Engaging in lawbreaking behavior to achieve a reputation or gain status among peers would be most consistent with which of the following stages of moral development, according to Kohlberg's model?
A. Punishment/Obedience
B. Law and Order
C. Social Contract
D. Interpersonal Expectations and Conformity.
This one is hard for me. My guess is A.
After reading it again, I think it may be C now.
How about D? Check your book.
To determine the correct answer, we can apply Kohlberg's model of moral development. Kohlberg proposed six stages of moral development, organized into three levels: pre-conventional, conventional, and post-conventional. Each stage represents a different level of moral reasoning.
In this case, the individual engages in lawbreaking behavior to achieve a reputation or gain status among peers. Let's examine the options based on Kohlberg's model:
A. Punishment/Obedience (Pre-Conventional Level): This stage is characterized by a focus on avoiding punishment. It is mainly concerned with obedience to authority and following rules to avoid negative consequences. While individuals in this stage may engage in lawbreaking behavior to avoid punishment, it does not align with the motive of gaining reputation or status among peers.
B. Law and Order (Conventional Level): This stage reflects conformity to societal expectations and laws. Individuals at this stage value maintaining social order and upholding the law. Engaging in lawbreaking behavior to gain reputation or status among peers would contradict the emphasis on law and order.
C. Social Contract (Conventional/Post-Conventional Level): This stage recognizes that laws are social agreements that can be changed if necessary. It involves a consideration of individual rights and democratic principles. However, engaging in lawbreaking behavior solely for reputation or peer status does not demonstrate a concern for individual rights or democratic decision-making.
D. Interpersonal Expectations and Conformity (Conventional Level): This stage focuses on meeting the expectations of close relationships and conforming to social norms. Engaging in lawbreaking behavior to gain reputation or status can be seen as conforming to the expectations and norms of a particular group.
Based on the above analysis, option D, Interpersonal Expectations and Conformity, aligns most closely with engaging in lawbreaking behavior to achieve a reputation or gain status among peers.