CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT Chapter 2 Section 1 Building Character
CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT Chapter 2
Section 1: Building Character • Developing strong character traits and personal responsibility make a positive difference in your life and in the lives of others.
Vocabulary • character • ethical principle • role model • value • universal value • responsibility • citizenship • reinforce • thrive
Character: a combination of traits that show strong ethical principles and maturity • A person’s character is demonstrated through his or her public and private behavior.
Value: a belief or idea about what is important • Values and character are closely related and reflect what type of person you are.
Values Learned • We learn values from people directly, through what they teach you, and indirectly, through the examples they set. • Soooo WHO do you learn values from?
COMPLETE “MY OWN VALUE SYSTEM”
Values Shared • People of all cultures share common values, such as caring, fairness, honesty, integrity, respect, responsibility, self-discipline and trustworthiness. • Responsibility—accountability for choices you make and things you do. • Universal values—values that are generally accepted and shared worldwide.
What does character look like? • By accepting responsibility through your words and actions. • Becoming a responsible citizen and giving back to your community. – Get involved, find volunteer opportunities. – Learn how to make a difference in other’s lives. • Your personal character will develop over time. • Developing positive qualities takes time and effort but it is also very rewarding.
Volunteer Opportunities • Tutor younger children, become a big sister/brother. • Volunteer at a hospital or animal shelter • Deliver meals to people confined to their homes; visit and help residents at a nursing home. • Collect recyclable materials; or food and clothing. • Become a camp counselor; lead a youth group.
Section 1 Summary • Values you learn from people you respect, your family, your school, places of worship, friends, books, the community, and youth organizations are learned values. • Values you share with others worldwide are universal values. • Character comes from putting your values into practice in a positive way. • Citizens have certain rights and privileges but also have responsibilities to their communities.
Section 2: Responsible Actions • Make good decisions, put problem -solving skills to work, and understand leadership to help you take responsible action and become more independent.
Vocabulary • decision making • need • want • leadership • consideration • demographics
Making Decisions • Responsible decisions can help you reach your personal goals. • Your decisions are influenced by your – Family members – Culture – Friends – Values – Resources
Making Decisions • Good decisions result in improved self-esteem, respect, and more independence. • Give me an example of how a good decision improved your selfesteem?
6 Steps in Making Decisions 1. Identify the decision. 2. Consider your options 3. Analyze your options 4. Choose the best option. 5. Act on the decision. 6. Evaluate results.
Problem Solving • When solving a problem, consider your available resources and possible options. • Break problems into smaller pieces. • Problem solving is a continuous process.
Leadership Skills • Leadership skills that you develop now will help you later in life. • Leadership—the ability to lead, not just hold an office.
Leadership Skills • Leadership skills include: – Management, – Motivational – Communication – Problem-solving skills • Opportunities to be a leader present themselves everywhere; including in your family, with friends, in school and in the community.
Section 2 Summary • Family, friends, personal values, resources, needs, wants, culture, society, and demographics all contribute to the decisions you make • The decision-making process can help you make effective decisions. • Decisions have positive and negative consequences. • Leadership skills you develop now will help you as an adult. • Leaders have certain qualities and skills that can be learned and practiced.
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