Moral Values And Practices of Adolescents: The Case of Sandford International School, Abune Gorgorios Secondary School & Kokbetsibah In Selected Secondary Schools of Addis Ababa
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2024-10
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Addis Ababa University
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This study examines the moral values and ethical practices of adolescents in three selected
secondary schools in Addis Ababa: Sandford International School, Abune Gorgorios
Secondary School, and Kokebe Tsibah Secondary School. The research aims to explore how
different educational environments influence the moral development of students and the role
of cultural, social, and institutional factors in shaping their ethical frameworks. A qualitative
comparative analysis (QCA) approach was employed to analyze the data, which was
collected through surveys and interviews with students and teachers. The QCA method
allowed for the identification of patterns and variations in moral values across the three
schools, considering the influence of different curricula, teaching methodologies, and
community contexts. The findings reveal significant differences in the moral values and
practices of students from the three schools. At Sandford International School, students
strongly emphasized global citizenship and ethical reasoning, aligning with a more liberal
and secular perspective. In contrast, students at Abune Gorgorios Secondary School
displayed a more conservative moral outlook, influenced by traditional values and religious
teachings. Meanwhile, Kokebe Tsibah Secondary School students presented a combination of
both ethical approaches, but their moral decision-making was notably impacted by peer
pressure and societal expectations. The study concludes that while educational settings play
a pivotal role in shaping adolescents' moral values, external factors, such as family
background and community norms, significantly influence their ethical practices. The
research recommends that educators integrate comprehensive moral education programs
that address the diverse cultural, religious, and social influences shaping students’ moral
development, to promote a more holistic approach to ethical education.
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moral values