RP-Observe observation tool¶
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Evidence · 2 claims (2 mixed) · 1 study (1 qualitative),q1· 0 of 1 report an effect size · 2 claims rest on one study
Description¶
RP-Observe is a Rutgers University-developed school observation tool for assessing restorative-justice implementation and outcomes.
Components¶
- RP-Observe observation tool for measuring restorative justice in schools: RP-Observe is an observation tool that Rutgers University developed to measure RJ in schools, cited by experts among the very few instruments designed to measure RJ. The article reports that experts often created their own instruments, including fidelity instruments specific to the RJ model being implemented, and that some approach measurement through changes in school climate and relationships among students and staff. Interviewees agreed a resource should compile and disseminate existing evaluation tools and findings. (Hurley et al. (2015))
Claims¶
- Many district and school data systems do not track restorative justice efforts or outcomes for students exposed to RJ processes [~W] (why a dedicated observation instrument is needed)
- Experts report there is neither a clear definition nor a widely accepted model of restorative justice in schools [~W]
Related Products and Programmes¶
- Restorative Practices: the practice the tool observes
- Use rigorous formative studies to refine the RJ framework and document outcomes before scaling: the same report's call for formative studies, which need instruments like this one
Key Sources¶
- Hurley, N., Guckenburg, S., Persson, H., Fronius, T., & Petrosino, A. (2015). What Further Research is Needed on Restorative Justice in Schools? WestEd. https://www.wested.org
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RP-Observe is a Rutgers University-developed school observation tool for assessing restorative-justice implementation and outcomes. |
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