5 Questions
According to Kohlberg's theory, at which level of moral development is morality externally controlled?
Preconventional level
In Kohlberg's theory, which stage at the preconventional level involves the idea that what is right is what one can get away with or what is personally satisfying?
Instrumental purpose orientation
According to Kohlberg, at which stage of the preconventional level does behavior focus on receiving rewards or satisfying personal needs?
Instrumental purpose orientation
How many stages are there at Level 1 of moral development according to Kohlberg's theory?
Two stages
In Kohlberg's theory, at which level does morality involve conformity to rules to gain approval and maintain social order?
Conventional level
Study Notes
Kohlberg's Theory of Moral Development
- At the preconventional level, morality is externally controlled.
- At Stage 1 of the preconventional level, what is right is what one can get away with or what is personally satisfying.
- At Stage 2 of the preconventional level, behavior focuses on receiving rewards or satisfying personal needs.
- There are two stages at Level 1 of moral development.
- At the conventional level, morality involves conformity to rules to gain approval and maintain social order.
Test your knowledge of Kohlberg's stages of moral development theory with this quiz. Explore the six stages and three levels of moral development as you answer questions about external control, authority figures, and rule conformity.
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