1. Leaders of Character GIVING VOICE TO VALUES
February 5, 2016

2. 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

3. 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

4. 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

5. 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

6. 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

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

8. 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

9. 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
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2/5/2016

10. 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
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2/5/2016

11. 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
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2/5/2016

12. 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

13. 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

14. 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?
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15. 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
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16. 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
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17. 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
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2/5/2016

18. 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
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19. 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
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2/5/2016

20. 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

21. 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
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22. 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
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2/5/2016

23. 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

24. 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
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25. 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?)
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26. Final Faculty Questions, Comments, Ideas, Suggestions
Giving Voice to Values
Final Faculty Questions, Comments, Ideas, Suggestions
Capture
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