Moral Development and Reality: Beyond the Theories of Kohlberg and Hoffman

by John C. Gibbs

Moral Development and Beyond the Theories of Kohlberg and Hoffman explores the nature of moral development, social behavior, and human interconnectedness. By comparing, contrasting, and going beyond the works of pre-eminent theorists Lawrence Kohlberg and Martin Hoffman, author John C. Gibbs addresses fundamental What is morality? Can we speak validly of moral development ? Is the moral motivation of behavior primarily a matter of justice or of empathy? Does moral development, including moments of moral inspiration, reflect a deeper reality?   Moral Development and Reality elucidates the full range of moral development from superficial perception to a deeper understanding and feeling through social perspective-taking. Providing case studies and chapter questions, Gibbs creates a unique framework for understanding Kohlberg′s and Hoffman′s influential contributions.    

Genres: Nonfiction

Paperback

First published April 23, 2003

Reviews

[Uli Von Hornbol · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good introduction to the most widely accepted models in psychology of moral development, including relatively recent research.