Lawrence Kohlberg: Theory of Moral Development

Avoid Punishment

People followrules becausetheydon't want to get in trouble.

Individualism and Exchange

Childrenaccountforindividual points of view and judge actions based onhowtheyserveindividual needs.

Good Boy/Girl Attitude

People are focusedonlivingup to social expectations and roles.

Law and Order Morality

The focus is onmaintaininglaw and order by following rules, doing one's duty, andrespectingauthority.

Social Contract

Rules are seen as social agreementsthatcan be changed when necessary

Universal Principles

Moral reasoningis basedonuniversal ethical principles and justice.

Avoid and Individualism

Preconventional Stages

Good and Law

Conventional Stages

Social and Universal

Postconventional stages