Can Moral Behavior Be Taught through Cognitive Means?--Yes.

McNaughton, Anthony H.

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Can Moral Behavior Be Taught through Cognitive Means?--Yes

McNaughton, Anthony H.

Social Education, 41, 4, 328,331-2, Apr 77

The author argues that moral behavior can be developed by instructional strategies that are primarily cognitive in nature. These strategies include the teacher telling, explaining, or arguing; and students being encouraged to identify, discuss, and analyze ethical issues. (Author/RM)

Descriptors: Behavior Development, Cognitive Processes, Cognitive Style, Elementary Secondary Education, Ethical Instruction, Learning Theories, Moral Development, Moral Values, Social Studies, Values

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