Rule 7.2 Educational Activities Pertaining to Nonjudicial Subjects or Deemed to Fall

Below Minimum Standards If an educational activity does not bear entirely on at least one area of judicial practice, integrity and demeanor, or related areas, or the manner of presenting it is deemed to fall below minimum standards, no credit will be earned unless the Board determines partial credit is appropriate. In order to receive partial credit, the activity must satisfy some criteria found in Mich CJE R 6. In determining whether to grant partial credit, the Board may consider whether:

(A) The subject matter is relevant to the work of the courts or the judicial branch.

(B) Anticipated learning outcomes are identified prior to the activity. For purposes of this subrule, “anticipated learning outcomes” means how new knowledge, skills, or abilities will be applied, demonstrated, or used.

(C) The learning environment is educationally sound, which includes limited distractions and a physical location that is conducive to learning the subject matter.

(D) The participant receives or has access to all the reference tools and other materials and resources that are required for learning and applying the content.

(E) The participant has an opportunity to practice using or applying the new information or skill through direct experience, role-play, or case studies/hypothetical situations as part of the learning experience.

(F) The participant has the opportunity to interact with knowledgeable faculty or other experts in the topical area to pose questions or clarify understanding.

(G) An assessment tool or activity, such as the development of an action plan to apply the newly gained knowledge or skill, enables the participant to determine whether the skills, abilities, or knowledge gained through the education can be used in the future in his or her work.