Review:
Kohlberg's Stages Of Moral Development
overall review score: 4.5
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Kohlberg's stages of moral development is a theory proposed by psychologist Lawrence Kohlberg, which outlines the progression of moral reasoning through six distinct stages.
Key Features
- Six stages of moral development
- Progression from pre-conventional to post-conventional morality
- Focus on ethical decision-making and justification
Pros
- Provides a framework for understanding and evaluating moral development
- Helps individuals reflect on their own moral reasoning
- Useful in education and psychology research
Cons
- Criticism for being culturally biased
- Debate over the validity of the stages
- Limited focus on emotions and relationships in moral development