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774 Morally Contested Markets

This seminar explores exchanges and transactions that are morally contested and considers whether the markets supporting morally contested transactions should be allowed to function like “regular” markets. Thus, we will consider not only whether the markets for egg donation, abortion services, infant formula, and organs, among others, should exist, but also consider whether the state should seek to ensure that those markets are functioning competitively, to the benefit of consumers and workers. Students will discuss cases and reading selections from law, economics, philosophy, psychology, and sociology.

Course Areas of Practice
Evaluation Methods
  • Reflective Writing
  • Class participation
Degree Requirements
JD elective
IntlLLM writing
PIPS elective
Course Type
  • Seminar
Learning Outcomes
  • Other professional skills needed for competent and ethical participation as a member of the legal profession

Sample Syllabi

Spring 2025

2025
Course Number Course Credits Evaluation Method Instructor

774.01 2
  • Reflective Writing
  • Class participation
 Bailey Sanders

This seminar explores exchanges and transactions that are morally contested and considers whether the markets supporting morally contested transactions should be allowed to function like “regular” markets. Thus, we will consider not only whether the markets for egg donation, abortion services, infant formula, and organs, among others, should exist, but also consider whether the state should seek to ensure that those markets are functioning competitively, to the benefit of consumers and workers. Students will discuss cases and reading selections from law, economics, philosophy, psychology, and sociology.

Syllabus: 774-01-Spring2025-syllabus.docx24.49 KB

Degree Requirements
Pre/Co-requisites
None

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