The Effects of Transgressors' Affective Reaction on Children's Moral Judgments.

Rybash, John M.; Roodin, Paul A.

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ERIC Number: EJ263732

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Publication Date: 1982-Jan

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The Effects of Transgressors' Affective Reaction on Children's Moral Judgments.

Rybash, John M.; Roodin, Paul A.

Journal of Moral Education, v11 n2 p89-93 Jan 1982

Describes a study which showed that a transgressor's affective reactions significantly influenced children's moral judgments. Children in grades 1-3 told stories in which a transgressor acted out of good or bad intent, produced low or high levels of damage, and displayed various emotions because of the outcomes he produced. (RM)

Descriptors: Affective Behavior, Behavioral Science Research, Childhood Attitudes, Ethical Instruction, Moral Development, Moral Values, Primary Education, Values Education

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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