The story of Oskar Schindler provides an interesting personal example of moral development. In Schindler's case, his change in motivation from one of profit to one of saving lives represents a change that Kohlberg would say moves from one level of thinking to another level. How did Schindler change in this example?

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Schindler's change in motivation from one of profit to one of saving lives represents a shift from preconventional level (self-interest) to postconventional level (principled reasoning based on universal ethical principles). The postconventional level involves the recognition of the social contract and individual rights and the consideration of universal ethical principles. Schindler's actions towards saving lives even at the risk of his own safety exemplify this level of moral development.

The Story of Oskar Schindler Provides an Interesting Personal Example