Principles of Development
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According to Lawrence Kohlberg's theory of moral development, what is the core philosophical difference between the 'Good Boy/Good Girl Orientation' and the 'Law and Order Orientation' falling under the Conventional Level of morality?
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Understanding Kohlberg's Conventional Level
In Lawrence Kohlberg's theory of moral development, the Conventional Level comprises Stage 3 and Stage 4:
- Good Boy/Good Girl Orientation (Stage 3): Focuses on interpersonal accord and conformity. The individual seeks social approval and aims to be regarded as a 'good' person by others.
- Law and Order Orientation (Stage 4): Focuses on maintaining social order. The individual obeys laws, respects authority, and performs duties to ensure the smooth functioning of society as a whole.
Therefore, the primary distinction lies between seeking interpersonal approval versus upholding societal rules and institutional order.
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