David Raeker-Jordan

David Raeker-Jordan is a retired Associate Professor of Legal Methods at Widener University School of Law. He specialized in pedagogical innovation, focusing on team-based learning, metacognitive reflection, and course design to enhance student learning. He taught courses including Legal Methods I/II, Contract Drafting, Advanced Legal Analysis, and Intensive Legal Analysis. He coordinated the Fundamentals of the Bar Exam and advised the Moot Court Honor Society.

Education: BS, North Carolina State University; JD, University of South Carolina School of Law (cum laude).

Research Interests: David emphasized creating self-motivated learners through innovative teaching methods. His work integrates evidence-based practices to optimize legal education outcomes.

Awards: Member of the Order of the Coif, a national honor society for academic excellence in law schools.

Grants & Advising: No specific grants mentioned, but his role as faculty advisor for Moot Court reflects his commitment to student development. Retired as of the 2023-2024 academic year.