The Moral Educational Significance and Its Applications of Awe

Key Points

• This research aims to clarify the moral educational significance of awe and its applications in moral education.
• Analyzed the concept of awe and its emotional impact on moral development.
• Explored the mechanisms by which awe fosters the 'small self' and enhances connections with others.
• Proposed an educational framework consisting of understanding, facilitation, and reflection stages for moral education.
• Awe promotes a perception of the 'small self', facilitating a connectedness with others and broader goals.
• It encourages respect for values inherent in subjects, aiding in overcoming self-centric perspectives and fostering moral growth.
• The proposed educational approach provides practical foundations to help students connect beyond their self-centeredness.