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Egocentrism and the Emergence of Conventional Morality in Preadolescent Girls
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Moir, D. John – Child Development, 1974
The development of moral judgment in 11-year-old girls is discussed in terms of the evaluation of role taking ability. (ST)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Cognitive Processes, Elementary School Students, Females
The Mediating Role of Cognitive Development in Moral Judgment
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Tomlinson-Keasey, C.; Keasey, Charles Blake – Child Development, 1974
The hypothesized central role of cognitive development in resolving moral dilemmas was examined in sixth grade and college-age females. Results indicated that sophisticated cognitive operations are a prerequisite to advanced moral judgments. (ST)
Descriptors: Age Differences, Cognitive Development, Cognitive Processes, College Students
Five and Six-Year Olds' Views of Friendship.
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Craft, Anna – Educational Studies, 1994
Reports on a study of views of friendship among 20 5- and 6-year-old British students. Finds that boys and girls were able to interpret friendships as transactions. Also finds differences between boys and girls on their understanding of "bad friends." (CFR)
Descriptors: Child Development, Childhood Attitudes, Citizenship Education, Females
Reading and Moral Development: "From a Feminine Perspective."
Kazemek, Francis E. – 1985
Literature can be used in an elementary school curriculum to provide sound moral models for children. Through the exploration of moral problems and the adoption of the perspectives of others, children may begin to develop and refine their own morality. A male and a female morality may be identified in literature. The male morality--based on the…
Descriptors: Childrens Literature, Elementary Education, Ethics, Females