SEL Peer Mediation & Restorative Practices 3

Question 1

Which stage of the peer mediation process involves helping disputants brainstorm possible solutions without evaluating them?

Accepted Answer

Option generation

Answer

Option generation (brainstorming) encourages creative thinking before solutions are assessed for feasibility.

Question 2

The concept of 'proportionality' in restorative agreements means that the repair plan should:

Accepted Answer

Match the severity and scope of the harm caused

Answer

Proportionality ensures that the effort required to repair harm is reasonably related to the harm's impact.

Question 3

Which of the following is an example of a 'restorative consequence' rather than a punitive one?

Accepted Answer

A student who vandalized school property is required to help repaint the damaged wall

Answer

Restorative consequences require the student to actively repair the harm, reconnecting accountability to community.

Question 4

In a peer mediation program, 'caucusing' refers to:

Accepted Answer

Meeting separately with each party during a session to allow private conversation with the mediator

Answer

Caucusing allows mediators to privately explore concerns or reality-test proposals with each party without the other present.

Question 5

Which social-emotional competency is MOST directly strengthened when students practice active listening in peer mediation?

Accepted Answer

Social awareness

Answer

Active listening builds social awareness by developing empathy and perspective-taking toward others' feelings and viewpoints.

(SEL) Social and Emotional Learning Certification Practice Test