Question 1

In what way do Kohlberg's stages of moral development relate to Piaget's stages of cognitive development?

Accepted Answer

Kohlberg's theory of moral development is built upon the foundation of Piaget's cognitive development stages, suggesting that a child must reach certain cognitive milestones before they can understand complex moral concepts.

Question 2

Three of the following are accurate statements about the shortcomings of Kohlberg's theory of moral reasoning.Which one is inaccurate?

Accepted Answer

Kohlberg's theory suggests that moral development is progressive, moving from preconventional to conventional to postconventional stages without reverting back to earlier stages. Therefore, the idea that children may revert from conventional to preconventional thinking during adolescence is inaccurate according to his theory.

Question 3

Which one of the following most accurately reflects how research links moral behaviour and moral reasoning?

Accepted Answer

Research in moral development suggests that individuals may not always act in accordance with their highest level of moral reasoning, especially under stress. This is reflected in choice B, where Ian behaves at a lower moral stage (Stage 2) under stress, despite being capable of reasoning at a higher stage (Stage 3). This discrepancy highlights the complex relationship between moral reasoning and moral behavior.

Question 4

Anita's idea of how to interact with her classmates is to tease or insult them.Not surprisingly, she has few friends.Her teacher can best help her by:

Accepted Answer

Anita's teacher can best help her by teaching her more productive social interaction skills. This approach addresses the root of the problem by providing Anita with positive alternatives to her current behavior, which is likely contributing to her social difficulties.

Question 5

If we look at children's moral development from the perspective of Lawrence Kohlberg's stage theory, then we see which of the following trends?

Accepted Answer

Kohlberg's theory suggests that as children mature, they progress through stages of moral development, eventually reaching a stage where they understand morality in terms of social order and the greater good.

Question 6

Which one of the following individuals is in Kohlberg's social contract stage of moral reasoning?

Accepted Answer

Clara's reasoning aligns with Kohlberg's social contract stage of moral reasoning because she recognizes the importance of mutual benefit and cooperation for the smooth functioning of the school, which reflects an understanding of societal rules beyond personal or authority-imposed obedience.

Question 7

Three of the following strategies should foster the development of students' social skills.Which strategy, although possibly beneficial in other ways, will not foster more appropriate social skills?

Accepted Answer

Ms. Chambers' strategy of reminding students to keep their eyes on their own papers during a test is focused on academic integrity and preventing cheating, rather than fostering social skills.

Question 8

Which one of the following statements reflects Kohlberg's preconventional moral reasoning?

Accepted Answer

Kohlberg's preconventional moral reasoning is based on avoiding punishment and seeking rewards. In option A, the person is only thinking about the consequences of getting caught and not getting any punishment, which reflects preconventional thinking. The other options show a higher level of moral reasoning, such as fairness (option B) or following rules (option C). Option D reflects a reliance on peer group norms, which is also a higher level of reasoning.

Question 9

Carol Gilligan's theory of moral development differs from Lawrence Kohlberg's theory in that it:

Accepted Answer

The answer of Carol Gilligan's theory of moral development differs...

Question 10

The parents of students in your fifth-grade class want you to include moral issues in your classroom curriculum.A few who have read Kohlberg's theory of moral development want you to help the students progress to postconventional moral reasoning.You should reply by pointing out that:

Accepted Answer

Postconventional reasoning, according to Kohlberg's theory of moral development, typically emerges in adolescence or adulthood, making it an unrealistic goal for fifth graders who are generally around 10 or 11 years old.

Question 11

Figure 3.3 in your textbook is titled "Educational mission and vision statements of Canadian provinces and territories".According to the information in this figure, what sentiment is reflected in most of Canadian mission statements regarding the role of schooling?

Accepted Answer

Most Canadian mission statements emphasize the importance of both academic and moral development in schooling, reflecting a holistic approach to education.

Question 12

Your students are reasoning at Kohlberg's second stage of moral reasoning.In a discussion of people who are homeless, you present reasoning at Kohlberg's fifth stage.From Kohlberg's perspective, what influence are your remarks likely to have on your students' moral reasoning?

Accepted Answer

Kohlberg's theory suggests that moral development occurs through stages, and individuals cannot skip stages. Presenting reasoning from a much higher stage (Stage 5) to students who are at Stage 2 is likely to be too advanced for them to fully grasp and integrate into their own moral reasoning, thus having little effect on their moral development.

Question 13

According to developmentalists, what component of morality to both Kohlberg and Gilligan's theories ignore?

Accepted Answer

The answer of According to developmentalists, what component of morality...

Question 14

According to your textbook, prosocial behaviour is:

Accepted Answer

Prosocial behavior is defined as actions intended to benefit others, including helping, sharing, donating, co-operating, and volunteering. These actions are aimed at improving another's well-being, which aligns with choice A.

Question 15

Which of the following is not a research finding stemming from Kohlberg's theory:

Accepted Answer

Kohlberg's theory, while influential in understanding moral development, has been critiqued for suggesting a weaker relationship between moral thinking and moral behavior than what some research findings support. Studies have shown that while individuals may reason at a certain moral level, their behavior does not always align with the reasoning, indicating a more complex relationship between thought and action than a strong direct correlation.

Question 16

Many of the students at Buchanan Junior High know that John and Sara have been "going out" for the past two months.Given what we know about students' early dating habits, it is most likely that John and Sara:

Accepted Answer

In early adolescent dating, it is common for relationships to be based more on physical attraction and social status rather than deep emotional connections or shared interests.

Question 17

Which one of the following romantic relationships would be most typical?

Accepted Answer

Seventh graders often experience crushes on authority figures like teachers, which is typical for their age group.

Question 18

If we consider Kohlberg's theory of moral development, we could best characterize children's moral development as a process of:

Accepted Answer

Kohlberg's theory of moral development posits that individuals progress through a series of stages, starting from a focus on self-interest and moving towards a greater understanding and concern for the needs and rights of others. This progression reflects a deepening comprehension of social and ethical principles beyond mere obedience to authority or direct instruction.

Question 19

Lawrence Kohlberg studied the moral development of children by:

Accepted Answer

Kohlberg studied moral development by presenting children with moral dilemmas that had no clear right or wrong answers, allowing him to analyze their reasoning process.

Question 20

Which one of the following individuals is in Kohlberg's law and order stage of moral reasoning?

Accepted Answer

Rafael's reasoning aligns with Kohlberg's law and order stage, where individuals believe in obeying rules and laws out of a sense of duty and respect for authority.

Quiz 3: Personal, Social, and Moral Development