Kohlberg's Moral Development Theory

Level 1

100

What is the age range at stage 1?

0-9 years

200

At stage one, how do people typically think and act?

Obedient

(fear punishment, follow rules)

300

At stage two, how do people typically think and act?

Act more individually

(motivated by self-interest, acting upon their own needs, etc)

Level 2

100

What is the typical age range for level 2? (stages 3-4)

Adolescence - Adulthood

200

At stage three, how do people typically think and act?

Follow expectations

300

At stage four, how do people typically think and act?

Do/think what is best for society

Level 3

100

Typically, how old are people once they reach stage 5?

Adult

200

At stage five, how do people typically think and act?

Fight against injustice

(individual rights, care for others' values & beliefs, etc)

300

At stage six, how do people typically think and act?

Reasoning own principles, justice, and ideals