Moral Theorist - Lawrence Kohlberg (Leaving Cert Religious Education): Quizzes
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How many stages are in Kohlberg's theory of moral development?
How many stages are in Kohlberg's theory of moral development?
Six stages
What is the main characteristic of Pre-conventional morality?
What is the main characteristic of Pre-conventional morality?
Avoiding pain & seeking pleasure
What motivates someone at Stage 1: Avoiding punishment?
What motivates someone at Stage 1: Avoiding punishment?
'I don't want to get into trouble'
What is the focus of Stage 2: Self-interest?
What is the focus of Stage 2: Self-interest?
Meeting personal needs & desires
What characterises Conventional morality?
What characterises Conventional morality?
Meeting social expectations
What is the main motivation at Stage 3: Seeking approval?
What is the main motivation at Stage 3: Seeking approval?
'I want people to like me'
What is the focus of Stage 4: Maintaining social order?
What is the focus of Stage 4: Maintaining social order?
Respecting authority & social systems
What characterises Post-conventional morality?
What characterises Post-conventional morality?
Personal ethical principles
What proportion of adults regularly demonstrate post-conventional thinking?
What proportion of adults regularly demonstrate post-conventional thinking?
Fewer than 25%
What is the motivation at Stage 5: Social contract?
What is the motivation at Stage 5: Social contract?
'Rules should serve humanity'
What is the focus of Stage 6: Universal ethical principles?
What is the focus of Stage 6: Universal ethical principles?
Self-chosen ethical principles
Can people skip stages in Kohlberg's moral development theory?
Can people skip stages in Kohlberg's moral development theory?
No, stages are progressive