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Article: Moral development of Japanese kindergartners
- Article from:
- International Journal of Early Childhood
- Article date:
- January 1, 2002
- Author:
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Abstract
This is a study of Japanese children 's moral development. The data came from structured interviews with kindergarten children, their teachers, and their director. Social system morality, emotions, and responsibility were seemingly related to these children's moral development. The results of this study's implications for education were presented.
Resting her hand on Keiko 's shoulder, Mild asked, "What 's wrong?" Tearful Keiko was unable to respond. Miki took Keiko 's hands, "It is going to be okay," she said, " I will play with you; remember, we are all friends at school. " Miki took Keiko to a group of children on the playground and said, "Hey everybody, Keiko is crying; we have ...