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Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2012
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A Multilevel Examination of the Influence of Institutional Type on the Moral Reasoning Development of First-Year Students
Mayhew, Matthew J.
Journal of Higher Education, v83 n3 p367-388 May-Jun 2012
The purpose of this study was to examine the influence of institutional type on the moral reasoning development of 1,469 first-year students. Hierarchical linear modeling was used to account for students nested within institutions. Moral reasoning gains were related to, but not dependent upon, institutional type, with students at liberal arts colleges demonstrating higher moral reasoning skills than those at community colleges. Implications are discussed. (Contains 4 tables and 2 notes.)
Descriptors: Liberal Arts, Moral Development, College Freshmen, Hierarchical Linear Modeling, Correlation, Colleges, Longitudinal Studies, Measures (Individuals), Predictor Variables, Statistical Analysis, College Environment, Educational Environment, Institutional Characteristics
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Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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