NotesFAQContact Us
Collection
Advanced
Search Tips
Showing all 7 results Save | Export
A Grounded Theory of the Development of Noble Youth Purpose
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Direct linkDirect link
Bronk, Kendall Cotton – Journal of Adolescent Research, 2012
Having a noble purpose in life is an important component of positive youth development; however, little is known about how noble purposes develop over time. Therefore, using three waves of interviews over a 5-year period with 9 adolescents (N = 9) who demonstrated intense commitments to various noble purposes, the present study developed a…
Descriptors: Grounded Theory, Feedback (Response), Adolescent Development, Interviews
The Elements of Social Life and the Montessori Adolescent.
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Davis, Linda – NAMTA Journal, 1996
Traces the Montessori view of adolescent social development and provides illustrations in short-term rural life with 12- to 14-year olds. Provides clear signs pointing to Erdkinder based on the theory that adolescents are in the midst of a social transformation and they want to be treated with respect. (MOK)
Descriptors: Adolescent Development, Adolescents, Individual Development, Montessori Method
Sex Differences in Intellectual and Ego Development in Late Adolescence.
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Alishio, Kip C.; Schilling, Karen Maitland – Journal of Youth and Adolescence, 1984
Perry's scheme of intellectual and ethical development was examined for sex differences with respect to three areas of identity concern: occupational choice, interpersonal relationships, and sexual identity. Regression analyses revealed patterns in which male personality processes focused upon occupational issues while female processes focused…
Descriptors: Adolescent Development, Career Choice, Cognitive Development, Higher Education
Moral Development Interventions in Early Adolescence.
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Enright, Robert D; And Others – Theory into Practice, 1983
Strategies for promoting moral development in early adolescence reviewed include the "plus-one" model, Deliberate Psychological Education, didactic courses in social studies, and a high school Just Community on moral reasoning. (CJ)
Descriptors: Adolescent Development, Cognitive Development, Developmental Stages, Educational Strategies
Mark.
Lipman, Matthew; Smith, Theresa L., Ed. – 1980
Mark is the central character in this story designed to help adolescents formulate a philosophy of values. The story is well suited for use in high school social studies courses and/or in philosophy or guidance units. Mark's thoughts and actions are reported as he interacts with his family, friends, acquaintances, and individuals of authority…
Descriptors: Adolescent Development, Democratic Values, Discourse Analysis, Fiction
Transition to Adulthood and Attitudes toward Traditional Morality: A Two-Panel Study.
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Willits, Fern K.; Crider, Donald M. – Youth and Society, 1988
Examines changes in attitude toward traditional morality accompanying the change from adolescence to adulthood. Finds that while the transition to adulthood involved changes in attitude, these shifts were not consistent in nature. (FMW)
Descriptors: Adolescent Development, Adolescents, Adult Development, Adults
The Development of a Montessori High School as an Extension of the Farm School.
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Kahn, David; Stewart, Ron – NAMTA Journal, 2001
Provides preliminary draft of proposal to kindle thought about what a Montessori secondary school could look like. Suggests ways to think about integrating a farm model and its extensions to adolescent students. Emphasizes the universality of work, the nature of commitment and contribution, the meaning of community, and an optimistic view of…
Descriptors: Adolescent Development, Adolescents, Educational Environment, Educational Practices