Stages of Moral Development by Lawrence Kohlberg
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Which philosopher proposed the Theory of Forms, distinguishing between the World of Matter and the World of Ideas?

  • Rene Descartes
  • John Piaget
  • Aristotle
  • Plato (correct)
  • According to Aristotle, how can forms be achieved?

  • By denying rational activity
  • Through doubting existence
  • By rejecting sensory perception
  • By conforming to virtue (correct)
  • Which philosopher is associated with the concept 'I doubt therefore I exist'?

  • John Piaget
  • Rene Descartes (correct)
  • Lawrence Kohlberg
  • Plato
  • In Aristotle's view, what is considered the supreme end of action?

    <p>Happiness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which philosopher emphasized that human beings are thinking beings, capable of various mental activities?

    <p>Rene Descartes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant concept did Plato focus on in his philosophical teachings?

    <p>Theory of Forms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus of Lawrence Kohlberg's Moral Development theory?

    <p>Moral reasoning in children</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the Pre-conventional Level of moral development, what guides behavior according to Kohlberg?

    <p>Consequences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which stage in the Preconventional Level is based on avoiding punishment?

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

    What concept characterizes individuals at the Instrumental Purpose Orientation stage in the Preconventional Level?

    <p>Focusing on personal needs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Kohlberg's Moral Development theory, at which level is morality seen as externally controlled?

    <p>Pre-conventional Level</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who developed the theory of Moral Judgment that Lawrence Kohlberg based his Moral Development theory on?

    <p>John Piaget</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Individuals at the Post-Conventional Stages view laws and rules as:

    <p>Flexible tools for improving human purposes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the appropriate action at the Post-Conventional Stages of moral development?

    <p>Determined by self-chosen ethical principles of conscience</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Lawrence Kohlberg's Stages of Moral Development, what is the defining feature of Level 3: Post-Conventional?

    <p>Universal Ethical Principle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of individual rights and the interests of the majority when laws are inconsistent with them?

    <p>Alternatives should be considered</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best reflects the reasoning at the Post-Conventional Stages from a moral development perspective?

    <p>Considering the impact on every person or group affected by the decision</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of moral development, what do individuals at the Post-Conventional Stages rely on to guide their actions?

    <p>Self-chosen ethical principles of conscience</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    • Lack of self-analysis and self-reflection prevents deep problem investigation
    • Lawrence Kohlberg developed Moral Development stages based on Piaget's theory in 1958
    • Levels of Moral Development include Pre-conventional with stages like Punishment/Obedience orientation
    • Plato's Allegory of the Cave contrasts World of Matter with World of Ideas for true knowledge
    • Aristotle's Reason and Eudaimonia focus on rational activity for human happiness
    • Rene Descartes' Dualism emphasizes the thinking nature of humans and the distinction between body and spirit
    • Post-Conventional Moral Development includes Universal Ethical Principles for decision-making at the highest level

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    Explore the levels and stages of moral development as proposed by Lawrence Kohlberg, based on John Piaget's theory of moral judgment. Delve into the thinking process behind determining if a behavior is right or wrong.

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