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Please know that I am here to help you not only with the course but any career or school related concerns you may have.
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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.
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CRIJ-2313-001 Correctional Systems and Practices
This course is a survey of institutional and non-institutional corrections. Emphasis will be placed on the organization and operation of correctional systems; treatment and rehabilitation; populations served; Constitutional issues; and current and future issues.
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:
Melodie Graves
Justice Involved Advocate
Student Service Center 117
mgraves24@actx.edu
806-371-5995
Make appointment at https://melodiegraves.youcanbook.me
You can also contact 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
Introduction to Corrections, 3rd Edition 2020 by Robert D. Hanser
ISBN: 9781544339078 (REQUIRED TEXTBOOK)
IMPORTANT: STUDENTS WILL NEED THEIR TEXTBOOK THE FIRST WEEK OF CLASS
Supplies
All students enrolling in this class must have access to a working computer, active and functioning internet service, some 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 don’t 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.
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
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: There are certain requirements that will be necessary for the successful completion of this class. The requirements are mandatory, and ware explained fully in this syllabus
Class structure, important announcements: You are responsible for keeping up with the assigned readings. The textbook readings are intended to provide background information for my lecture. If for some reason I am unable to lecture on a 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. The readings will be from the textbook listed above, 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 reading; therefore, class participation is expected.
HOW TO PREPARE FOR THE EXAMS:
This is a three-hour course. An estimate of study time outside of class is 3 hours for every one hour in class. Therefore, you need to plan on spending at least nine hours per week studying for this class, outside the classroom.
Exams:
Each student will be required to take 4-chapter exams. No comprehensive final will be required. No exam grades will be dropped. The chapter exams will consist of multiple choice, matching, or true/false questions.
NO TABLETS, LAPTOPS, ETC…ARE ALLOWED IN CLASS DURING EXAMS! IF A STUDENT HAS ONE OF THESE DEVICES ON THE DAY OF THE TEST, THE STUDENT WILL BE ASKED TO SECURE THE DEVICE IN THEIR CAR OR OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM.
STUDENTS WILL NOT BE PERMITTE 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 COMPLETED UP TO THAT POINT.
ALL TESTS WILL BEGIN AT 7:30 PM ON THE DATE OF THE EXAM. IF A STUDENT ENTERS CLASS AFTER THEY WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO TAKE THE TEST.
YOU WILL HAVE ONE HOUR AND 15 MINUTES TO COMPLETE EACH CHAPTER EXAM.
Grading Criteria
4 chapter exams 40% Each exam worth 100 points
Writing Assignment 20% Assignment worth 100 points
Class Presentation 15% Class presentation worth 40 points
Class Debate Participation 15% Death Penalty Debate notes
Attendance 10% (16 class periods)
Grading Schema:
A = 100% - 89.5%
B = 89.4% - 79.5%
C = 79.4% - 69.5%
D = 69.5% - 59.5%
F = 59.4% and below
You get the grade you earn. Students determine what their final grades are going to be not professors. Please take responsibility for your work and make every effort to do your best. At the end of the semester, if you have questions pertaining to your grade, please make an appointment to discuss with me outside of class.
Make-up Policy
If you miss a scheduled exam for any reason, if the absence is determined excused by the instructor, you may make up the exam through coordinating arrangements with the professor. Notice must be given to the professor prior to the beginning of class the date of the exam, informing the professor that (1) you intend to miss the exam, (2) reason for absence, and (3) when you are available to make up exam. Failure to provide this prior notice will result in student receiving no grade, and waiving the make-up. Upon receipt of notice of expected absence and request to make-up exam, professor will take into consideration the circumstances and notify student of decision and a make-update, time, and location in which the exam may be completed.
Extra-Credit: There is no “extra credit” options for this class.
Attendance and participation are required. Professor will take attendance at the beginning of each class. You will need to be in the class and in your seat prior to the beginning of each class to insure you receive proper credit. Each student will be allowed (2) absences per semester. Any additional absence will result in 10 points being taken off the attendance grade. STUDENTS MAY FAIL SIMPLY BECAUSE THEY DID NOT ATTEND CLASS!
Class Schedule:
6:00 – 7:15 Lecture
7:15 – 7:30 Break
7:30 – 8:45 Lecture
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DATE |
CLASS ASSIGNMENT |
HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENT |
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08/27 |
Introduction, Syllabus, Writing Assignment and Class Presentation, Debate Overview, APA Guideline |
Chapter 1 |
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08/29 |
Chapter 1 / video presentation/discussion Writing Topic Assigned and Presentation Date select |
Chapter 2 & 3 |
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09/03 |
Labor Day Holiday – no class - Chapter 2 & 3 |
Exam 1 / Chapter 4 |
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09/05 |
Review & Exam / Chapter 4 / video presentation/discussion |
Chapter 17 / Debate notes |
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09/10 |
Chapter 17 / Death Penalty Debate |
Debate notes Due /Ch 7&8 |
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09/12 |
Chapter 7 & 8 |
Chapter 9 |
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09/17 |
Chapter 9 / Guest Speaker |
Exam 2 |
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09/19 |
Review (Ch 4, 17, 7, 8, 9) / Exam |
Chapter 10 & 11 |
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09/24 |
Chapter 10 & 11 |
Chapter 12 & 13 |
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09/26 |
Chapter 12 & 13 |
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10/01 |
Field Trip to RCSO Detention Center – tentative TBA |
Exam 3 |
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10/03 |
Review & Exam / Guest Speaker Turn in Writing Assignment beginning of class |
Writing Assignment Due Chapter 5 |
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10/08 |
Chapter 5 / Individual Presentations (5) |
Chapter 6 |
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10/10 |
Chapter 6 / / Individual Presentations (5) |
Chapter 16 |
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10/15 |
Chapter 16 / / Individual Presentations (5) |
Exam 4 |
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10/17 |
Review & Exam / / Individual Presentations (3) |
End of Semester |
~Reproduction of Course Materials~
Students are prohibited from reproducing any portion of this class without written permission from the instructor of record or authorization through Disability Services. This includes, but is not limited to, lecture notes, class discussion boards or any other class materials. For purposes of the policy herein, “reproducing” applies to photographic reproduction, audio, video, or any other type of reproduction of course materials.
Students who create and/or share an unauthorized reproduction of course materials via any means, including social media, are violating an instructor's intellectual property rights and could potentially be subjected to disciplinary actions under the Amarillo College Student Code of Conduct. Additionally, should any footage be shown of proprietary materials, the student who created or shared the unauthorized video may also be subject to copyright laws.
This policy has been adopted by all instructors in the Criminal Justice Department. Questions or concerns should be directed to Sarah Uselding, Program Coordinator and/or Eric Wallace, Director.
~Extra-Credit Opportunities~
Determinations regarding whether or not extra-credit opportunities will be afforded to students is at the discretion of the instructor. In the event an option for extra-credit is offered by the instructor, comprehensive guidelines and information will be provided to the student. Students are not required to participate in extra-credit opportunities.
This policy has been adopted by all instructors in the Criminal Justice Department. Questions or concerns should be directed to Sarah Uselding, Program Coordinator and/or Eric Wallace, Director.
~Student Complaints~
A complaint is an allegation of improper, unfair, arbitrary or discriminatory treatment by college personnel. Students should attempt to resolve concerns informally with the instructor before filing a formal complaint. Any student or group of students may file a complaint concerning any campus issue. The Amarillo College Student Complaint Policy is described in detail in the Student Rights and Responsibilities document.
If you have a complaint regarding the instructor or some aspect of the course, you should first contact your instructor immediately in person or via email and attempt to resolve the situation. If the situation can’t be resolved to your satisfaction, you should then contact Sarah E. Uselding, Program Coordinator of Criminal Justice Programs, at (806) 354-6081 or seuselding@actx.edu.
ADDITIONAL ACADEMIC INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLASS PROJECTS
Writing Assignment Format and Instructions
All assignments must be typed and follow APA Writing Requirements. APA Guidelines will be provided in class and on Blackboard to assist student in correct formatting.
DUE DATE FOR TURNING IN WRITING ASSIGNMENT WILL BE BEGINNING OF CLASS October 2nd .
Format:
Use 8.5 x 11 paper
Double spaced with 1” margins on all edges
Page number in lower right corner
Indent each new paragraph
Use Times Romans 12 pt. font.
Length requirements:
5 pages - to include a cover page, 3 full pages of context and 1 page Bibliography/Reference Page.
Purpose – To apply correctional theories and concepts to current correctional practices in the criminal justice system.
Students will need to review correctional theories and concepts covered in class and within the text to complete this paper. Students will be assigned a specific correctional issue in which the system must address daily within operating correctional institutes. Through your research of the issue you will explain the social concerns and problems identified from the text book. You are also expected to do research in order to complete this assignment. These outside sources will provide you the in-depth information needed to describe how our society approaches resolutions including many of the factors the correctional system must address, impact of the issue on society and your recommendation for improvements or solutions. Please use only reliable and scholarly sources. Wikipedia is not a reliable source. Internet web sites are not reliable sources.
Each student’s paper will focus on one specific correctional topic and expand through your research to include multiple sources of information to explain and support your position on the topic. In conclusion, you should offer a recommendation or suggestions on how to remedy problems.
Content Formatting:
In addition to the cover page, the body of your report should be broken into six sections.
Supporting Citations / References in Bibliography Page
Student will be required to include a minimum of 5 different references in their paper. One reference can include the text book. Attempt to locate 4 different sources for details pertaining to the subject matter. In citing both in your paper and in your bibliography, use must follow APA GUIDELINES in how to properly cite. FAILURE TO FOLLOW APA GUIDELINES WILL RESULT IN A 25% REDUCTION ON YOUR GRADE.
Submitting Papers
All papers should be printed out in a hard copy and stapled with cover page on top. Bibliography will be the last page.
ALL papers are due no later than October 2nd at the beginning of class.
Class Presentation
Purpose and Instructions – to share with your classmates the information and knowledge you found from researching the topic you have written about. You may use visual aids, power points, U-tube videos, or other resources in your presentation. Presentations will be 15-20 minutes in length. No more than 5 minutes may be video resources. Dates for presentation will be assigned first week of class.
Death Penaty Debate Participations and Notes
Purpose and Instructions – Class will be divided into two groups. Advocates for the death penalty and advocates for no death penalty, but prefer life sentences.
Each group will research their position and develop an argument in support of their position. Each group will also need to prepare a counter argument to their opponent’s position. Each individual in a group will be responsible for delivering a portion of the overall team debate. Each student will need to prepare debate notes which will be turned in for a grade upon the end of the debate.
Each group will be provided a total of 30 minutes to present.
The first group will have 15 minutes for advocating their position.
The second group will then provide a 10 minute response in countering the previous group’s arguments.
The first group will then have a 5 minute rebuttal.
This process will be repeated by the opposing group.
To conclude: Each group will have a 10 minute closing argument.
A written survey will be conducted by the instructor at the end of class and each student’s debate notes will be collected for a grade.
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