Ethics Introduction to Air Force Junior ROTC Lesson
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Ethics Introduction to Air Force Junior ROTC Lesson 5, Chapter 1 1
Motivation • Ethics are rules of conduct. • Today, you'll learn about • Making ethical decisions • The U. S. Air Force’s core values Introduction to Air Force Junior ROTC Lesson 5, Chapter 1, Ethics 2
What is ethics? • Ethics • Branch of philosophy • Rules of conduct • Study of people’s most basic beliefs • Ethics deals with the struggle between good and evil. • Conduct—a key word when discussing ethics Introduction to Air Force Junior ROTC Lesson 5, Chapter 1, Ethics 3
What is ethics? (cont’d) • Four basic rules of ethics have endured. • Do good; avoid evil. • Be fair and equitable. • Respect the dignity of all people. • Be autonomous (self-governing). Introduction to Air Force Junior ROTC Lesson 5, Chapter 1, Ethics 4
What is ethics? (cont’d) • Guidelines derived from the four basic rules of ethics • Be honest. • Keep promises. • Obey and be loyal to proper authorities. • Be courageous. Introduction to Air Force Junior ROTC Lesson 5, Chapter 1, Ethics 5
What is ethics? (cont’d) • Habits • Most of our moral beliefs are based on habits we learned as children. • Habits can affect reputation, social status, finances, and overall sense of well-being. • Where do our beliefs come from? -- Parents, Society, Experience Introduction to Air Force Junior ROTC Lesson 5, Chapter 1, Ethics 6
What is ethics? (cont’d) • Not all habits are right. • Habits are right when they are ways of helping ourselves and others. • Good habits help us develop our best potential and respect people’s basic rights. Introduction to Air Force Junior ROTC Lesson 5, Chapter 1, Ethics 7
What is a value system? • Value system • Set of ideals, beliefs, interests, likes, dislikes • Ideals we use every day to make decisions • Involves freely chosen behavior • Involves beliefs that are very personal to each of us Introduction to Air Force Junior ROTC Lesson 5, Chapter 1, Ethics 8
What is a value system? • Our military has its own set of values. • Applies to all members of the Air Force family • The core values of the U. S. Air Force are Integrity First, Service before Self, and Excellence in All We Do. Introduction to Air Force Junior ROTC Lesson 5, Chapter 1, Ethics 9
What is a value system? (cont’d) • Integrity First • Willingness to do right even when no one is looking • Moral compass, inner voice of self-control • Basis for the trust needed in today’s military • Service before Self • Professional duties over personal desires • Excellence in All We Do • Passion for continuous improvement and innovation Introduction to Air Force Junior ROTC Lesson 5, Chapter 1, Ethics 10
How are ethical decisions made? • Systematic process for making tough decisions • Consider all the facts. • Determine the moral values or obligations at stake. • Act or make decisions in light of your knowledge of the values and facts. • Be respectful of the life and well-being of all people. Introduction to Air Force Junior ROTC Lesson 5, Chapter 1, Ethics 11
