This paper defines the concept of the dialectic and places it within the context of a well-defined methodology, i.e. that of organicism, which contrasts markedly with the logical empiricism of much contemporary psychology. The paper then points out the relevance of a dialectical perspective for developmental psychology. (Author/CS)

Recognizing the groundlessness of Kohlberg's dismissal of the Aristotelian view that virtues are acquired individually by practice, that view can possibly work in tandem with Kohlberg's for a complete theory of moral development. (Author/SJL)

The emphasis in the integrated model of character education on the development of the whole person and interaction with the whole environment requires that character education be seen as a dimension of the total curriculum. It means integrating character education into the academic curriculum, recreational activities, administration, and social…