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Dr. Mark Piper is a Professor of Philosophy at James Madison University, with offices in Cleveland Hall 318. He holds a B.A. and Ph.D. from St. Louis University and an M.A. from the University of York, England. His research focuses on normative ethics, particularly debates surrounding personal autonomy and well-being, alongside contributions to metaethics and applied ethics. He also engages in philosophy of education, emphasizing critical thinking pedagogy and ethical reasoning instruction.
Teaching responsibilities include courses on critical thinking (PHIL 120), virtue and character (PHIL 200), moral theory (PHIL 330), and advanced moral philosophy (PHIL 440). His recent scholarship explores themes like autonomy justification, leadership ethics, and free speech challenges in academia, with publications in journals like Journal of Character Education and Academe. Piper's work bridges theoretical ethics with practical educational applications, including innovative narrative-based ethical reasoning methodologies.
His research trajectory shows a sustained focus on autonomy's normative role, well-being conceptualization, and the intersection of ethics with institutional governance. Though no specific awards are listed, his contributions to character education and academic freedom discourse reflect significant scholarly engagement. Advising and grant details are not explicitly documented in the provided materials.
