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Wilson, John – Journal of Moral Education, 1974
Article presented different kinds of contributions and expertises toward research and development of moral education. (Author/RK)
Descriptors: Educational Change, Educational Development, Educational Objectives, Educational Research

Wilson, John – Journal of Moral Education, 2001
Explains that the concepts marked by shame and guilt are analyzed briefly. Reviews the merits and demerits as types of moral motivation, stating that both may be paralyzing rather than morally constructive. Reports that fear and desire are considered as alternative motivations. (DAJ)
Descriptors: Behavior, Ethical Instruction, Fear, Guilt

Wilson, John – Journal of Moral Education, 1996
Defines moral education as an education in morality. Identifies morality as a particular way of life that has its own logic and reason. Recommends looking anew at fundamental concepts of moral education and building approaches and methods out of these new perspectives. Discusses overcoming resistance to this approach. (MJP)
Descriptors: Educational Change, Educational Development, Educational Objectives, Educational Strategies

Wilson, John – Journal of Moral Education, 1972
Much research in the field of moral behaviour is vitiated by the prevalence among researchers of a behaviouristic conception of motivation which ignores the importance of reasons in guiding behaviour. Its is argued that this neglect is dangerous and that researchers must take more account of them if their work is to have real relevance for moral…
Descriptors: Behavior Patterns, Behavior Theories, Behavioral Science Research, Cognitive Processes

Wilson, John – Journal of Moral Education, 1980
The rules and concepts of basic moral reasoning can be taught without difficulty to quite young children; but educating them to prefer to use these rules is another matter. Kohlberg's stages are not likely to be stages of cognitive reasoning, but indication of the reasoning encouraged by the child's environment. (Author/SJL)
Descriptors: Affective Behavior, Children, Concept Formation, Developmental Stages

Wilson, John; Cowell, Barbara – Journal of Moral Education, 1987
Maintains that the content and methods of moral education are inextricably intertwined. Develops a view of moral education which recognizes the synthesis of content and process in students' school and home life. (JDH)
Descriptors: Educational Environment, Educational Philosophy, Elementary Secondary Education, Ethical Instruction

Wilson, John – Journal of Moral Education, 1990
Argues that liberalism is strong enough to sustain a moral consensus if its logic and psychological bases are understood. Rejects ideological positions, emphasizing the value of rational discourse for reaching consensus. Encourages liberal educators to make clear their commitment to a liberalism that avoids both authoritarianism and paranoia. (CH)
Descriptors: Authoritarianism, Elementary Secondary Education, Liberalism, Logical Thinking