Who values children's imagination? The effect of religious orthodoxy on human values in 16 Western countries
by Warren, Zachary J., M.P.P., GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY, 2011, 29 pages; 1491586

Abstract:

Developmental research suggests that imagination is an important attribute for children’s development, but some individuals value children’s imagination more, and some less. What factors drive the difference? A theory is presented that religious orthodoxy, defined as belief in absolute rules, decreases the likelihood that individuals value imagination. Using the World Values Survey, a probit regression analysis is conducted on responses from 12,911 participants in 16 countries to assess the impact of religious orthodoxy on the perceived importance of children’s imagination. Results support the hypothesis that religious orthodoxy carries a robust negative influence, above and beyond individual differences in religiosity, education, age, and gender. Implications for parenting style and educational intervention are discussed.
 
AdviserChristopher Toppe
SchoolGEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY
SourceMAI/ 49-05, p. , May 2011
Source TypeThesis
SubjectsReligion; Educational psychology; Social structure; Philosophy of education
Publication Number1491586
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