Fostering Moral Reasoning through Liberal Arts Education: A Pedagogical Framework for Ethical Decision-Making in Universities

Abstract

This paper investigates the role of Liberal Arts Education (LAE) in fostering moral reasoning among university students. It explores the historical evolution, contemporary mechanisms, and pedagogical approaches that underline LAE's effectiveness in ethical decision-making. The study suggests a structured program comprising knowledge, skills, and values dimensions to systematically integrate moral reasoning into higher education, highlighting significant implications for educational policy and practice.