Moral Climate and the Development of Moral Reasoning: The Effects of Dyadic Discussions between Young Offenders.

Taylor, John H.; Walker, Lawrence J.

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ERIC Number: EJ568020

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Publication Date: 1997

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Moral Climate and the Development of Moral Reasoning: The Effects of Dyadic Discussions between Young Offenders.

Taylor, John H.; Walker, Lawrence J.

Journal of Moral Education, v26 n1 p21-43 Mar 1997

Recommends the application of cognitive-developmental theory with young offenders. The theory claims that moral reasoning can be developed through discussion with others. Summarizes a study where 40 young offenders participated in moral-dilemma discussions with another subject that differed in level of moral reasoning and peer status. (MJP)

Descriptors: Adolescents, Cognitive Development, Discussion (Teaching Technique), Ethical Instruction, Foreign Countries, Interpersonal Communication, Juvenile Justice, Moral Development, Moral Values, Peer Influence, Personality Development, Psychoeducational Methods, Social Values, Youth Problems

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: Canada

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