Frontiers in Educational Research, 2024, 7(7); doi: 10.25236/FER.2024.070713.
Jinli Chen
Guangdong Polytechnic of Water Resources and Electric Engineering, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
Value Clarification Theory, an influential theory in moral education in the United States, surpasses traditional moral education approaches. It establishes a framework for students to conduct self-analysis and evaluation, leading to the realization of their own values through critical thinking. This theory aligns closely with ideological and political education in terms of environment and goals. Hence, the application of this theory in ideological and political education is not only feasible but also effective. A thorough understanding of the key aspects of Value Clarification Theory can offer valuable guidance in ideological and political education. This includes emphasizing life experiences, identifying students’ personal values, clarifying their subjective status, stimulating subjective consciousness, addressing intrinsic moral conflicts, and enhancing students’ ability to make moral judgments and choices.
value clarification, ideological and political education, colleges and universities
Jinli Chen. Implications of Value Clarification Theory for Ideological and Political Education in Colleges and Universities. Frontiers in Educational Research (2024) Vol. 7, Issue 7: 89-93. https://doi.org/10.25236/FER.2024.070713.
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