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Cooperation-Competition and Constructive Controversy in Developing Professional Ethics in Law School ClassesDavid W. JohnsonUniversity of Minnesota - Twin Cities Roger T. JohnsonUniversity of Minnesota - Twin Cities Verna MonsonUniversity of St. Thomas (Minnesota) - University of St. Thomas, Minneapolis September 22, 2012 University of St. Thomas Law Journal, Forthcoming 2013 U of St. Thomas Legal Studies Research Paper No. 12-43 Abstract: The purpose of this article is to present the evidence concerning the impact of cooperative and competitive learning as well as constructive controversy on the development of professional ethics by law students. In addition, cooperative learning and constructive controversy increase student achievement, build better relationships among students, and improve student psychological health. The theory underlying these practices and the research documenting their effectiveness will be covered. Finally, the problems with using competitive learning in both prelaw and law school classes are discussed.
Number of Pages in PDF File: 49 Keywords: cooperation, competition, constructive controversy, legal education, professional ethics, professional formation, social psychology of legal education, cooperative learning Accepted Paper SeriesDate posted: November 1, 2012Suggested CitationContact Information
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