Validation of the Piagetian Theses - Genesis of Morals

The central aim of this book is to replicate the study carried out by Piaget on the acquisition of the concept of rules in children, in order to find out whether, with the passing of the years in his work "Moral Judgement in Children", the data he found on the acquisition of the principle of morality is still relevant today. The study covers a number of authors, theorists and researchers who have emphasised their research into the principle of ethics and the foundation of morality. In analysing the psychological origins of children's moral development, we sought support from Kolhberg's theory and, above all, from Jean Piaget, the main author of this study. We begin with a brief concept, origin and functions of ethics and morality. We highlight the perspectives on moral development, before moving on to the study of Piaget and moral research. We expand our discussions to include a study of the principle of reversibility, also by Jean Piaget. The book contributes to educators, psychologists, students and professionals in related fields who seek to study and learn about children's moral development.

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Master's Degree in Educational Sciences, ULHT - Lisbon - PT; Specialist in Family Health, FIP; Specialist in Education Development and Educational Policies, FNSL. Training in Clinical Psychology in the Cognitive-Behavioural Approach and a degree in Psychology from UNIPÊ. Professor and Postgraduate Coordinator - CINTEP / FNSL.