ABSTRACT

 

This much-needed case study book provides higher education and student affairs graduate students, practitioners, and faculty with the tools to enhance their learning of student development theory and to apply this learning to practice. Each chapter offers a summary of theory – covering traditional and newer student development models – in addition to multiple case studies that help readers focus on practice that fosters social justice and inclusion.

The case studies for each chapter represent a range of institutional types and diverse student populations, offering an opportunity to explore the intersections of various developmental processes and to foster social justice and inclusion in higher education contexts. Guiding questions at the end of each case study offer opportunities for further discussion and critical reflection. An essential text for every student development course, Case Studies for Student Development Theory enhances student learning and development in higher education while also addressing how students’ social identities intersect with college campus environments.

part II|108 pages

Social Identity Development

part III|54 pages

Psychosocial, Cognitive-Structural, and Integrative Development

part IV|8 pages

Reflecting on Moving Student Development Theory to Practice

chapter 15|6 pages

Conclusion

Moving Beyond Case Analysis to Advance Social Justice and Inclusion