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How do you develop character?

Academic Exchange Quarterly

| June 22, 2004 | Scott, Roger | COPYRIGHT 2004 Rapid Intellect Group, Inc. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)Copyright

Abstract

Air Force ROTC does an excellent job of developing character in college students by creating solid lesson plans (containing core values, discipline, professionalism, and self-discipline lessons/case studies), by the positive influences of cadre members, upper-class cadets, and peer cadets, by providing a family environment and structure, and with outstanding monetary rewards. Universities could use some of these tactics to develop character in students; however, some are indigenous to AFROTC/a military training environment.

Background: A Study in Contrasts

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