Bioethics in Islam: dilemmas, perspectives, questions

Abstract:

The module provides an overview of the Muslims’ moral dilemmas related to bioethics. Controversial topics such as abortion, family planning, in vitro and cryopreservation, surrogacy, euthanasia and suicide, transplantation, genetic engineering/research and animal testing are are explained and presented from a religious perspective which is one of main factors influencing decisions made by members of the Muslim communities.

The aim of this e-module: to enable teachers/instructors to discuss in a student-centred way sensitive topics in a classroom and ensuring mutual respect between the participants while analysing the theories described and conducting the exercises provided

Objectives: introduction and discussion of crucial ethical dilemmas related to biomedical science and religion

Target group: Undergraduate students of cultural studies and social sciences

Keywords: Islam, Muslim, bioethics, teaching sensitive and controversial topics