Whither Moral Psychology?.

Walker, Lawrence J.

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ERIC Number: EJ512812

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1995

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Whither Moral Psychology?

Walker, Lawrence J.

Moral Education Forum, v20 n1 p1-8 Spr 1995

Contends that for 30 years the study of moral development has been prominent in psychology and education. Argues that there are two major cognitive components underlying moral action: (1) the interpretation of moral situations; and (2) the resolution of moral conflicts. Discusses this viewpoint in relation to moral orientation and moral character. (CFR)

Descriptors: Educational Theories, Ethical Instruction, Ethics, Higher Education, Moral Development, Moral Issues, Moral Values, Psychology, Social History, Social Influences, Sociocultural Patterns

Publication Type: Opinion Papers; Journal Articles

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Audience: Teachers; Researchers; Practitioners

Language: English

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