Moral Development

Start with rules and development

The Moral development mind map is a starting point for studying Piaget’s ideas. It connects play and social games with learning rules, and describes changes in how children approach structured rules. Read through the map, then use the flashcards on Piaget and Kohlberg to revisit the stages and evaluation points listed there.

You can also look at Moral-normative development, a mind map that includes Piaget’s ideas about children’s understanding of rules and judgment. Compare its terms with those in the first map as you study.

Explore Kohlberg

The Kohlberg (1963) mind map sets out the aim, procedure, results, conclusion and evaluation of a study. It also mentions evidence of progression through moral development. Use these headings to organize your notes as you read.

The page also lists a slide set on Kohlberg’s theory and flashcards on his stages. Choose a format that helps you go over the ideas after exploring the map. Another set of flashcards brings together Kohlberg and Lee et al., with background that includes Piaget.

Use maps and quizzes together

After studying a map, try a quiz on the page without referring to it. Return to the map afterward and check the ideas you want to review. You can then use the flashcards to practice recalling terms and stages. Teachers can use the same sequence when selecting material for students.

Return to the unit

Moral Development is a section of Developmental Psychology: Foundations and Early Development, within Psychology. Once you have explored this page, return to the unit to find where your study can go next.

Choose a map and use it to plan your next study session.