Moral & Character Development
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Under Lawrence Kohlberg's Theory of Moral Development, the concept of the second stage of the Post-Conventional Morality Level, known as the 'Universal Ethical Principle Orientation' (Stage 6)—where individuals make moral decisions based on self-chosen ethical principles, universal justice, human rights, and equality that transcend external social rules or laws, even when those laws conflict with justice—relates to the psychological implications and classroom pedagogical practices for fostering higher-level moral reasoning, democratic values, and autonomous decision-making in students. Which of the following psychological statements is most authentic and scientifically valid regarding this stage?
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In Lawrence Kohlberg's Theory of Moral Development, the sixth and final stage of the Post-Conventional Morality Level is called the Universal Ethical Principle Orientation.
At this stage, individuals rise above external laws, societal pressures, or formal agreements to make moral decisions based on their own conscience and universal principles of justice, human rights, and equality.
Key Characteristics of Stage 6:
- Internalized Morality: Actions are guided by self-chosen ethical principles rather than concrete rules.
- Universal Justice: Focuses on human dignity, equality, and mutual respect.
- Autonomous Conscience: Willingness to disobey unjust laws based on higher moral grounds.
Therefore, Option C accurately explains the scientific nature and internal autonomy of this psychological concept, whereas other options pertain to different stages of Kohlberg's theory such as conventional or pre-conventional levels.
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