Introducing Ethical Theories

I have already uploaded talks on Utilitarianism and Virtue Theory. Material on Kantian Ethics, Natural Law and Situation Ethics will follow in due course.If you have trouble loading the talks please refresh the page or listen directly at Audioboo.

I hope the talks will also be interesting to others who want a general introduction to Ethical Theory. For more detailed videos and talks aimed at undergraduates see Michael Sandel's excellent course Justice: What's the Right Thing to Do?

Guided Mindfulness Meditation for College Students

With students facing difficult times – the ending of Education Maintenance Allowance, an increase in University Fees and an uncertain job market – it is more important than ever to help them find balance within the ups and downs of life. Students at Bilborough College, Nottingham will have the chance to learn Mindfulness, a method recognised by the NHS, to help feel ok within an uncertain world.

Mindfulness can be used to promote general well-being and is also used within the NHS as a treatment for stress and depression. The Mental Health Foundation recently supported it with their bemindful campaign.

Bilborough College students are learning about Mindfulness Meditation as part of their tutorial programme. Here is a video which introduces the practice. There is also a guided meditaiton available as both a video and an audio file

An introduction to Mindfulness
                  

A Guided Meditation

Download this meditation as an MP3