Editorial and Pedagogical Specifications (v3.0 - US English)

This document defines the quality standard for all entries of Ethical Power.

1. Chapter Structure (Mandatory)

1.1 Title and Objective

• Title: 1.1 Skill + Benefit (≤70 characters).
• Objective: In a distinct aside or blockquote box.
  • Format: > **Learning Objective**: [What the reader will achieve today].

1.2 Initial Story (300–400 words)

• Function: Set the scene for the conflict and solution as a fluid and literary narrative.
• Format: Continuous prose. FORBIDDEN to use lists, bullets, or numerical schemes within the story. It must read like a novel, not a manual.
• Technical Marks: Dialogue keywords denoting the technique used must be in bold and brackets.
  • Example: —**[Context:]** I see there are doubts. **[Proposal:]** let's review the plan.

1.3 Deep Explanation and Theory (500–700 words)

• Style: Rich and detailed expository narrative. Zero bullets.
• Content:
  • Develop the theory behind the skill.
  • Integrate key TPM concepts organically into the prose.
  • Explain the psychological or social why of what happens in the story.
  • Do not stay on the surface; go to the bottom of the power dynamic.

1.4 Synthesis of Key Ideas

• Function: Schematic summary post-explanation.
• Format: List of bullets with references to TPM.
  • Example: * **Concept**: Brief definition.

1.5 Practical Examples (Context Variants)

• Develop 3 mandatory use cases to ensure transversal utility:
  1. Professional Environment (Office, clients, hierarchy).
  2. Family / Educational Environment (Parents-children, classroom, siblings).
  3. Social / Peer Environment (Friends, partner, adolescence).
• Format for each:
  1. [Technique] in [Context]
     • Situation: Brief description.
     • Action: What to do specifically.
     • Phrase: "The literal phrase in quotes".
     • Why it works: Brief justification.

1.6 Signs of Progress (Unified with Rubric)

• List of 3 observable improvement indicators.
• Hybrid format: Self-check question + Explanation of benefit.
  • Format: **1. [Name]**: [Self-evaluation question]? Explanation of why this indicates improvement...

1.7 Common Mistakes (Expanded)

• 3-4 detailed common mistakes.
• For each, include multiple examples of what the mistake looks like and the alternative correct way.

1.8 Deliberate Practice (Recommended Games)

• Header: ## Deliberate Practice
• Purpose: Connect theory with practice. Indicate which game helps train this specific skill.
• Format:
  • Card: [Game Name](relative_url)
  • Why it helps: Brief explanation of the connection.

1.9 References and Related Readings (TPM Web)

• Header: ## References
• Content: 2-3 links to ThePowerMoves articles.
• Format: List with the linked article title (Markdown) + explanatory phrase of its relevance.
  • Example: * [Article Title](url): Deeply explains the concept of...

2. Chapter Template (Copy/Paste)

# 1.1 Title

> **Learning Objective**: [Objective text]

## Story
[Story text with marks in bold and brackets]

## Deep Explanation
[Extensive narrative explaining the dynamic, integrating TPM concepts, no bullets]

## Synthesis of Key Ideas
* **Concept**: Definition.
* **Concept**: Definition.

## Practical Examples

### 1. [Technique] in Professional Environment
* **Situation**: ...
* **Action**: ...
* **Phrase**: "..."
* **Why it works**: ...

### 2. [Technique] in Family Environment (Kids/Home)
* **Situation**: ...
* **Action**: ...
* **Phrase**: "..."

### 3. [Technique] in Social Environment (Friends/Partner)
...

## Signs of Progress

1. **[Signal 1 Name]**: [Control question]? [Benefit explanation].
2. **[Signal 2 Name]**: ...
3. **[Signal 3 Name]**: ...

## Common Mistakes

* **[Mistake 1]**: Description.
  * *It looks like this*: "..." / "..."
  * *Alternative*: "..."
* **[Mistake 2]**: ...

## Conclusions
[Final ethical and closing reflection]

## Deliberate Practice

* **Card**: [Link to Game](../games/game_XX.md).
* **Why it helps**: [Explanation of what mechanic this skill trains].

## References

* [Article Title 1](URL): Why read it / what it adds.
* [Article Title 2](URL): Why read it / what it adds.

3. Game Entry Structure (Mandatory)

3.1 Title and Objective

• Title: Game X: [Creative Name].
• Objective: In a distinct aside or blockquote box.
  • Format: > **Objective**: [What is achieved by playing].

3.2 Players and Roles

• Format: List with necessary participants.

3.3 Mechanics (Step by step)

• Header: ## Mechanics
• Steps: Clear numbered list.

3.4 Debriefing

• Header: ## Debriefing (Closing questions)
• Content: Reflective questions to consolidate learning.

3.5 Variant / Pro Tip

• Header: ### Variant or ### Pro Tip

3.6 Related Concepts

• Header: ### Train this theory
• Content: Links to related theoretical entries.
• Format: Markdown list.
  • Example: * [Chapter X: Entry Name](../part_XX/X_X.md)

4. Game Template (Copy/Paste)

# Game X: [Name]

> **Objective**: [Objective text]

## Players and Roles
* Role A: ...
* Role B: ...

## Mechanics
1. Step 1...
2. Step 2...

## Debriefing (Closing questions)
* How did you feel when...?
* What would happen if...?

### Variant / Pro Tip
[Variant text]

### Train this theory
* [Chapter X.X: Entry Title](../part_XX/X_X.md)

5. Quality Control (QC Checklist)

Before closing an entry, verify these points.

5.1 QC for Learning Journal

Visual Structure

• The Objective is inside a > quote block.
• Headers use the correct hierarchy (## Sections, ### Examples).
• Technical marks in the story are in bold and [brackets].

Narrative Content

• The Deep Explanation is narrative (no bullets) and links the story to the theory.
• 3 Practical Examples are included and differentiated: Professional, Family/Educational, Social/Peers.
• Signs of Progress follow the “Question? + Explanation” format.

Quality and Ethics

• TPM sources are cited in the final section.
• Deliberate Practice: Specific Game reference included to train the skill.
• Examples cover age/context variants.
• Tone is assertive and constructive, never manipulative.

5.2 QC for Games

Mechanical Clarity

• The Objective clearly defines what skill is trained.
• Roles are well defined.
• Mechanics can be followed step by step without doubts.
• There are Debriefing questions to reflect after playing.
• Includes “Train this theory” section with links to journal entries.