Program
Teaching M.A.
Year Approved
2020
First Advisor
Wilson, Louise
Abstract
Character education, as defined by C.S. Lewis, (Pike, Nesfield, & Lickona, 2015) starts by developing the following positive character traits: caring relationships, wisdom, fortitude, courage, self-control, justice, forgiveness, gratitude, humility, integrity (honesty), hard work, curiosity, and hope. Character Education takes time and has to be worked at and cultivated so that every human being thrives through developing in the areas of intellectual, moral, civic and performance virtues. These four forms or categories of personal character define what it means to be a competent, ethical, engaged and effective adult member of society. Character education can be integrated alongside any standards-based curriculum. “Intelligence plus character – the goal of true education.” -Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Degree Name
Teaching M.A.
Document Type
Masterʼs thesis
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Recommended Citation
Brommer, D. J. (2020). What are the dimensions of character education the should be developed at the secondary level? [Masterʼs thesis, Bethel University]. Spark Repository. https://spark.bethel.edu/etd/91