Culture and Child Development

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This paper examines how the cultures of different ethnic groups in various countries play a large part in influencing the moral development of the children of the respective societies. It discusses how children from different cultures possess different values and beliefs and how, as they grow up and attend school, they are exposed to other belief systems in their environment from peers and teachers. It looks at the concept of moral development and provides a comparative analysis of the effect of culture in Asian countries and in the U.S (including minority groups).

Outline
Concept of Moral Development
American Culture
Asian Culture
Culture of Minorities in the U.S.
Interactive Cultural Effects on Individuals from the U.S. and Asia
Directions for Future Research

From the Paper:

"Ironically, it is the celebration of the American freedom of and individuality that has allowed popular culture to take over the moral upbringing that was once the responsibility of families and local churches. Another characteristic of American culture that has sabotaged the moral development of the children is the promotion of change, progress and innovation in American society. Within this context, popular culture has established a powerful position with its plethora of offerings that titillate the imagination and seemingly extends the limits of what is permissible. Popular culture offers the very concepts that challenge the idea of cultural traditions that were once used to shape the moral development of American children (Myers, 2000). "

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