moral and ethical aspects

Presents over ninety short inspirational stories by teachers, counselors, administrators, educational consultants, and former students that provide insight into the joys and challenges of teaching.

Contains eighteen essays in which the authors debate the ethics and effectiveness of animal experimentation.

A collection of articles discuss hate groups and argue whether or not hate crimes are a serious problems, if certain groups promote hate and violence, and if militia movements pose a serious threat to society.

Presents opposing viewpoints on various issues related to death and dying, including determination of death, treatment of the terminally ill, and coping with grief.

Investigates the destructive side of women's elite competition in gymnastics and figure-skating, exposing such problems as eating disorders, stunted growth, and debilitating injuries. Concludes that abusive coaches and intense pressure from parents are often to blame.

A survey of the ethical problems that plague modern-day American and international sports, including drug abuse and racism.

A discussion of the debate concerning the right-to-die issue, including past and present views on euthanasia, the controversial subject of assisted suicide, and the legal ramifications.

Presents conflicting viewpoints regarding euthanasia, death with dignity, saving defective infants, and organ transplants.

Biologist Marc Bekoff draws from studies on the pain and emotions of animals to discuss humans' use of animals and interference in wild animals' lives, covering such topics as zoos, product testing, and dissection and vivisection, and presents ethical questions to consider at the end of each chapter.

Debates topics such as banning the use of animals in scientific testing, the wearing of fur, and even whether or not the modern animal rights movement is good for America.