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According to Kohlberg's theory, which level of moral development is solely concerned with the self in an egocentric manner?
According to Kohlberg's theory, which level of moral development is solely concerned with the self in an egocentric manner?
- Transitional level
- Conventional level
- Post-conventional level
- Pre-conventional level (correct)
In which stage of the pre-conventional level do individuals focus on the direct consequences of their actions on themselves?
In which stage of the pre-conventional level do individuals focus on the direct consequences of their actions on themselves?
- Stage four
- Stage two
- Stage three
- Stage one (correct)
According to Kohlberg's theory, what do individuals at the pre-conventional level use to judge the morality of an action?
According to Kohlberg's theory, what do individuals at the pre-conventional level use to judge the morality of an action?
- Internal consequences
- Religious beliefs
- Society's conventions
- External consequences (correct)
What do individuals in later stages of moral development think of the understanding gained in earlier stages?
What do individuals in later stages of moral development think of the understanding gained in earlier stages?
At what age is the pre-conventional level of moral reasoning especially common?
At what age is the pre-conventional level of moral reasoning especially common?
What is the term used to describe the people that children observe and imitate?
What is the term used to describe the people that children observe and imitate?
What are some examples of influential models for children mentioned in the text?
What are some examples of influential models for children mentioned in the text?
What is the term used to describe the process of children observing and encoding behavior of models, and later imitating it?
What is the term used to describe the process of children observing and encoding behavior of models, and later imitating it?
What is the term used to describe the process by which children are more likely to pay attention to and imitate those people they perceive as similar to themselves?
What is the term used to describe the process by which children are more likely to pay attention to and imitate those people they perceive as similar to themselves?
What is the term used to describe the process by which children's behavior is reinforced or punished by the people around them, leading to a change in behavior?
What is the term used to describe the process by which children's behavior is reinforced or punished by the people around them, leading to a change in behavior?
According to Kohlberg's theory of moral development, which level of moral reasoning is typical of adolescents and adults?
According to Kohlberg's theory of moral development, which level of moral reasoning is typical of adolescents and adults?
At what stage of moral development does an individual obey rules and follow society's norms even when there are no consequences for obedience or disobedience?
At what stage of moral development does an individual obey rules and follow society's norms even when there are no consequences for obedience or disobedience?
What is the defining characteristic of stage two (self-interest driven) in Kohlberg's theory of moral development?
What is the defining characteristic of stage two (self-interest driven) in Kohlberg's theory of moral development?
Which level of moral reasoning lacks recognition that others' points of view are different from one's own and is characterized by deference to superior power or prestige?
Which level of moral reasoning lacks recognition that others' points of view are different from one's own and is characterized by deference to superior power or prestige?
What is the defining characteristic of stage three (good intentions as determined by social consensus) in Kohlberg's theory of moral development?
What is the defining characteristic of stage three (good intentions as determined by social consensus) in Kohlberg's theory of moral development?
According to Kohlberg's stages of moral development, at which stage is moral reasoning based on abstract reasoning using universal ethical principles?
According to Kohlberg's stages of moral development, at which stage is moral reasoning based on abstract reasoning using universal ethical principles?
According to the social learning approach, which of the following is NOT a major type of model that children learn from?
According to the social learning approach, which of the following is NOT a major type of model that children learn from?
What is the process through which behaviour is learned from the environment, according to Albert Bandura's social learning theory?
What is the process through which behaviour is learned from the environment, according to Albert Bandura's social learning theory?
In the social learning approach, what is the relationship between aggressive behaviour in adolescents and their parents?
In the social learning approach, what is the relationship between aggressive behaviour in adolescents and their parents?
What is the basis of decision-making in Stage six of Kohlberg's stages of moral development?
What is the basis of decision-making in Stage six of Kohlberg's stages of moral development?
According to social learning theory, what is identification?
According to social learning theory, what is identification?
How is identification different from imitation?
How is identification different from imitation?
What is the relationship between the Freudian term related to the Oedipus complex and identification in social learning theory?
What is the relationship between the Freudian term related to the Oedipus complex and identification in social learning theory?
What is the limitation of the Oedipus complex in terms of identification?
What is the limitation of the Oedipus complex in terms of identification?
What is the main difference between identification and imitation?
What is the main difference between identification and imitation?
Which stage of moral reasoning is characterized by a growing realization that individuals are separate entities from society, and that the individual’s own perspective may take precedence over society’s view?
Which stage of moral reasoning is characterized by a growing realization that individuals are separate entities from society, and that the individual’s own perspective may take precedence over society’s view?
In which stage of moral reasoning are moral judgments based on the intentions of actors, and one may feel more forgiving if one thinks, 'they mean well'?
In which stage of moral reasoning are moral judgments based on the intentions of actors, and one may feel more forgiving if one thinks, 'they mean well'?
What is the defining characteristic of stage four (authority and social order obedience driven) in Kohlberg's theory of moral development?
What is the defining characteristic of stage four (authority and social order obedience driven) in Kohlberg's theory of moral development?
What is the term used to describe the level of moral reasoning that elevates an individual's own moral evaluation of a situation over social conventions?
What is the term used to describe the level of moral reasoning that elevates an individual's own moral evaluation of a situation over social conventions?
At what level of moral reasoning are laws regarded as social contracts rather than rigid edicts?
At what level of moral reasoning are laws regarded as social contracts rather than rigid edicts?
Flashcards
Pre-conventional Level
Pre-conventional Level
Focuses on self-interest in an egocentric manner, common in children.
Pre-conventional Stage One
Pre-conventional Stage One
Concentrating on the direct consequences of actions on oneself, avoiding punishment and seeking rewards.
Influential Models
Influential Models
Parents, teachers, and peers who demonstrate behaviors that children emulate.
Modeling
Modeling
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Identification
Identification
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Social Reinforcement
Social Reinforcement
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Stage Three Moral Reasoning
Stage Three Moral Reasoning
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Stage Two Moral Reasoning
Stage Two Moral Reasoning
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Pre-Conventional Level
Pre-Conventional Level
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Stage Four Moral Reasoning
Stage Four Moral Reasoning
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Stage Five Moral Reasoning
Stage Five Moral Reasoning
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Stage Six Moral Reasoning
Stage Six Moral Reasoning
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Social Learning Theory
Social Learning Theory
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Identification
Identification
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Study Notes
Kohlberg's Theory of Moral Development
- The pre-conventional level focuses solely on self-interest in an egocentric manner.
- Stage one of the pre-conventional level involves individuals concentrating on the direct consequences of their actions on themselves.
- Individuals at the pre-conventional level judge morality based on the outcomes of actions, especially avoiding punishment and seeking reward.
- In later stages of moral development, individuals recognize that understandings from earlier stages contribute to more complex moral reasoning.
- Pre-conventional moral reasoning is particularly common in children around ages 2 to 10.
- Influential figures that children observe and imitate are termed "models."
- Examples of influential models include parents, teachers, and peers who demonstrate behaviors that children may emulate.
- The process of observing and encoding behavior of models, followed by imitation, is known as "modeling."
- Children are more inclined to pay attention to and imitate individuals they perceive as similar to themselves, referred to as "identification."
- The process by which children's behavior is reinforced or punished is known as "social reinforcement," influencing behavior change.
Stages of Moral Reasoning
- Adolescents and adults typically operate at the conventional level of moral reasoning.
- At stage three (good intentions as determined by social consensus), individuals obey societal norms even without direct consequences for compliance.
- Stage two is characterized by self-interest, where moral reasoning is driven by one's own needs and wants.
- The pre-conventional level reflects a lack of awareness of others’ viewpoints, focusing on authority and power.
- Stage four emphasizes authority and adherence to social order, where rules are followed for consistency and security.
- Stage five moral reasoning begins to view laws as social contracts, incorporating flexibility and mutual benefit.
- Stage six involves moral reasoning based on universal ethical principles, promoting a higher moral standard beyond societal norms.
Social Learning Theory
- According to Albert Bandura's social learning theory, behavior is learned from the environment through observation and imitation.
- Aggressive behavior in adolescents often mirrors patterns seen in their parents, indicating a learned behavioral relationship.
- Identification differs from imitation, where individuals adopt characteristics of models but retain a personal sense of self, notably during the Oedipus complex.
- The Oedipus complex has limitations on identification as it may not fully encompass the complexities of social learning dynamics.
- Identification entails deeper cognitive and emotional connections to models compared to simple imitation, which involves basic copying of observed behaviors.
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