chapter 4- 3 stages of moral development Flashcards
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3 principle stages of moral development
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preconventional stage, conventional stage, post-conventional stage
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preconventional stage
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people see simply to achieve personal gain or avoid punishment
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conventional stage
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individuals are socialized into society’s norms and values and would feel shame or guilt without violating them. it self serving
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post-conventional stage
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individual evokes general abstract notions of right and wrong; having a true understanding of morality. you are acting for the greater good of the world rather than for yourself.
