A systematic analysis and overview of correctional processes in adult and juvenile institutions including development, abuses, improvements, research and planning. Content will include the history and development of institutional corrections, punishment philosophies, sentencing practices, intermediate sanctions involving facilities, structure of prison systems, administrative models, legal issues, prisoners rights and emerging trends in the field. Class Format A lecture format will be used. Everyone is expected to have read the assignment required for each class session as assigned in the following class schedule. Students will be asked to respond to questions in class and are encouraged to ask questions at any time.
Punctuality is anticipated.
Each student must locate and read a scholarly journal article pertaining to institutional corrections. The paper must not contain pictures, graphs, charts, diagrams, or tables. The formatting of this paper is an intentional part of the assignment and failure to write two pages for each section will result in a point deduction. The reaction must include reaction to the writing style and research method as well as the substantive content. Students may attach a cover page if desired.