Kohlberg's Theory of Moral Development
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What are the stages of Kohlberg's Theory of Moral Development?

There are 6 stages: Obedience/Punishment, Self-Interest, Conformity and Interpersonal Accord, Authority and Social Order, Social Contract, and Universal Principles.

What happens at the Pre-Conventional Level of Kohlberg's Theory of Moral Development?

Children are only interested in securing their own benefit.

What happens at the Conventional Level of Kohlberg's Theory of Moral Development?

Children learn about rules and authority and must obey them.

What happens at the Post-Conventional Level of Kohlberg's Theory of Moral Development?

<p>Children understand the difference between moral right and wrong and legal right and wrong.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first stage of Kohlberg's Theory of Moral Development?

<p>Obedience/Punishment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the second stage of Kohlberg's Theory of Moral Development?

<p>Self-Interest.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the third stage of Kohlberg's Theory of Moral Development?

<p>Conformity and Interpersonal Accord.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the fourth stage of Kohlberg's Theory of Moral Development?

<p>Authority and Social Order.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the fifth stage of Kohlberg's Theory of Moral Development?

<p>Social Contract.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the sixth stage of Kohlberg's Theory of Moral Development?

<p>Universal Principles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Kohlberg's Theory of Moral Development

  • Consists of 6 stages divided into three levels: Pre-conventional, Conventional, and Post-Conventional.

Pre-conventional Level

  • Early childhood stage focused on self-benefit as the core of morality.
  • Stage 1: Obedience/Punishment, where right and wrong is determined by the avoiding punishment.
  • Stage 2: Self-Interest, where individuals focus on securing rewards and maximizing personal benefit.

Conventional Level

  • Characterized by understanding and adhering to social conventions and authority.
  • Stage 3: Conformity and Interpersonal Accord, where individuals seek approval from others and prioritize friendships.
  • Stage 4: Authority and Social Order, where fixed rules are upheld to maintain societal structure and moral obligations extend to the community.

Post-Conventional Level

  • Recognizes a distinction between moral principles and legal rules, allowing for the possibility of moral reasoning independent from authority.
  • Stage 5: Social Contract, where individuals understand that legal and moral right can differ, emphasizing collective well-being.
  • Stage 6: Universal Principles, where moral judgement is based on ethical principles that transcend mutual interests, promoting universal human rights.

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Explore Kohlberg's six stages of moral development divided into three levels: Pre-conventional, Conventional, and Post-Conventional. This quiz delves into the characteristics of each stage, helping you understand the moral reasoning behind human behavior. Test your knowledge on how individuals progress through these stages and the implications for morality.

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