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Moral Development (Theories) : 1. Kohlberg Theory 2. Gilligan's Theory

The document discusses Kohlberg and Gilligan's theories of moral development. Kohlberg proposed that moral development occurs through three levels - pre-conventional, conventional, and post-conventional. At each level, individuals' motivations and perspectives become more principled and universal. Gilligan critiqued Kohlberg for having a male bias, finding that women emphasize caring for relationships over rules. Gilligan proposed her own theory incorporating an "ethic of care." The document also briefly discusses consensus vs. controversy and the concepts of profession and professionalism.

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Moral Development (Theories) : 1. Kohlberg Theory 2. Gilligan's Theory

The document discusses Kohlberg and Gilligan's theories of moral development. Kohlberg proposed that moral development occurs through three levels - pre-conventional, conventional, and post-conventional. At each level, individuals' motivations and perspectives become more principled and universal. Gilligan critiqued Kohlberg for having a male bias, finding that women emphasize caring for relationships over rules. Gilligan proposed her own theory incorporating an "ethic of care." The document also briefly discusses consensus vs. controversy and the concepts of profession and professionalism.

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MORAL DEVELOPMENT (THEORIES)

1. Kohlberg Theory 2. Gilligans Theory

Kohlberg Theory
Moral development in human being occurs overage and experience. Three levels of moral development, Pre-conventional, Conventional, and Post-conventional. Kohlberg believed that individuals could only progress through these stages, one stage at a time.
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Kohlberg Theory
Pre-conventional Level Individuals are motivated by obedience or the desire to avoid punishment or to satisfy their own needs or by the influence by power on them. All young children exhibit this tendency.

Kohlberg Theory
Conventional Level At the conventional level, people respect the law and authority. Individuals in this level want to please or satisfy, and get approval by others and to meet the expectations of the society, rather than their self interest.

Kohlberg Theory
Post-conventional Level In this, people are called autonomous. They think originally and want to live by universally good principles and welfare of others. They have no self-interest. They maintain moral integrity, self-respect and respect for others.
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Gilligans Theory
Gilligan found that Kohlbergs theory had a strong male bias. Men were found to resolve moral dilemma by choosing the most important moral rule, overriding other rules. (Ethics of rights and duties). In contrast, women gave importance to preserve personal relationships with all the people involved. (ethics of care)
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Gilligans Theory
Pre-conventional Level Right conduct, is viewed in a selfish manner solely as what is good for oneself. Conventional Level Importance is on not hurting others, and willing to sacrifice ones own interest and help others. This is the characteristic feature of women.
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Gilligans Theory
Post-conventional Level It is aimed while maintaining relationship based on mutual caring. Reasoned balance is found between caring about others and pursuing the self-interest.

Kohlberg vs. Gilligans

Kohlberg vs. Gilligans

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Consensus & Controversy


Consensus means agreement. Controversy means disagreement.

In this case good amount of tolerance among the individuals is necessary. They should be reasonable and responsible in all situation.

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Profession & professionalism


Profession is defined as any job/occupation that requires, Advanced Expertise, Self-Regulation, Public Good. It bring high status socially and economically. Professional relates to any work that a person done on profession.
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Profession & Professionalism


Professionalism is a status of professional which implies certain attitudes and typical qualities. Saviour Guardian Bureaucratic Servant Social Servant Social Enabler
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Assignment Questions/Unit 1
1) Elaborate the link between Integrity & Honesty. 2) Briefly discuss the topic of work ethic and various elements of service learning. 3) Explain the link between self respect and respect for others. 4) Briefly discuss the following topics, Service learning, Living peacefully, Cooperation & Commitment, Spirituality. Submit on JAN 18th

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