An Exploratory Assessment of the United States Naval Academy Ethical Decision Making Instrument
Abstract
This study examined the development of a survey called the Ethical Decision Making Instrument (EDMI). The study answered two questions regarding moral development at the Naval Academy. The first question involved determining if there is a difference in moral thinking between year groups at the Naval Academy. The second question involved determining whether men and women think differently in regards to moral reasoning and decision making. In answering the first question, the study determined that a significant change in moral cognitive thought occurs in the Brigade of Midshipmen, primarily after the first year. Answering the second question, the study determined that differences in the moral cognitive thought based on gender exist, but only slightly. The data also showed that a Midshipman's propensity to recognize when a moral issue exists actually decreases after his or her first year. Also, a Midshipman's likelihood to indicate that he or she would take appropriate action in a morally challenging situation also decreases after the first year. The study concludes with recommendations for further research involving the dissection of the EDMI and its many possibilities.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 2007
- Accession Number
- ADA473787
Entities
People
- Wayne R. Beyer Jr.
Organizations
- Naval Postgraduate School