This course will discuss and analyze methods of evaluating diverse programs and policy in the criminal justice arena. This course focuses on a critical analysis of the criminal justice system from an economic and political perspective. Discussions will be conducted in true seminar fashion, i.e., roundtable discussions of assigned readings. The emphasis is on theoretical analysis. Three Credits LA Discussion of representative systems in Europe, Asia and the Middle East in comparison to that of the United States.
Students choose an area to research and present findings to the class in seminar fashion.
Senior Criminal Justice majors only. This course focuses on the ethical and theoretical perspectives current in the criminal justice field. Senior Criminal Justice majors only. Offered every Spring. Under the supervision of a field professional and faculty coordinator, the student will analyze the field activities within theory developed from an extensive library reading list.