Emphasis is on critical thinking and legal analysis. LO 1 Communication Competence Graduates can read, write, speak, and listen for a variety of purposes and audiences. They can use these skills to acquire, synthesize, summarize, develop, and convey ideas and information. LO 2 Critical Thinking Ability Graduates can analyze issues and theories rationally, logically, and coherently using both qualitative and quantitative information. LO 4 Ethical Foundations Graduates can examine life experiences and identify values which enhance life, leading to the development of well-founded moral principles, the ability to make ethical decisions, and a commitment to community service.
Students recognize the significance and importance of community service.
To gain statutory insight into juvenile detention centers, residential treatment programs and the Department of Youth Services. To gain a working knowledge of the Ohio Revised Code and Juvenile Rules of the State of Ohio. To learn the process and penalties associated with abuse, neglect and dependency of juveniles. To gain a working knowledge of the crimes committed by adults with children as victims. Kurtz, William A. and Paul C. Gianelli.