Ethical relativism can best be described as a:
an ethical reasoning method that holds one should always consider the effect of one's actions on others.
an ethical reasoning method that holds one should always act out of self-interest.
point of view that morality is relative to the norms of one's culture.
concept that holds that integrity should be maintained in the face of pressure by others.

On the doctoral journey, you will need to adjust your thinking and perspective. it is inevitable that your world view will be challenged. how you respond to those instances of challenging remains in your control. this may sound daunting and even seem to be unacceptable, but it is the inexorable result of engaging in "deep thinking" while becoming an academic. remember, you are not just becoming a researcher, but you are also becoming a learned person (an academic) who will be charged with the responsibility of acting as a gatekeeper of knowledge and knowledge development. what distinguishes an infant academic from a mature academic? explain. how does the above biblical challenge to move toward mature thinking parallel the increased responsibility for knowledge and knowledge development that comes with the earning of a doctoral degree? explain.