This presentation described the course "Medical Ethics," taught by Stacey Wickware at Dozier-Libbey Medical High School in Antioch California.

Medical Ethics is a year-long capstone course for seniors that explores and researches issues related to the Health and Social Science fields. Students will examine moral dilemmas created or intensified by advances in medical technology and carefully examine historical, current, and emerging ethical issues related to both domestic and global health. Students will demonstrate knowledge by participating in class and small group discussions, debates, research papers, documentary film analysis, field trips, and exposure to guest lecturers. Throughout the year, all students manage and complete cross-curricular, integrated projects, some of which involve community action components. As the capstone event, seniors present their college success portfolio in which they defend their work and skills learned throughout their four-year journey. Akin to a dissertation defense or professional presentation, students stand before a panel of their peers, adult educators, and mentors to demonstrate the depth of what they know and can do, while reflecting on their growth during the learning process.