PROGRAM ATTRIBUTES have been added to benefits of the approach.
The addition follows:

Using the hierarchy separates the act from the actor, the deed from the doer—irresponsible behavior from a good person. Separation is critical so people don’t feel the natural impulse to defend themselves, their behavior, or their choices.

Using the hierarchy brings attention to the fact that people are constantly making choices.

Using the hierarchy fosters intrinsic motivation so that young people WANT to behave responsibly and WANT to put forth effort to learn.

Using the hierarchy fosters character development without mentioning values, ethics, or morals.

To understand the hierarchy and see how it is used, click on the Hierarchy of Social Development.

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Posted In: Discipline without Stress On: July 30, 2008: 9:04 am: By Marvin Marshall