Lawrence Kohlberg’s Moral Development Theory ATI Flashcards
What is the age range for the Preconventional Reasoning Stage of development?
6 Years Old & Under
What is the age range for the Conventional Reasoning Stage of development?
7 - 11 Years Old
What is the age range for the Postconventional Reasoning Stage of development?
11+ Years Old
What is Level 1 of the Preconventional Reasoning Stage of development?
If you are in Level 1 of the Preconventional Reasoning Stage of development, then what’s your motivation to follow rules?
“Punishment & Obedience”
Rules are obeyed to avoid punishment
What is Level 2 of the Preconventional Reasoning Stage of development?
If you are in Level 2 of the Preconventional Reasoning Stage of development, then what’s your motivation to follow rules?
“Instrumental Relativism”
Rules are obeyed for personal gain
What is Level 1 of the Conventional Reasoning Stage of development?
If you are in Level 1 of the Conventional Reasoning Stage of development, then what’s your motivation to follow rules?
“Good Boy - Nice Girl”
Rules are obeyed for acceptance and approval
What is Level 2 of the Conventional Reasoning Stage of development?
If you are in Level 2 of the Conventional Reasoning Stage of development, then what’s your motivation to follow rules?
“Law & Order”
Rules obeyed to maintain social order
What is Level 1 of the Postconventional Reasoning Stage of development?
If you are in Level 1 of the Postconventional Reasoning Stage of development, then what’s your motivation to follow rules?
“Social Contract”
Rules are challenged if they impede on the rights of others
What is Level 2 of the Postconventional Reasoning Stage of development?
If you are in Level 2 of the Postconventional Reasoning Stage of development, then what’s your motivation to follow rules?
“Universal Ethical Principles”
People formulate and apply their own rules based on ethical principles
