WorksheetsKohlberg's Theory of Moral Development
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
What is the focus of the 'Rewards & Self-interest' stage?
Get something out of our action.
Acting for the greater good.
Following societal norms and rules.
Seeking approval from others.
Who is the creator of the theory discussed?
Jean Piaget
Lev Vygotsky
Laurence Kohlberg
Sigmund Freud
How many levels are there in Kohlberg's theory?
2 Levels
3 Levels
4 Levels
5 Levels
What is the key idea of Level 1: Pre-conventional?
Decide what’s good & bad based on self-interest.
Follow rules to avoid punishment.
Make decisions based on societal norms.
Act according to personal beliefs and values.
What is the focus of the 'Interpersonal relationship' stage?
Do our good action.
Improve communication skills.
Build trust and rapport.
Resolve conflicts effectively.
What type of environment should teachers create?
A safe environment that supports fairness and justice.
A competitive environment that encourages rivalry.
An isolated environment that limits interaction.
A chaotic environment that promotes creativity.
What is one way to promote group discussion in the classroom?
Encouraging students to work individually on assignments.
Justification of choices and seeing from others' point of view.
Limiting discussions to teacher-led questions only.
Providing students with a strict set of rules for discussion.
What type of behavior should be celebrated in the classroom?
Aggressive behavior such as bullying and intimidation.
Prosocial behavior such as kindness and honesty.
Indifferent behavior such as ignoring others' feelings.
Selfish behavior such as taking credit for others' work.
What is the teacher's role in promoting moral direction-making?
Provide opportunities for practice.
Enforce strict discipline.
Limit student interactions.
Focus solely on academic performance.
What is the key idea of Level 3: Post-conventional?
Thinking about fairness, justice & human rights.
Prioritizing personal gain over societal norms.
Adhering strictly to laws and regulations.
Following traditions without question.
How can moral dilemmas be used in the classroom according to Kohlberg's theory?
To encourage reasoning.
To promote memorization of facts.
To discourage critical thinking.
To simplify complex concepts.
What is the key idea of Level 2: Conventional?
What is right based on rules & societal expectations.
What is right based on personal feelings and opinions.
What is right based on the greatest good for the greatest number.
What is right based on strict adherence to laws and regulations.
What are the stages in Level 2: Conventional?
1. Interpersonal relationship, 2. Maintaining social order
1. Personal gain, 2. Social approval
1. Obedience to authority, 2. Social contract
1. Universal ethical principles, 2. Individual rights
What is the focus of the 'Universal ethical principles' stage?
Child moves through stages based on reasoning, not behavior.
Child's actions are determined solely by societal norms.
Child prioritizes personal gain over ethical considerations.
Child's behavior is influenced by parental expectations.
How can empathy be promoted in the classroom?
Through cooperative learning.
By assigning individual tasks.
By limiting group discussions.
Through competitive activities.
What are the stages in Level 3: Post-conventional?
1. Social contract, 2. Universal ethical principles
1. Obedience and punishment orientation, 2. Individualism and exchange
1. Good interpersonal relationships, 2. Maintaining social order
1. Authority and social order maintaining orientation, 2. Social contract
What are the stages in Level 1: Pre-conventional?
1. Obedience & Punishment, 2. Rewards & Self-interest
1. Social Contract, 2. Universal Ethical Principles
1. Interpersonal Relationships, 2. Authority and Social Order
1. Moral Relativism, 2. Ethical Egoism
What should students consider according to Kohlberg's theory?
Fairness, justice & responsibility.
Personal gain and success.
Popularity and social status.
Avoiding conflict and confrontation.
What is the focus of the 'Obedience & Punishment' stage?
To seek approval from others.
To avoid punishment and trouble.
To understand moral principles.
To achieve personal goals.
What is the focus of the 'Maintaining social order' stage?
Follow law to keep society good.
Promote individual freedom above all.
Encourage rebellion against unjust laws.
Establish a dictatorship for stability.
