Kohlberg’s Theory of Moral Development Flashcards
1
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Stage 1:Pre-conventional level (up to 9 years)
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What is right or wrong is determined by an outside authority and rules are followed for fear of punishment.
2
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Stage 2: Pre-conventional level (up to 9 years)
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Different individuals have different viewpoints, punishment is a risk to avoid.
3
Q
Stage 3: Conventional level (young people and adults)
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People should live up to family/community expectations.
4
Q
Stage 5:
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Post-conventional level (10% of people) Unjust laws should be changed.
5
Q
Stage 6: Post-conventional stage (10% of people)
A
Democratic processes may not be enough to change unjust laws, civil disobedience may be the only answer. .
