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Lickona, Thomas – Religion & Public Education, 1989
Identifies goals of character development for elementary school children. Offers four processes that promote positive social growth and moral maturity: (1) building self-esteem and a sense of community; (2) learning to cooperate and help others; (3) reflecting on moral choices; and (4) participating in decision making. Suggests how teachers have…
Descriptors: Child Development, Classroom Environment, Cooperative Learning, Elementary Education