Also includes the roles of plaintiffs, defendants, prosecutors, judges, defense attorneys, juries and others within the court milieu. Examination of the historical push for and the obstacles to reform of the court system. Includes a comparison of the roles of judges, court clerks, juries, and administrators. Also includes court functions such as budgeting, use of technology, building design and personnel issues. WRT 100 or 150.
Specialized communication skills as they apply to court systems.
Includes gathering information through a variety of methods, and processing and applying the information in written or oral form. Also includes the many outside influences which affect interpersonal court communication and the development of a common language to facilitate description, classification and communication of court activities. Participation in court administration placements with specialized agencies. Includes seminars conducted to discuss specialized theory and practice pertinent to the agency experience. Maintained by Curriculum Services.