At this level, morality is externally controlled; rules are followed to avoid punishment or gain rewards.
Moral development refers to the process through which individuals develop a sense of right and wrong. Lawrence Kohlberg hypothesized that this development is a product of cognitive growth and social experience. Unlike earlier behavioral theories, Kohlberg’s model focuses on the behind a decision rather than the decision itself. II. Methodology: The Heinz Dilemma
Lawrence Kohlberg’s Theory of Moral Development: A Comprehensive Analysis