conceptual framework of action

What is the Conceptual Framework of Human Action?

A framework that helps us understand how and why humans act, especially when determining if an action is moral or immoral.

What is an agent in the context of human action?

The person doing the action, who must have free will and knowledge of what they are doing.

What does intention refer to in human actions?

The purpose or goal behind an action; what the person wants to achieve.

Why do the means of an action matter?

The methods or steps used to achieve a goal are important because good intentions don't justify bad means.

What is the object of an action?

The specific action being carried out; it should be morally good or neutral.

What do circumstances refer to in assessing actions?

The situational context including who, when, where, and how an action occurs.

What are consequences in the Conceptual Framework of Human Action?

The effects of an action, particularly what happens after the action is carried out.

How do you evaluate if an action is moral?

By analyzing the agent, intention, means, object, circumstances, and consequences.

Can the same action have different moral evaluations based on circumstances?

Yes, the seriousness of an action may change based on its circumstances.

Give an example of a morally good action according to the framework.

Helping a classmate study to be kind by tutoring them properly, during your free time, resulting in them passing the test.