clhaskins@actx.edu
(806) 467-3156
EMAIL ME: THE VERY BEST WAY TO CONTACT ME is through email through your AC email account. You can also email be by going through the ONLINE BLACKBOARD MESSAGING FUNCTION, which is located in each class Blackboard sight. When messaging via Blackboard please check the box at the bottom to have the message emailed to me. PHONE CONTACT: THE SECOND BEST WAY TO CONTACT ME is to CALL ME/TEXT ME on my CELL PHONE at 806-341-9718. If you leave a message, please let me know your NAME and the CLASS YOU ARE IN with the section number, so I can be prepared to talk with you when I CALL YOU BACK. PLEASE NOTE: If you are dissatisfied with the instructor or something that happens in class, DO NOT TEXT ME ABOUT IT, you need to speak to me in person. You can attempt to contact me on my AC office phone, but I am in class the majority of the time, so it is difficult to get ahold of me this way. I am generally available after class (sometimes I do have required meetings), I am more than happy to meet with you during those times, no appointment is needed. Please know that I am here to help you not only with my course, but any course you may need help with. OFFICE HOURS and APPOINTMENT TIMES IN PERSON: Tuesdays & Thursdays 8:30am-10:30am, and Friday by appointment. If you need to meet with me outside these hours, please do not hesitate to contact me to schedule a time that will work best for you. I am generally available after class (sometimes I do have required meetings), I am more than happy to meet with you during those times, no appointment is needed. Please know that I am here to help you not only with my course, but any course you may need help with.
How will I contact you and impart information about the class? The primary method of communication from me will be through course announcements and/or email/message(s). All course announcements will be posted under the Announcements at the top of the course in Blackboard . Make sure to check your announcements/emails at least every other day to ensure you don’t miss out on important information. |
Communication Policy
Generally speaking, you can expect a response to your email/course message within 24 hours from the time you send your correspondence. However, there will be times when it could take slightly longer to respond. If you send an email and don’t receive a response, please make sure you follow up with me. If you send me a text, please include your name and which class you’re enrolled in. If you call and don’t receive an answer, please leave a message and I’ll call you back.
The primary method of communication from me will be through course announcements and/or email/message(s). All course announcements will be posted under the Announcements link on the left sidebar of the course in Blackboard with a concurrent email sent to the class. These emails and any other emails from me will go directly to your AC Gmail account.
Make sure to check your announcements/emails at least every other day to ensure you don’t miss out on important information.
In the event you’re unable to contact me directly, there are some additional resources for assistance:
Option 1| The offices for the Criminal Justice department are located on the West Campus in Room #121. The general phone number is (806) 354-6081. You can leave a message for me at this number as well.
Option 2| ASK AC Helpline at (806) 371-5000, or after hours you can email them at askac@actx.edu.
Option 3| CTL Student & Faculty Help Center at (806) 371-5992. It’s available to students who are currently enrolled in academic or continuing education courses on a walk-in and/or appointment basis. Assistance is provided for: Logging-in to AC Connect, Password resets; How to use AC Online; Microsoft Office help/ Microsoft Office alternatives; General computer/software questions. They are located on the Washington Street Campus, Library, 2nd floor, Suite 205 and their hours are:
Monday – Thursday, 8am – 5pm (WARE 205)
Monday – Thursday, 5pm – 9pm (Library Research Desk on the 4th Floor of WARE)
Friday, 8am – 5pm (WARE 205)
Option 4| AC Connect Student Resources at: https://www.actx.edu/student-resources
This course is built upon the premise that students from diverse backgrounds and viewpoints benefit by taking this course together, that students' varying learning needs be addressed in and out of the virtual classroom, and the diversity students bring to this class be considered as a resource and advantage in the learning process.
Students should make themselves knowledgeable regarding appropriate ‘netiquette’ practices. There are several internet resources explaining the facets of netiquette. In addition, I have provided helpful information and links within the course.
You should always communicate with your classmates and instructor in a professional, considerate and courteous manner. Discourteous, rude and/or aggressive emails, text messages or phone conversations will not be tolerated.
When you have a question, complaint, or issue regarding the course, you should contact me first. Other students or Amarillo College staff or faculty are not responsible for making determinations regarding my course policies. If the situation cannot be resolved to your satisfaction, you may contact my immediate supervisor. This contact information is provided in the Additional Information section at the end of this syllabus.
If you have a disability (learning, mental, physical) that affects your ability to participate effectively and have access to any program or service at Amarillo College please contact Disability Services at (806) 345-5639 . Our offices are located in the Student Service Center office 112. More information may be found at www.actx.edu/disability.
Disability Services facilitates access to all programs and services according to the ADA, Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, as well as other federal and state laws.
Amarillo College is committed to providing equal access to all programs and services, including all working, learning, and service environments that affect equal access for persons with disabilities. This commitment to provide equal access and opportunity for persons with disabilities is in compliance with federal and state law. Amarillo College also strives to provide Electronic and Information Resources (EIR) that are accessible to all authorized users.
If you find you are unable to access material in an accessible format please contact the Disability Services Office at (806) 345-5639 . This office will work in conjunction with other campus resources to address and accommodate your issue in a timely manner.
As a student you may experience a range of issues that can cause barriers to learning, such as strained relationships, increased anxiety, alcohol/drug problems, feeling down, difficulty concentrating and/or lack of motivation. These mental health concerns or stressful events may lead to diminished academic performance or reduce a student's ability to participate in daily activities. Amarillo College offers services to assist you with addressing these and other concerns you may be experiencing. If you or someone you know are suffering from any of the aforementioned conditions, you can learn more about the broad range of confidential mental health services available on campus by calling the AC Counseling Center at 806-371-5900. The AC Counseling Center website is https://www.actx.edu/counseling/ . Also, if you are in need of social services (affordable housing, utilities, transportation, food, clothing, childcare, medical/dental/vision, legal), please call the AC Advocacy & Resource Center at 806-371-5439. The AC Advocacy & Resource Center website is https://www.actx.edu/arc
Students who do not attend class on or prior to the census date will be administratively dropped. Effective Fall, 2016
Students who wish to withdraw from a course must complete all steps indicated on the Academic Withdrawal Request form by the course withdrawal deadline.
NOTE: Students who are attending Texas institutions of higher education, for the first time fall 2007 and later, may not withdraw from more than six courses during their academic career. This withdrawal limitation does not include dual credit or developmental classes (Senate Bill 1231 Rule 4.10.) For more information on Drop and Withdrawal Policies, please visit the Registrar's Office Web site.
The Amarillo College Privacy Policy is found at https://www.actx.edu/-amarillo-college-privacy-notice , and applies to all Amarillo College students. If you have questions about this privacy statement or you believe that your personal information has been released without your consent, send email to humanresources@actx.edu .
CRIJ-2328-003 Police Systems and Practices
This course examines the establishment, role and function of police in a democratic society. It will focus on types of police agencies and their organizational structure, police-community interaction, police ethics and use of authority.
Student ResourcesStudent Resources Website
Notice to Students enrolled in an educational program for preparation of issuance of certain occupational licenses:
Students enrolled in an educational program in preparation for obtaining certain occupational licenses are potentially ineligible for such license if the student has been convicted of an offense. For further information, please contact your advisor, the Legal Clinic, or the faculty member in charge of the educational program that you seek to enroll in. The further information you will receive will include notification to you of your right to request a criminal history evaluation letter from the licensing authority in order to clarify your particular situation.
(3 sem hrs; 3 lec)
On Campus Course
An Introduction to Policing, 8th Edition (2016) by Dempsey, John S. and Forst, Linda S.
ISBN-13: 9781285862736 [Required Textbook]
IMPORTANT: Students enrolling in this class will need their textbook the FIRST WEEK of the course.
Textbooks may be purchased via the following methods:
The correct ISBN for the required class textbook is cited above. Students ordering their book online through the Amarillo College bookstore or through another vendor should ensure they order the correct edition of the textbook and allow enough time for delivery so as to have the book the first week of class. You do NOT need to purchase the access codes for the textbook.
Supplies |
All students enrolling in this class must have access to a working computer, active and functioning internet service, Microsoft Word or some other type of word processing program, Adobe Acrobat Reader and exhibit computer competency. Adobe Acrobat Reader may be downloaded FREE from https://get.adobe.com/reader/. Assistance with Computer Access If you do not have a computer, you may access the computers at the AC Library on the 4th floor of the WARE Building. Click on the link below to access phone numbers, hours of operation and locations for all Amarillo College libraries and computing centers: The Amarillo College Bookstore has a laptop rental program as well. You may contact them to find out more information about the requirements and terms of the program. |
Additional Supplies |
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Amarillo College Writer’s Corner |
The Writer’s Corner is an excellent resource available to you for assistance in the writing needs of the course. You can access additional information at https://www.actx.edu/english/writerscorner. EMAIL ADDRESS: writerscorner@actx.edu Phone: 345 5580 LOCATION: Ordway Hall, Room 102 Fall & Spring Semesters Monday – Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Summer Sessions Monday - Thursday 8:00 am to 1:00 pm Closed on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday |
Student Performance / Learning Objectives
At the end of the semester, students are expected to have a basic understanding of the field of American policing and the essential elements therein. |
In order to receive your AC Connect Email, you must log in through AC Connect at https://acconnect.actx.edu .
If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".
Course Requirements
Class structure, important announcements, and participation
SIMPLE RULES FOR CLASS BEHAVIOR |
There are certain requirements that will be necessary for the successful completion of this class. The requirements are mandatory and are explained fully in this syllabus.
You are responsible for keeping up with the assigned readings and being prepared for class discussions and assignments. If for some reason I am unable to lecture on a particular topic in the book you are still responsible for knowing that particular section of the assigned reading. So, please be aware that you will be tested on what the book covers as well as my lectures, in class work, handouts, and assignments. The readings will be from the textbook listed above, as well as any other material that I may handout during the semester. Bring your textbook to every lecture. In order to be successful in this class, you will need to devote equal study time to course lecture as well as the readings; therefore, class participation is expected. HOW TO PREPARE FOR THE EXAMS:
Behavior policy. In this class, students are expected to behave in a manner befitting adult, college students, with the proper respect displayed for their fellow students, the instructor, and the college. A student will receive one verbal warning only. Verbal warnings may include dismissal from class for the remainder of the class period. A second incident results in permanent expulsion with no chance for reinstatement. Prohibited behavior includes, but are not limited to the following:
PLEASE BE IN CLASS ON TIME! Class starts at 10:30AM.
NO CELL PHONES WILL BE ALLOWED OUT DURING CLASS, UNLESS WE, AS A CLASS, ARE USING THEM FOR CLASS RELATED PURPOSES. IF YOU ARE CAUGHT USING YOUR CELL PHONE DURING CLASS, YOU WILL HAVE THE OPTION OF LEAVING YOUR PHONE AT MY DESK FOR THE REMAINDER OF CLASS OR LEAVING CLASS ( IF YOU CHOOSE TO LEAVE CLASS YOU WILL BE COUNTED ABSENT AND WILL NOT RECEIVE CREDIT FOR ANY CLASS WORK DONE THAT DAY). |
Discussion Forms |
There is an online component to this class. There will be weekly discussion posts that will be completed through Blackboard. Discussion topics will cover an issue facing the criminal justice system today or a topic from the required weekly reading. Each discussion will be available from midnight the first Monday of each week until 11:59 PM Thursday of the same week. There will be no makeup discussion assignments, if you miss a discussion assignment you will receive a zero for that assignment. To receive credit for each assignment, all criteria listed below must be met.
A discussion rubric will be posted on Blackboard. |
Scholastic Integrity |
Scholastic honesty is not only assumed, but required, of all students in all coursework and exams as they relate to this course. This instructor maintains a zero-tolerance policy with regards to occurrences of scholastic dishonesty. Occurrences of scholastic dishonesty will be dealt with on a case-by-case basis and will result in a grade of zero for the applicable assignment and/or removal from the course. Scholastic dishonesty is defined in the Amarillo College Student Code of Conduct as “…shall include, but not be limited to, cheating on a test, plagiarism, and collusion.” Determinations of scholastic dishonesty may be substantiated if a student engages in any of the following behaviors:
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Communication with your instructor and classmates |
Students should make themselves knowledgeable regarding appropriate ‘netiquette’ practices. There are several internet resources explaining the facets of netiquette. One good source is located at: http://learning.colostate.edu/guides/guide.cfm?guideid=4. Students will communicate with their instructor in a professional and courteous manner at all times. Discourteous, rude and/or aggressive emails, text messages or phone conversations will not be tolerated. When you have questions regarding the course, you should contact your instructor FIRST. Students or other Amarillo College staff or faculty are not responsible for making determinations regarding my course policies. In the event you have a complaint or issue regarding this course you should contact me first and if the situation cannot be resolved to your satisfaction, you may contact Sarah Uselding, Program Coordinator, of Criminal Justice Programs at (806) 354-6051. |
Exams: Exam Day: NO CELL PHONES, COMPUTERS, OR TABLETS ARE ALLOWED IN CLASS ON THE DAY OF EXAMS! If a student has one of these devices on the day of the test, the student will be asked to leave and will not be allowed to take the test. Students will not be permitted to leave the classroom once testing has begun. If a student leaves the room, then their test will be taken up and graded based on the questions they have answered up to that point. All tests will begin at 10:30 A.m., if a student enters the class after 10:40 A.M. they will not be allowed to take the test. YOU will have one hour and 15 minutes to complete each chapter exam, you will have two hours to complete the final exam. You will use the power points and in class ASSIGNMENTS As your study guide. online studying will be available through quizlet and in class review will be provided through kahoot. Quizzes: There will be two weekly quizzes given each week. The quizzes will be given at the beginning of class. If you arrive late or are absent you will not be allowed to make up the quizzes, no exceptions. Grading: Attendance [10%] Attendance and participation are required. A role sheet will be handed out at the beginning of class, you will sign acknowledging you are present. If you come in after the sign in sheet has been passed around, you will not be allowed to sign in and will be counted absent for that day. A student is allowed (2) two absences. Each additional absence will result in 10 points, per additional absence, being taken off of the attendance grade. STUDENTS HAVE FAILED SIMPLY BECAUSE THEY DID NOT ATTEND CLASS! Coursework [25%]: Assignments in this category include in class assignments, quizzes, notebook checks, and any other type of assignment of the instructor's choosing. Discussion Assignments [25%]: Students will be required to interact with others in the course. There will be specific discussion assignments in which the student will be required to post their own discussion answer and then respond to at least four (4) of his or her classmates' postings. Exams [30%]: There are five (5) chapter test. Each test will be over two chapters. The tests may contain multiple-choice, true-false, fill in the blank, and/or short answer. Final exam - The final contains 100 multiple-choice questions and is comprehensive in nature, covering all material from the entire semester.
Capstone Assignment [10%]: All information necessary for the required Capstone Assignment will be provided to students at the onset of the course to provide ample time for completion of all required elements therein. See the Capstone Assignment folder on the CONTENT tab of the course for all information and instructions for this assignment. A = 100%-89.5% B = 89.4%-79.5% F = 59.4% and below You get the grade you earn. At the end of the semester, if you have a final grade of an 89.5 you will receive an A, if you have a final grade of 89.4 you will receive a B. DO NOT CONTACT ME AT THE END OF THE SEMESTER AND ASK ME TO ADD POINTS TO YOUR GRADE.
Make up Policy: Because the lowest chapter exam score is dropped, there will be no make-up exams. If you miss a scheduled exam for any reason, that exam will be the exam score that will be dropped. The purpose for the drop grade is so that you can miss an exam for any reason, such as death in the family, illness, vacation, having a baby, not able to get your books on time, not having access to a computer, having to work, forgetting to take an exam, etc…
If you miss the final because you forgot there was a test or you got the days mixed up, you will receive a zero for that test, no makeup exam will be given.
Extra Credit: There is not an “extra credit” option. I want you to learn how to do college level work and do well in your class as opposed to passing a class based on extra credit. I want you to learn the study skills necessary to be successful as you continue taking courses in college. |
It is the student’s responsibility to drop a course or withdraw from the college. Failure to drop the course within a timely manner will result in the student receiving a performance grade, usually an “F”. The last day to drop is December 6, 2017, you must have my permission to drop. Students who wish to withdraw from a class must:
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Attendance and participation are required. A role sheet will be handed out at the beginning of class, you will sign acknowledging you are present. If you come in after the sign in sheet has been passed around, you will not be allowed to sign in and will be counted absent for that day. A student is allowed (2) two absences. Each additional absence will result in 10 points, per additional absence, being taken off of the attendance grade. STUDENTS HAVE FAILED SIMPLY BECAUSE THEY DID NOT ATTEND CLASS!
This course is divided into eight (8) weeks, a corresponding checklist for each week that contains all required reading and assignments. You will be required to print each check list and keep it in your binder. Students will be required to turn in assignments on specified dates, as referenced on the course calendar which is located on the class site under the CONTENT tab. The instructor reserves the right to make changes to the course schedule when deemed appropriate. Below is a basic outline of the course and the topics covered. The course calendar provided on the class site contains more detailed information and includes due dates for all assignments. Week 1
Week 2
Week 3
Week 4
Week 5
Week 6
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Format for assignments. |
ALL ASSIGNMENTS MUST BE TYPED. HANDWRITTEN WORK WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED! APA style https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/560/01/
Format:
Every homework assignment that you are required to turn in at the beginning of class must have the following cover page attached. If the cover page is missing 10 points will be deducted from your grade. This does not apply to online discussions or online assignments.
Title of paper Your name Police Systems and Practices Instructor Haskins |
Notebook |
Each student will be required to maintain a notebook. Your notebook will have the following sections, divided by dividers: Week 1 Week 2 Week 3 Week 4 Week 5 Week 6 Week 7
Each week will have:
Your notebook will also have a cover sheet that will be the first piece of paper in your binder. The cover page will contain the following information: Your name Police Systems and Practices Instructor Haskins
Behind your coversheet, before the tabs start, you will have the syllabus and a printed copy of the course calendar.
Notebook checks will be conducted on November 15, 2017 and December 6, 2017 |
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