Developing a Values Statement Through Scaffolded Mini-Cases

This submission describes a scaffolded assignment and series of activities based on developing students’ professional values. In the first part, students create a statement of their professional values. This is usually a multi-week endeavor that includes multiple drafts. Next, students apply their developing values statements to a series of mini-cases. The learning objectives of this are two-fold. First, students (and faculty) develop a greater sense of the values that they bring with them into the workplace. Second, students develop a greater understanding of the values dissonance among our leaders, and develop a critical consciousness toward course material and subsequently, their careers. Ultimately, this assignment is designed to inspire future leaders in organizations with purpose.