the ethical or moral issues needed to
be tackled or faced in a certain situation that may cause harm to an individual.
3.Identify the Principles that have a Bearing on the Case - it could refer to Biblical
Principles, Constitutional Principles, Personal Principles or principles drawn from
natural law, which guides a person in making decisions. usually, biblical
principles weigh more heavily than the others.
4. List the Alternatives - coming up with various alternative courses of action as
part of creative thinking included in resolving a moral dilemma
5. Compare the Alternatives with the Principles - involves eliminating alternatives
contradicting to the principles we believe in.
6. Weigh the Consequences - in case the principle does not produce a clear
decision, then consider possible consequences (positive & negative) in your
chosen alternatives.
7. Make a Decision - the decision made is one that possesses the least number
of negative consequence.
We can use the 7 step Reasoning in our daily live as simple as selecting your
supper menu.
What to have for supper is the decision, to be specific.
Gather information: Think about the possibilities you have for dinner, taking into
account the ingredients at hand, any dietary restrictions, and your own
preferences.
Create alternatives: Consider several possibilities for a meal, such as pizza,
pasta, salad, or grilled chicken.
Analyze the advantages and disadvantages of each alternative. Take into
account elements like flavor, nutritional value, simplicity of preparation, and
time needed.
Pick the best alternative: Based on the assessment, pick the appealing choice.
For instance, you might choose to eat a salad since it is quick, healthy, and
compatible with your eating habits.
Implement the choice: Make the selected meal. assemble the necessary items,
if necessary, adhere to a recipe, and Cook or put together the food.
Enjoy your dinner and evaluate how satisfied you are with the menu choice.
Consider whether it matched your interests and expectations. Take into account
elements like flavor, nutrient satisfaction, and general enjoyment.
In decision-making and problem-solving, the seven-step reasoning model
promotes a logical, structured, and thorough approach. Both on a personal and
professional level, it facilitates the consideration of relevant information, the
evaluation of alternatives, and the making of informed choices, which leads to
better outcomes and increased effectiveness.