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Troop 56 Jr. Leader TrainingPurpose: The purpose of this course is to introduce the Troops Jr. Leaders

to the leadership tools they will need to establish and maintain aScout led troop.

Course Outline:

IntroductionoWays to take notes

oSix Tools of Leadership

Tool 1.PlanningoGoal setting

oHow to make a plan

oEvaluation

Tool 2.Patrol MethodoWhat is a patrol

oTroop Leadership Positions

oUsing Diversity as a tool

Tool 3.CommunicationoGiving information

oReceiving information

oReasons for a lack of communication

oHow to Teach

Tool 4.Using ResourcesoKnowing and using resources

oGroup needs and characteristics

Tool 5.Sharing LeadershipoSharing leadership

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Controlling group performanceoMatching leadership style to group stage

Tool 6.Scout SpiritoHow personal values affect leadership

oTools for making ethical decisions

Summary Reflection

Method: Core concept introductionActivity that relates to the conceptReflection on the activity

(Activities may precede the core concept at the instructorsdiscretion)

Rules: All participants are required to obey the Scout Oath and Law. AnyScout whose behavior violates the Scout Oath and Law will be sent home. Hewill also lose his leadership position.

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How To Keep NotesPurpose: To teach each scout how to take basic notes.

Notes are important. They are the only dependable way to be sure that you will

remember the many valuable ideas you will hear.1.Get the Main Ideas

2.Abbreviate

3.Use a Notebook

4.Review Your Notes

Don't try to take down all that the speaker says. You cannot keep up. Fill in onlyas much detail as you can without losing what the speaker is saying.

The speaker will usually tip you off by announcing main points. "There are threemajor reasons why.... The first is..."

Don't hesitate to ask a speaker to repeat. "Ms. Jones, I am not sure I caught thelast point. Would you please state it again?"

What style is best for you?

Outline Style

I. Let the outline show the relation of ideas. Here is a standard outline pattern:

A. Capital letters are subheads under Roman numerals.

1. Arabic numerals are subheads under capitals.

a.Small letters are subheads under Arabic numerals.

Recall Style

Uses a pattern that creates a picture of the material presented. The use of pictures greatlyenhances the minds ability to remember the material.

Slash Pattern - Good for any subject that follows a progressive orgrowth pattern ---- just like a plant grows.

Linear Pattern Good for logical patterns

Radial Pattern Good for material with a fewmain ideas or a center of attention

Pictorial Pattern Outlining on a simple picture of the material

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Troop 56 Jr. Leader TrainingIntroduction

Leadership is learned through doing. It is not something you are born with. It issomething that you learn over a time. You will get better at it the more youpractice it. Good leadership is a necessary component of civilization without itthere is chaos and destruction. Every human activity requires it in order to

succeed.

Take some time and list what you think a good leader does that makes him agood leader.

A Good Leader Does These Things

For the purpose of this training, what a good leader does has been broken downinto the use of six tools. These tools are:

1.Planning2.Patrol Method3.Communication4.Using Resources5.Sharing Leadership6.Scout Spirit

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Example Evaluation QuestionsoDid the _______ meet our expectations?

oWhat was different?

oWas everything done on time?

oWhat could be do differently?

oWhat was good about the _____?

oWhat was bad about the ____?

oHow well did we work together?

oWho were the leaders and why?

oWhat were our strengths?

oWhat were our weaknesses?oHow could we improve?

oHow can we strengthen weaker members of our _____?

oWas everybody involved?

oDid we work well with each other?

oAre there any new ideas we have not considered?

oWhat did you learn?

oWhat do you think was the purpose of the activity?

Game:(Choose a game from the Planning List)

Reflection:

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Troop 56 Jr. Leader TrainingPatrol Method

Objective: To define the Patrol Method and begin the practice of the method.Game: Use an initiative game

What is a patrol?

1.A group of 6 to 8 scouts and no less than 4.2.A patrol plans, learns, and works together to achieve a goal.3.Each patrol member contributes his skills and knowledge for the benefit

of the patrol.4.Everybody looks out for each other and helps each other.5.Everybody has a job and shares the work.

a)Patrol Leader Leads the patrol to the goal by applyingleadership skills. He represents the interests of the patrol at thePatrol Leaders Council.

b)Asst. Patrol Leader Helps the Patrol Leader and

serves as acting Patrol Leader when the PatrolLeader is not there

c)Scribe Helps the patrol. He takes notes andattendance as well as collects money for activities.

d)Quartermaster Helps the patrol and assists the TroopQuartermaster at troop functions. He keeps track ofthe patrols gear.

e)Grub Master Helps the patrol. He buys the food formeals planned by the patrol

f)Cook Helps the patrol. He cooks the patrols mealswith the assistance of other patrol members

g)Cheer Master Helps the patrol moral. He leads theyells, skits and songs done by the patrol at scoutingactivities

6.Everybody has a say in what goes on. A patrol is a miniaturedemocracy. They elect a leader to represent them and theirinterests in the troop PLC.

Ending Game: Repeat the gameReflection: Compare the first with the last

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Troop 56 Jr. Leader TrainingTroop Leadership Positions

When you accepted the responsibility of junior leader, you agreed to provideservice and leadership in our troop. This responsibility should be fun andrewarding. These position descriptions tell some of the things you are expectedto do while serving as a junior leader. All leaders of our troop are expected to do

the following:oSet a good example.

oWear the Scout uniform correctly.

oLive by the Scout Oath and Law.

oShow and help develop Scout spirit.

The Senior Patrol Leader is responsible to Scoutmaster and troop members.His specific duties include:

oPreside at all troop meetings, events, activities, and annual programplanning conference.

oChair the patrol leaders council.

oAppoint boy leaders with the advice and consent of the Scoutmaster.

oAssign duties and responsibilities to other junior leaders.

oWork with the Scoutmaster in training junior leaders.

The Assistant Senior Patrol Leader is responsible to the Senior patrol leaderHis specific duties include:oBe responsible for training and giving direct leadership to the following

appointed junior leaders: historian, Order of the Arrow troop/team representa-tive, scribe, librarian, instructor, quartermaster, and chaplain aide.

oHelp lead meetings and activities as called upon by the senior patrol

leader.

oGuide the troop in the senior patrol leaders absence.

oPerform tasks assigned by the senior patrol leader.

oFunction as a member of the patrol leaders council.

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The Patrol Leader isresponsible to the Senior patrol leader. His specific dutiesinclude:

oPlan and lead patrol meetings and activities.

oKeep patrol members informed.

oAssign each patrol member a task and help them succeed.

oRepresent the patrol at all patrol leaders council meetings and the

annual program planning conference.

oPrepare the patrol to take part in all troop activities.

oShow and help develop patrol spirit.

oWork with other troop leaders to make the troop run well.

oKnow what patrol members and other leaders can do.

The Troop Guide is responsible to theAssistant Scoutmaster of the new-Scoutpatrol, and senior patrol leader. His specific duties include:

oIntroduce new Scouts to Troop operations.

oGuide new Scouts through early Scouting activities.

oShield new Scouts from harassment by older Scouts.

oHelp new Scouts earn the First Class rank in their first

year.

oTeach basic Scout skills.

oCoach the patrol leader of the new-Scout patrol on his

duties.

oWork with the patrol leader at patrol leaders council

meetings.

oAttend patrol leaders council meetings with the patrol

leader of the new-Scout patrol.

oAssist the assistant Scoutmaster with training.

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Troop 56 Jr. Leader TrainingThe Librarian is responsible to Assistant senior patrol leader. His specific dutiesinclude:

oEstablish and maintain a troop library.

oKeep records on literature owned by the troop.

oAdd new or replacement items as needed.

oHave literature available for borrowing at troop meetings.

oMaintain a system to check literature in and out.

oFollow up on late returns.

The Quartermaster is responsible to Assistant senior patrol leader (and workswith the troop committee equipment coordinator). His specific duties include:

oKeep records of patrol and troop equipment.

oKeep equipment in good repair.

oKeep equipment storage area neat and clean.

oIssue equipment and see that it is returned in good order.

oSuggest new or replacement items.

oWork with troop committee member responsible forequipment.

The Chaplain Aide is responsible to Assistant senior patrol leader (and workswith the chaplain). His specific duties include:

oAssist the troop chaplain or religious coordinator in meeting the

religious needs of troop members while on activities.

oEncourage saying grace at meals while camping or on activities.

oLead Scouts own services on campouts.

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Troop 56 Jr. Leader TrainingUsing Diversity as a ToolIntroduction:Diversity simply means a lot of different things. It would be very boring if we alllooked the same, acted the same and dressed the same. It would be horrible ifthere were only one kind of food, only one kind of drink, only one movie, or only

one song that could be played. Imagine a world in which everything was alwaysthe same --- nothing was different.

But fortunately, when God made the universe he made it with an infinite amountof variety. He made over a 100 different atoms and these atoms are combinedwith each other to form all the things -including us which we call the universe.All things are made from different parts that come together. If you follow Godsexample and make use of the differences in each of you, then you are well onyour way to creating a fun and rewarding Scouting experience.

1. Think about the diversity in

oOur UniverseoOur Planet

oOur Country

oOur Family

oHumans

oPersonality

oBeliefs

oIdeas

oFamily

oTalents

oWhat is fun?

2. Why diversity is good.oThey can make a group more adaptive

oThey provide variety

oThey can be combined to create something new

3. Activity: Have all the ingredients and equipment needed for a Trail Mix ready.Give the different ingredients to each member of the group. Have the group addthe ingredients together and make the trail mix. While they are munching away,lead the reflection.

4. Reflection:Use the diverse ideas, interests and talents of the group to create a group goal.

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Communication SkillsGame: (Choose a game from the Communication List)Communication is a two-way exchange of information between a sender and areceiver.

The sender controls:oWhat is sent. The content of the message.

oHow it is sent. This refers to the verbal and nonverbal cues to the content,

including the tone, method, body language, and so forth.The receiver controls:

oWhat is received. The actual message received may be affected the verbal

and nonverbal cues, and the recipients ability to understand the cues.These may or may not be what the sender intended.

oThe feedback. The message, reflected in some fashion, verbally or non-

verbally, back to the sender.

Exercise: Have everybody pair up. Using regular phrases like How are you? orThats really interesting express the words in different meanings withoutchanging the words themselves.

Giving InformationWhen giving information to a group or individual do the following:

1.Take a moment to organize your thoughts. Write a few notes toremind yourself of what you are going to say.

2.Present the information in a place that is as free of distractions anddiscomfort as is possible.

3.Speak clearly and with enough volume to be heard. Make eye

contact.4.After giving the information ask for questions.5.If possible use visual aids.6.Repeat important information like dates, times and places

Receiving InformationWhen you are receiving information from someone you should:

1.Give the person your full attention. Look at them and acknowledge that youare paying attention.

2.Take notes3.If unclear about what is said or presented, ASK QUESTIONS.

4.Are you really ready to listen? If not try to postpone the communications.

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Reasons for a Lack of Communication1.No Motivation one of the parties doesnt think the information is important.2.Conflict Two or messages do not agree.3.Experience You dont like the other person. Your experience or prejudice

blocks the message.4.Distractions Something else is on your mind.5.Attitude I know it all, or you know it all.

How to Teach1.Tell the students what you are going to teach and why it is useful.2.Demonstrate the skill.

3.Let the learners apply the skill by doing it.4.Evaluation of what was learned.

Exercise: Pick three or four scout skills that can be taught. Divide the group intosub groups of three or four. Count off the scouts in each group. The ones wouldthen be given a skill to teach, the twos and so on. After they are ready, Reunitethe original groups and have each scout teach his skill to the other two. Knots,First Aid, Games just about anything can be used. Just keep the skill level ageappropriate and have the supplies they need to effectively teach the skill onhand.

Ask each group member about something they can do better than the others.After each member has presented his skill, then lead the group in discovering anactivity that each member can contribute too using his unique or special skill.

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Troop 56 Jr. Leader TrainingResource Skills

Purpose: To make the scout aware of what types of resources are available tohim and how they can be used to meet individual and group needs.Knowing and Using ResourcesResources are in theory inexhaustible. Everything is potentially a resource

There are three forms of resources available to you.1.Physical Resources

oThings found around you

oThings that can be used in multiple ways through improvisation

oThings that others might not see. The use of imagination.

oIf a resource is not immediately available --- Do you stop what you are

doing or make do with what you have?2.Human Resources

oThe only limits are your own thinking

oIdeas, talents, skills, knowledge and a positive attitude

oAdults and fellow scouts

3.Group ResourcesoDelegating control to someone with greater expertise

oSharing control by encouraging others to contribute and then recognizing

the contributionGroup Needs and Characteristics

1.A need is something that is required for human survival. Do not confusea need with a want.

2.A want is merely a desire for something that we think will make ushappy.

3.A characteristic is a trait that is displayed. Quite, outgoing, thoughtfuland so on. Each group and individual has its own characteristics

4.Maslows Hierarchy of Needs This model shows lower needs must befulfilled before higher needs can be addressed. If any of a personsneeds are not met. They may feel restless, on edge, tense, aggressiveor depressed. The missing lowest needs are the easiest to recognizebecause of changes in a persons or a groups characteristics.

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Fulfillment Needs happy people that are usuallydevoted to something outside of themselves

Social Needs people need love, affection and a sense of belonging

Biological/Physiological Needs people need food, water, and warmth. These are thestrongest needs

Ego/Self Esteem Needs people need self-respect and therespect of others in order to feel valuable, self confident andsatisfied

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Troop 56 Jr. Leader TrainingHere are some examples of how unfulfilled needs can affect the way a group orindividual functions.

A patrol is on a hike and Tim is wearing brand new hiking boots. The boots haverubbed some really big blisters on his feet. How do you think this will affect the

hike?

A patrol cook on a backpacking trip basically burns up the breakfast. Everyonegets a glass of juice because that is the only thing they have left. What kind of5 mile hike back to the trailhead would this patrol have?

A patrol of new scouts is on their first camp out without their parents around. Areally big thunderstorm blows through. A couple of them come to the SPL sayingthey are really sick to their stomachs. Which of Maslows Needs do you thinkthey are lacking?

A scout quits coming to meetings. The Scoutmaster calls him up to find out why.He tells the Scoutmaster that his Patrol Leader has never called him and that hedoesnt really like anybody in the patrol. What need is missing?

A scout is always misbehaving. Everyone calls him by a nickname that he cannotstand to hear. Whenever he expresses an idea the other scouts always reject it.The only reason he comes to scouts is because his parents make him. Whatneed is not being fulfilled?

Game: (Choose from Recourses List)Reflection:

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Troop 56 Jr. Leader TrainingLeadership Skills

Game: (Choose a game from the leadership section)

Sharing leadership is the goal. When everyone in the patrol or troop feels that

they are a part of what is going on the group performs at its best.

Leadership Styles

1.Telling (Directing) Style One-Way communication where the leader setsthe goals and tells the group who, what, where, when and how to achievethe goal.

2.Coaching (Selling) Style The leader sets the goals and sells his solutionto the group. He asks the group for its support.

3.Persuading (Consulting) Style The leader sets the goal and proposes away to achieve it. The group gives its ideas and solutions but the leader

makes the final decision.4.Delegating (Sharing) Style The leader sets the goals but the decision

making for a solution is given to the group. The leader helps the groupdefine its goals and make decisions to achieve the goals.

As the knowledge and skills of a group increase the style of leadership shouldmove from Telling to Delegating

Controlling Group Performance

When a leader knows the current state of a groups development, he can apply

the right leadership style to help control the groups performance.

Stages of Group Development

Forming Stage(Getting Acquainted)

Everyone is getting to know each other. There isanxiety, uncertainty and awkwardness. The skilland knowledge level is low. There are noestablished norms of behavior.

Storming Stage(Struggling Forward)

The members feel more comfortable and revealmore of their personality. Members are moreassertive in presenting their wants and ideas.Alliances are made. Conflicts develop.

Norming(Resolution)

The members grow closer and resolve their ownconflicts. The knowledge and skill level is higher.Individuals feel greater group identity. The groupbegins to establish its own goals.

Performing(Working Together)

The group is harmonious and looks out for itsmembers. They have the knowledge and skills toaccomplish their goals as well as set new ones.

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Matching Leadership Style to Group Stage

A leader has to match his style of leadership to the groups development stage.Things that can make a group regress back to a lower stage.oNew leader

oNew member

oNew tasks

oChanges in group size

The leader must always evaluate the groups stage and adjust his leadershipstyle to match it.

Leadership Style Group Stage

Telling(Directing)

Forming Stage(Getting Acquainted)

Coaching(Selling)

Storming Stage(Struggling Forward)

Persuading(Consulting)

Norming(Resolution)

Delegating(Sharing)

Performing(Working Together)

Game: (Repeat the beginning game or choose another)Reflection:

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Troop 56 Jr. Leader TrainingScout Spirit

Purpose: Demonstrate how personal values affect a leaders ability to leadproperly.

Have you ever heard of the story about two men that were building houses. One

of the men built his house on sand. The other man built his house upon a rock.Everything was just fine until a powerful thunderstorm came. It rained in greatsheets of water. The wind blew with a great force stirring everything up into theair. After the storm, one house remained. Do you know which one? Yes, thehouse that was built on the rock remained in place. The house built on sand wastotally destroyed.

Leadership is like building a house. You must build it on a strong foundation. Inscouting this foundation are the values found in the Scout Oath, Law, Slogan,and Motto. When you act in accordance with these values you have Scout Spirit.Your behavior as a leader should be the result of your conscious choices based

on the Scout Spirit. If you disregard or ignore Scout Spirit you will be unable tolead yourself and others. Accept your responsibilities as a leader and dont bereactive (weak) but proactive (strong).

Reactive Language Proactive Language

Theres nothing I can do. Lets look at the alternatives.

Thats just the way I am. I can choose a different approach.

He makes me so mad. I control my own feelings.

They wont allow that. I can create an elective presentation

I have to do that. I will choose an appropriate response.

I cant. I choose.

I must. I prefer.

If only I will.(Table taken from Stephen Coveys The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People)

Exercise: Have the scouts role play a situation they have experienced in whichone or more of the values below have not been used. They are not to use realnames of the people involved. (Use the reflection process to analyze the role-play)Goals: To introduce the reflection process and evaluate the results of not usingScout Spirit.

Trustworthy CheerfulLoyal Thrifty

Helpful BraveFriendly CleanCourteous ReverentKind Be PreparedObedient

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Troop 56 Jr. Leader TrainingTools for Making Ethical Decisions

Ethics are simply doing the right thing. The simplest way to describe ethicalactions is by doing the right thing even though no one is watching you. Forexample, a store clerk is in the back of the store when you come in. You see your

favorite candy and pick it up. Rather than leaving the store without paying, youwait for the clerk to return so you can pay him. You do this even though youcould slip out without anyone knowing you were there. This is an ethical actionbecause you know it is wrong to steal and you choose to be honest.

This example is rather simple. There is a definite right verses wrong decision.You can be a thief or not. The decision is very easy to make. However, life is notalways so simple. Sometimes you must make a choice between two right things.For example, you and a friend enter the store. Your friend steals some candy andshows it to you after you leave. Then the decision becomes harder. You will haveto decide between being honest and being loyal to your friend. What do you do?

This situation is called a moral dilemma. There are four types of moral dilemmas.oTruth vs. Loyalty

oJustice vs. Mercy

oThe Individual vs. The Community

oShort Term vs. Long Term

When a moral dilemma happens it can be really hard to make the best mostethical decision. Here are some tools to help you make a good decision.Look at the problem and decide using these principles.

oWhat is the greatest good for the greatest number of people

oWhat are the rules that I am obligated to follow

oDo I apply the Golden RuleoThe Mommy Test would I be embarrassed if my mom found out.

This is how you use the principles in making an ethical decision.1.Assess the situation calm down, collect the facts and determine

your goal2. Review your values Gods law, the Scout Oath and Law3.Think through the possible consequences and alternatives. How do

they match your values?4.Decide, observe the result, and reflect on your decision

Exercise: Pick a story or situation from the Viking Council DELTA program,

Institute for Global Ethics Web site, current event or a troop incident. Use thedecision process to make a decision.

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The Steps of Planning WorksheetStep 1. Always start with the end in mind. What do you want to accomplish?

Step 2. Develop a goal. The goal is what you want to accomplish.

The Goal is

Who is going to do it?

What is going to be done?

Where is it going to be done?

When is it going to be done?

How is it going to be done?

Why is it going to be done?

How do you know it was done?

Step 3. If you achieve the goal or any part of the goal then go back to Step 1 and set a new goal.

Step 4. If you do not achieve the goal then review, clarify and evaluate your goal. Proceedforward or begin again at Step 1.

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Suggested Games ListCommunication Games

Ante OverBlackout FunMessage RelayBuzz Bing BangGet the MessageHunter-Gun-RabbitSilent SignalsObservationHi-LoNight CrossingLife's little Riddles

Blindfolded Soccer20 QuestionsFamous visitorsBlind manFrantic ObjectAngry Scout (Wood Badge game)Closed fist (Wood Badge game)Listen and Talk (Wood Badge game)

Leadership StylesGames

4-Way Tug of WarBlind folded SoccerBowline StrollNitroFrantic ObjectBeach ballCatch the SnapperCorner Ball (with a variations)Hawaiian HandclapHot Isotope transportOld Plug

Sealed OrdersStiff

Planning Games

InfiltrationCrosses in a CircleDoing a skitPresent a skill or gameCapture the flag2 x 4Electric FencePlan a camp outPlan a meetingAll a board

Crossing the alligator pitCreativityGet Im UpKick bridgeLong-legged Puddle jumperRemote clove HitchTwo Person Square KnotDeliver the message

Resource Games

Prepare or Cook a mealFire buildingWho am I?Tree HuntScouts to the rescueMoon RescueIce accidentNitro CrossingThe Amazon

First Aid ProblemsHaunted HouseKims Game

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