Is moral progress possible? Can we tell when it occurs? Are we blameworthy when we oppose it or fail actively to support it? Does the concept of moral progress itself rest on a mistake? 
        These are the questions that structure this upper-level philosophy seminar. Over the course of the semester, we will examine leading theories of moral progress and analyze the principles invoked by historical and contemporary campaigners for moral progress. Specific topics covered on the syllabus include moral ignorance, weakness of will, moral enhancement, and moral expertise. A special focus of the course will rest on the role of honor and shame in promoting, or impeding, moral progress.