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1:00pm CDT

Restorative Justice in Teaching: Self-Determination Theory and Assessment

Wednesday May 21, 2025 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT

Restorative justice (RJ) as a style of teaching and learning emphasizes the practical importance of centering students' basic psychological needs. In the language of self-determination theory (SDT), basic psychological needs in education amounts to developing student autonomy, student relatedness, and student competence, the satisfaction of which is a reliable predictor of student success. This session will 1) introduce a conceptual alignment of RJ & SDT as motivational approaches to classroom learning and 2) review some recent RJ & SDT research and assessment models for higher education.

Speakers

Joe Rice

Criminology Instructor, DePaul University

Joe Rice is a Criminology Instructor at DePaul University, a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) at Cook County Jail, and U.S. Army veteran. His teaching philosophy and clinical approach are rooted in the ancient wisdom tradition of restorative justice, with a focus on the sacred practice... Read More →

Wednesday May 21, 2025 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
Lake Room

Workshop

Subject Student Success and Assessment

3:40pm CDT

See All of Me: ePortfolios for Adult Learners

Wednesday May 21, 2025 3:40pm - 4:25pm CDT

Rock Room

Adult learners returning to undergraduate education often have nonlinear pathways and may struggle to articulate how their experiences align with future goals. To support these students, Northwestern University's School of Professional Studies incorporates ePortfolio completion in their capstone course, fostering self-awareness and professional readiness.

A successful ePortfolio strategy starts by understanding the student's current identity and future aspirations post-graduation. This approach enables learners to delve into their learning experiences, reflect on the methods they employ, and apply knowledge practically. The process of creating an ePortfolio is emphasized as being just as crucial as the final product.

Presenters will cover strategies and challenges associated with adult learners' ePortfolios. They will share best practices from both faculty and student perspectives and involve participants in discussions on integrating ePortfolios within their own programs.

Speakers

Reba-Anna Lee

Assistant Dean, Distance Learning, Northwestern University School of Professional Studies

Susan Wesner

Assistant Dean of Undergraduate Programs, Northwestern University School of Professional Studies

Wednesday May 21, 2025 3:40pm - 4:25pm CDT
Rock Room

Interactive Presentation

Subject Student Success and Assessment

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