Leaders of Character GIVING VOICE TO VALUES February 5, 2016

Leaders of Character Initiative Giving Voice to Values Introductions (3 min) Overview of Session (2 min) Description of Principles and Framework (5 min) Ethical issue determination – What’s the Right Thing to do – Speak? How? Basis/Premise for a Framework for Successfully Acting/Speaking Framework/steps in Successful Approach to Action (15 min) Reasons and Rationalizations 4 Common Arguments, Patterns or Categories of Rationalization 10 Key Patterns of Reasoning and Levers Critical environmental factors students face in speak about Ethics (5 Min) Faculty sharing of experiences in speaking about Ethics in High School Discussion of key factors in success/failures Summary of insights, possible actions in developing student leaders (5 min) Review of ideas captured (butcher block) during the session Faculty comments on applicability in their schools Leaders of Character Initiative 2/5/2016

Overview – Ethical Leadership is influencing people through personal example and providing purpose, direction, & motivation to accomplish goals consistent with the moralistic ideals of the organization. Leadership & Ethics Leaders of Character Initiative 2/5/2016

Faculty Curriculum Developing a Culture of Ethical Leadership Recognizing and Developing Student Leaders What? VALUES Who? STUDENT LEADERS Giving Voice to Values How? MAKE IT HAPPEN – TAKE ACTION Leaders of Character Initiative 2/5/2016

Ethical Decision-Making Model 2/6/2015 Ethical Decision-Making Model • Assess the Situation • Identify the Problem • Identify Justifications Take A Breath… • Identify Alternatives & Possible Consequences • Evaluate Alternatives vs. your Values and what’s legal Think it Through • Select the Best Option • Plan for Success • Lead & Follow Through: Make it happen! Do What’s Right Leaders of Character Initiative 2/5/2016

Ethical Decision-Making Model 2/6/2015 Ethical Decision-Making Model • Assess the Situation • Identify the Problem • Identify Justifications Take A Breath… • Identify Alternatives & Possible Consequences • Evaluate Alternatives vs. your Values and what’s legal Think it Through • Select the Best Option • Plan for Success • Lead & Follow Through: Do What’s Right Make it happen! Leaders of Character Initiative 2/5/2016

Leaders of Character Initiative Giving Voice to Values Ethical Decision Making Model Last Step Make It Happen – Sounds Simple – But Key Question is …. HOW? Leaders of Character Initiative 2/5/2016

Leaders of Character Initiative Giving Voice to Values Introductions (3 min) Overview of Session (2 min) Description of Principles and Framework (5 min) Ethical issue determination – What’s the Right Thing to do – Speak? How? Basis/Premise for a Framework for Successfully Acting/Speaking Framework/steps in Successful Approach to Action (15 min) Reasons and Rationalizations 4 Common Arguments, Patterns or Categories of Rationalization 10 Key Patterns of Reasoning and Levers Critical environmental factors students face in speak about Ethics (5 Min) Faculty sharing of experiences in speaking about Ethics in High School Discussion of key factors in success/failures Summary of insights, possible actions in developing student leaders (5 min) Review of ideas captured (butcher block) during the session Faculty comments on applicability in their schools Leaders of Character Initiative 2/5/2016

Leaders of Character Initiative Giving Voice to Values Objective: Discuss a Framework that can lead to taking action successfully based on the Ethical Decision Making Model Successfully Taking Action Requires: Knowledge of a “Best Practice” Framework Confidence in the Use of the Framework Courage to Speak Leaders of Character Initiative 2/5/2016

Leaders of Character Initiative Giving Voice to Values Issues Around the Decision to Speak or Act What Might Keep a Student from Acting or Speaking? What is the Goal of Successful Action? What does a Successful Outcome Look Like? Ideas – What Tools or Approaches might Lead to More Students Taking Successful Action? Worksheet Leaders of Character Initiative 2/5/2016

Leaders of Character Initiative Giving Voice to Values Basis/Premise for a Framework Key Point – Don’t Need to Preach Courage to Act/Speak Up – Confidence in the Outcome [from Framework, Expectations, Preparation, Practice] This is a Learnable Skill – Students can take Action to Increase Success Leaders of Character Initiative 2/5/2016

Leaders of Character Initiative Giving Voice to Values Basis/Premise for a Framework There are many ways to express values Each person will likely be more comfortable with one approach over another Organizational and Social contexts has a strong impact on the decision This is a Learnable Skill – we can take action to increase success Leaders of Character Initiative 2/5/2016

Leaders of Character Initiative Giving Voice to Values Introductions (3 min) Overview of Session (2 min) Description of Principles and Framework (5 min) Ethical issue determination – What’s the Right Thing to do – Speak? How? Basis/Premise for a Framework for Successfully Acting/Speaking Framework/steps in Successful Approach to Action (15 min) Reasons and Rationalizations 4 Common Arguments, Patterns or Categories of Rationalization 10 Key Patterns of Reasoning and Levers Critical environmental factors students face in speak about Ethics (5 Min) Faculty sharing of experiences in speaking about Ethics in High School Discussion of key factors in success/failures Summary of insights, possible actions in developing student leaders (5 min) Review of ideas captured (butcher block) during the session Faculty comments on applicability in their schools Leaders of Character Initiative 2/5/2016

Leaders of Character Initiative Giving Voice to Values Reasons and Rationalizations Framework – Analyze the Situation Before Acting What are the Main Arguments Being Made to Support the Prevailing Action? What’s at Stake for the Key Parties … for Those that may Disagree … for You … for the Organization? What Levers can be Used to Influence the Existing Thinking? What is the most Powerful and Persuasive Response to the Main Arguments? To Whom, When and Where Should they be Made? Leaders of Character Initiative 2/5/2016

Leaders of Character Initiative Giving Voice to Values Reasons and Rationalizations Key Insight: The act of Recognizing and Naming the Argument can Reduce it’s Power It is no Longer Unconscious, Unspoken or Assumed … it is Now Discussable Choice of Other Options Becomes Possible Leaders of Character Initiative 2/5/2016

Leaders of Character Initiative Giving Voice to Values 4 Common Arguments or Patterns Truth vs Loyalty (to another, to group) Individual vs Community (well being or benefit) Short Term vs Long Term (impact of issue) Justice vs Mercy (right thing vs convenient thing) Other Examples from Faculty Capture Leaders of Character Initiative 2/5/2016

Leaders of Character Initiative Giving Voice to Values 5 Common Arguments – Examples Expected or Standard Practice: “Everyone does this; Always Done it This Way” Materiality: “Doesn’t Hurt Anyone” Locus of Responsibility: “Not my Concern” Locus of Loyalty: “Not Right to Another, but Don’t Want to Hurt a Friend” Cultural Norm: “Don’t Want to Be a Rat; Don’t Want to be UnCool” Other examples from Faculties? Capture Leaders of Character Initiative 2/5/2016

Leaders of Character Initiative Giving Voice to Values 10 Key Levers in Reasoning Think Long Term, not just Short Term Consider Wider Purpose of School, Make Impact on Individuals Real Advantage or Winning for us Versus the Fairness to Others Improve the System versus Game the System Focus on Actionable Alternatives vs “Shall Not” Rules Leaders of Character Initiative 2/5/2016

Leaders of Character Initiative Giving Voice to Values 10 Key Levers in Reasoning Point out Sequence of Worse Consequences (cover-up is always worse than the crime) Consider Allies that can be Accessed to Help Consider the Real Costs to Each Party and Look for Alternative Ways to Mitigate Assume others are Open to Practical Alternatives Recognize and Compare Real Outcomes of Alternative Actions Leaders of Character Initiative 2/5/2016

Leaders of Character Initiative Giving Voice to Values Introductions (3 min) Overview of Session (2 min) Description of Principles and Framework (5 min) Ethical issue determination – What’s the Right Thing to do – Speak? How? Basis/Premise for a Framework for Successfully Acting/Speaking Framework/steps in Successful Approach to Action (15 min) Reasons and Rationalizations 4 Common Arguments, Patterns or Categories of Rationalization 10 Key Patterns of Reasoning and Levers Critical environmental factors students face in speak about Ethics (5 Min) Faculty sharing of experiences in speaking about Ethics in High School Discussion of key factors in success/failures Summary of insights, possible actions in developing student leaders (5 min) Review of ideas captured (butcher block) during the session Faculty comments on applicability in their schools Leaders of Character Initiative 2/5/2016

Leaders of Character Initiative Giving Voice to Values Critical Environmental Factors Faced by Students Group and Interpersonal Situations Involving Ethical Issues Choosing Time, Place and Circumstances to Raise Issues Other Key Situational Factors Affecting Student Interactions around Ethical Issues Leaders of Character Initiative 2/5/2016

Leaders of Character Initiative Giving Voice to Values Faculty Contributions of Actual/Potential Approaches to Student Speaking on Ethical Issues Questions relevant to Student’s determining appropriate Ethical Issues to address Sharing of collaborative experiences in speaking about Ethical Issues in high school environments Discussion of key factors in success or failure in teaching/ encouraging Students to speak on Ethical Issues Leaders of Character Initiative 2/5/2016

Leaders of Character Initiative Giving Voice to Values Introductions (3 min) Overview of Session (2 min) Description of Principles and Framework (5 min) Ethical issue determination – What’s the Right Thing to do – Speak? How? Basis/Premise for a Framework for Successfully Acting/Speaking Framework/steps in Successful Approach to Action (15 min) Reasons and Rationalizations 4 Common Arguments, Patterns or Categories of Rationalization 10 Key Patterns of Reasoning and Levers Critical environmental factors students face in speak about Ethics (5 Min) Faculty sharing of experiences in speaking about Ethics in High School Discussion of key factors in success/failures Summary of insights, possible actions in developing student leaders (5 min) Review of ideas captured (butcher block) during the session Faculty comments on applicability in their schools Leaders of Character Initiative 2/5/2016

Leaders of Character Initiative Giving Voice to Values Worksheet Summary of Issues in Implementing the Framework in High School Environments List of Key Issues, Rationalizations Most Common Which of the 10 Levers Most Relevant? List of Possible Actions to Implement Developing Student Leaders Summary of Teacher Insights and Possible Actions Leaders of Character Initiative 2/5/2016

Giving Voice to Values Conclusion and Summary Speaking and Taking Action requires: Clear set of Values - Standards against which to determine “right” and “wrong” in the Organization’s Culture Knowledge of the Framework for Speaking Effectively Preparation (Know Self, Expected Issues), Practice Confidence in Using Framework Successfully Courage and Commitment to Change Attitudes and Behaviors in Unethical Decisions and Actions Communicate a Clear Set of Expected Values in the Culture (Is there a Code in the School?) Establish the Expectation of Speaking with Education on the Framework, and Practice of the Skills (How implement in the school?) 2/5/2016

Final Faculty Questions, Comments, Ideas, Suggestions Giving Voice to Values Final Faculty Questions, Comments, Ideas, Suggestions Capture Leaders of Character Initiative 2/5/2016