Effects of Training on the Moral Judgment of Young Children.

Schleifer, Michael; Douglas, Virginia L.

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Publication Date: 1973

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Effects of Training on the Moral Judgment of Young Children

Schleifer, Michael; Douglas, Virginia L.

Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 28, 1, 62-68, Oct 73

Level of moral maturity was assessed in a group of children three to six years old, using stories or films to elicit judgments about relative goodness or badness. At all age levels, training had a significant effect in changing the moral orientation of the children. (Author/KM)

Descriptors: Attitude Change, Maturation, Moral Values, Personality Development, Psychological Studies, Social Psychology, Training

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