Verso un progresso morale possibile. Il ruolo dell’educazione morale

This paper examines the potential of character education to foster moral progress in a rapidly changing world. While the concept of moral progress has faced challenges, recent scholarship has renewed interest in this crucial area. Neo-Aristotelian approaches to character education aim to cultivate virtuous individuals. However, concerns arise regarding potential limitations, such as the risk of indoctrination and the perpetuation of a static moral framework. This paper argues for a character education approach that balances stability and flexibility. By emphasizing the development of practical wisdom as the core of virtuous character, this approach encourages individuals to navigate diverse moral contexts and contribute to meaningful social change. This necessitates a focus on inter-situational virtuous conduct, including exposure to a range of real and hypothetical scenarios, to cultivate ethical expertise and foster a dynamic and responsive moral character.