In 'The Moral Judgment of the Child,' Jean Piaget explores the evolution of moral reasoning in children, revealing how their perceptions of right and wrong develop through distinct stages. Through rigorous experimentation and observation, he uncovers the complex interplay between social interactions and cognitive development. Piaget challenges conventional notions of morality, suggesting that it is not merely taught but constructed through experience. The book invites readers to reconsider how children understand justice, rules, and authority, igniting curiosity about the origins of their ethical compass. Join Piaget on a thought-provoking journey to discern how the innocence of childhood shapes the moral frameworks of adulthood.
By Jean Piaget
Published: 1997
""The moral judgement of a child is not simply a reflection of the adult's world, but a unique lens through which they navigate notions of fairness, justice, and empathy, evolving through stages of understanding that shape their values and actions.""
This seminal book by this century's most important development psychologist chronicles the evolution of children's moral thinking from preschool to adolescence, tracing the concepts of lying, cheating, adult authority, punishment, and responsibility, and offering important insights into how they learn--or fail to learn--the difference between right and wrong.
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Jean Piaget (1896-1980) was a Swiss psychologist and philosopher, renowned for his pioneering work in developmental psychology and epistemology. He is best known for his theory of cognitive development, which delineates how children acquire knowledge through the processes of assimilation and accommodation. His influential works include 'The Origins of Intelligence in Children,' 'The Construction of Reality in the Child,' and 'Psychology and Epistemology.' Piaget's writing style is characterized by a systematic and analytical approach, often integrating empirical studies with philosophical insights, making complex psychological concepts accessible to a broad audience.
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