Principles of Criminal Justice

Principles of Criminal Justice

CRJ 281

STUDENT GUIDE

BSJ

College of Adult Professional Studies

Written by Bruce A. Stuard , JD, MPA for

IndianaWesleyanUniversity

College of Adult and Professional Studies

 1/15/09

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INFORMATION

IWU Address1

IWU Phone Numbers1

IWU Fax Numbers1

IWU Web links1

Library Reference Help1

Spirit Care/Chaplaincy Program2

INTRODUCTION

Course Description3

Course Overview3

Course Objectives3

Course Outline4

IWU Mission Statement5

Vision for IndianaWesleyanUniversity5

Ten Across6

COURSE RESOURCES

Required Student Resources8

Online Resources8

Life Application Study Bible8

MEANS OF ASSESSMENT

Summary of Assignments and Weights10

Official Grading Scale10

A Note on Project Team Grades10

A Word About Grades11

Undergraduate Letter Grade Equivalencies11

WORKSHOP ONE

Biblical Wisdom12

Workshop One Objectives12

Workshop One Assignments12

WORKSHOP TWO

Biblical Wisdom14

Workshop Objectives14

Workshop Two Assignments14

Guidelines for writing papers15

WORKSHOP THREE

Biblical Wisdom27

Workshop Objectives27

Workshop Two Assignments28

WORKSHOP FOUR

Biblical Wisdom29

Workshop Objectives29

Workshop Two Assignments30

WORKSHOP FIVE

Biblical Wisdom31

Workshop Objectives31

Workshop Two Assignments32

WORKSHOP SIX

Biblical Wisdom33

Workshop Objectives33

Workshop Two Assignments34

WORKSHOP SEVEN

Biblical Wisdom36

Workshop Objectives36

Workshop Two Assignments37

WORKSHOP EIGHT

Biblical Wisdom38

Workshop Objectives38

Workshop Two Assignments39

INFORMATION

IWU ADDRESS

IndianaWesleyanUniversity

1900 W. 50th St.

Marion, IN 46953

IWU PHONE NUMBERS

Library 1-800-521-1848

APS 1-800-621-8667

Student Services Ext. 2359

Academics Ext. 2584

ElectivesExt. 2343

Textbook & Resource

DistributionExt. 2854

Financial AidExt. 2516

IWU FAX NUMBERS

Student Services1-765-677-2380

Academics1-765-677-2023

Electives1-765-677-2023

Textbook & Resource Distribution1-765-677-2650

Financial Aid1-765-677-2030

Library 1-765-677-2767

IWU WEB LINKS

APS Bulletin

End of Course Survey

APA Guide

Library

Electives

FOR LIBRARY REFERENCE HELP:

1-800-521-1848

ADDITIONAL PROGRAM INFORMATION

Spirit Care/Chaplaincy Program

As a ChristianUniversity, IWU is committed to the development of the complete person and desires to offer supportive opportunities for personal enrichment and growth. The Spiritcare Program was created to support these specific goals. Through the services of a Spiritcare Chaplain, students can have direct contact with a local pastor who can help meet their special needs.

A chaplain will be assigned to each CAPS core group.

INTRODUCTION

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course will provide both an overview of criminal justice and a focus on group interaction skills and the management of individual and professional priorities. Some of the areas covered will include behavioral style analysis, communication processes within groups, goal setting, prioritizing, and time-management.The overview of criminal justice will include a focus on Corrections, Criminology, Policing, Crisis Intervention, and Criminal Procedure.

COURSE OVERVIEW

Principles of Criminal Justice may be one of the most important classes you take during your degree program. It is an important course because you are here to begin your bachelor degree program that will be a foundation for future personal and professional development. Important also because we at IndianaWesleyanUniversity feel it is vital that you get your educational program off to a positive start with a good understanding of the University, your degree program, and your own personal style and preferences for personal interaction.
This course is designed to assist adult learners in returning to the educational setting. It is designed to help you gain skills and abilities that will prove useful as your career and education progress. The topics covered provide ideas and action steps for developing positive methods of interacting with individuals you will come in contact with during your professional life.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

After completing the course, students should:

Be able to describe the format, features, polices, and procedures of the Indiana Wesleyan University APS Program;
Be able to discuss the importance of self-management as a key element of personal and professional success;
Develop communication skills that are essential to successful completion of the APS Program;
Be able to explain the basic elements of group dynamics and the importance of teamwork as they relate to participation in the APS Program;
Understand issues affecting the professionalism of policing in America;
Be able to identify the basic concepts of criminology;
Understand the basic constitutional safeguards provided defendants and restrictions on official state action in the United States;
Be able to identify and understand correctional systems and correctional functions;
Understand the grief process.

COURSE OUTLINE

Workshop OneWorkshop Five

OrientationGoals and Values

IntroductionsPersonal Learning Styles

Personal Profile InstrumentCh. 7: Policing: Legal Aspects

Behavioral PatternsCh. 10: Pretrial Activity and Trial

Personal Style

Workshop TwoWorkshop Six

Interpersonal RelationsGroup Presentations

Writing StyleCh 12: Probation, Parole and C.C.

Information SourcesCh. 13: Prisons and Jails

Information SourcesCh. 14: Prison Life

Ch 1: What is Criminal Justice

Ch. 4: Criminal Law

Workshop ThreeWorkshop Seven

Group Problem SolvingCh. 16: Drugs and Crime

Developing CharacterCh. 17: Terrorism and

Ch. 2: The Crime Picture Multinational Criminal Justice

Ch. 3: The Search for CausesCh. 18: The Future of Crim. Justice

Workshop FourWorkshop Eight

Time ManagementSmall Groups and Teamwork

Time MasteryProject Teams

Ch. 5: Policing: History and StructureClass Representative

Ch. 6: Policing: Purpose and OrganizationEnd of Course Summary

Ch. 8: Policing: Issues and Challenges

INDIANAWESLEYANUNIVERSITYMISSION STATEMENT

IndianaWesleyanUniversity is a Christ-centered academic community committed to changing the world by developing students in character, scholarship, and leadership.

VISIONFORINDIANAWESLEYANUNIVERSITY

IndianaWesleyanUniversity will prepare each student to become a world changer. We will accomplish this by drawing students into an integrated experience of intellectual challenge, spiritual growth, and leadership development. Thus we will:

call students to Christian character;
expect academic excellence;
equip them for success in their vocations;
mentor them in leadership; and prepare them for service.

ACADEMIC HONESTY STATEMENT

Cheatingis defined in IWU’s APS Bulletin (see link below) as: “…submitting work for academic evaluation that is not the student’s own, copying answers from another student during an examination, using prepared notes or materials during an examination, or other misrepresentation of academic achievement submitted for evaluation and a grade” (P. 16).

Students must understand the difference between cheating and collaboration. There are many instances in which students are directed or permitted to collaborate with, or assist, one another on certain assignments. The product of these efforts is not cheating. Neither is it cheating to ask another student for assistance in understanding how to solve a problem or to understand a course concept, and to use that information to independently complete and submit the required assignment. It is cheating to copy the work of another student and to submit it under the pretext of having been independently produced.

Plagiarism is defined in the APS Bulletin (see link below) as: “To plagiarize is to include someone else’s writing, information, or idea in a paper and fail to acknowledge what you took by indicating whose work it is” (p. 16).

Plagiarism is considered cheating and applies to all forms of intellectual property. The Prentice Hall Reference Guide (2006) indicates “Plagiarism results when a writer fails to document a source so that the words and ideas of someone else are presented as the writer’s own work” (p. 292). According to the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (2001), which is also referred to as APA, “Each time you paraphrase another author (i.e., summarize a passage or rearrange the order of a sentence and change some of the words), you will need to credit the source in the text” (p. 349). Even when you use other people’s thoughts or concepts without crediting them as the source then you have stolen their intellectual work.

It is not plagiarism to quote material from a book, article, or web site as long as the author or source of the material is properly cited. Similarly, it is not plagiarism to copy a chart or a diagram from such a source, as long as the source is clearly credited. It is plagiarism to copy verbatim or closely paraphrase a chart or illustration, or material from any book, article, or web site without clearly identifying the source from which it was obtained.

A general rule of thumb for course assignments: quoted or paraphrased material with cited references should not exceed 25% of an assignment; 75% of an assignment should consist of your own words, thoughts, and ideas. You are expected to give credit when borrowing, quoting, or paraphrasing, using appropriate in-text citations and a Reference List.

At the discretion of the university and/or your facilitators, students may be required to submit assignments electronically as a Word document, which may be electronically scanned to detect plagiarism.

For further information on IWU’s Honesty/Cheating Policy, visit this site:

References

Harris, M. (2006). Prentice Hall Reference Guide, 6th ed. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson Prentice Hall.

Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, 5th ed. (2001). Washington, DC: American Psychological Association.

TEN ACROSS

One of the unique benefits we have with the APS curriculum is its lock-step nature. Students enrolled in a core program must take courses in a particular order. Classes are presented in a structured sequence that allows the curriculum to emphasize selected knowledge, skills, attitudes and values throughout the entire curriculum and not simply within individual courses.

The key question which constantly confronts the curriculum in our rapidly changing society is "What educational qualities will allow an individual to succeed and thrive in the unfolding future?" In reviewing literature on the subject and our own institutional distinctives, ten skills rise to the top. These skills we have titled "Ten Across." More than anything else, these are the skills IndianaWesleyanUniversity seeks to enhance across the curriculum of each of our APS degree programs. They are as follows:

1. The ability to see things from the perspective of a Christian Worldview.

2. Skill in ethical thought and action.

3. Values and skills necessary for lifelong learning.

4. The ability to read complex materials with comprehension.

5. Skill in thinking critically concerning ideas and performance (i.e. reflective practice).

6. Skill in problem solving and decision-making.

7. The ability to communicate effectively through writing.

8. The ability to communicate effectively orally.

9. The ability to find needed information (sometimes called information literacy).

10. The ability to work effectively in teams.

You as a student need to be aware of these ten items. When you read through course objectives, you should automatically add the Ten Across. When you write papers, give presentations, do research or discuss case studies, remember that your instructor will be looking for skill development in these ten areas in addition to the specific course objectives.

COURSE RESOURCES

REQUIRED STUDENT RESOURCES

Baker, L., & Douglas, M. (1993). The time mastery profile. Minneapolis, MN: Carlson

Learning Company.

Barton, B.B. et al. (Ed.) (2005). Life application study bible: new international version. Wheaton,IL: Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.

* This Bible is required in most Religion electives; please keep.

Geier, J. (1990). Personal profile system. Minneapolis, MN: Carlson Learning Company.

Harris, M. (2006). Prentice Hall reference guide to grammar and usage (6th ed.). Upper

Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall

You will use this guide throughout your program; please keep.

IndianaWesleyanUniversity. Adult and professional studies bulletin.

IndianaWesleyanUniversity. Off campus library services library resource guide.

Katzenbach, J. R., & Smith, D. K. (1993). The discipline of teams. Harvard Business

Review, 111-120.

Schmalleger, F (2009). Criminal Justice Today: An introductory text for the Twenty-

First Century (10th ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall
ONLINE RESOURCES

Prentice Hall Reference Guide Custom Companion Website:

LIFE APPLICATION STUDY BIBLE (NIV):

The New International Version Life Application Bible will be used in all Bible and most Religion electives in the College of Adult and Professional Studies at IndianaWesleyanUniversity. In order to graduate from IndianaWesleyanUniversity, each student needs six (6) credits in Bible and Religion/Philosophy, with at least three (3) credits of the six (6) required in a course with a BIL prefix.

The courses that count toward your BIL requirement include the following:

• BIL 101 Old Testament Survey

• BIL 102 New Testament Survey

• BIL 120 Themes in Biblical Literature

• BIL 201 Methods in Bible Study

• BIL 231 Biblical Archaeology

The courses that count toward your BIL/PHL/REL requirement include both those listed above and:

• PHL 282 Ethics

• PHL 283 Philosophy and Christian Thought

• REL 225 American Religious Issues

• REL 228 Defending the Faith

MEANS OF ASSESSMENT

SUMMARY OF ASSIGNMENTS AND WEIGHTS

Assignment / Points / Due
Attendance / 320 / WS 1—WS 8
Disc Paper / 90 / WS 2
Home town Crime Paper / 125 / WS 5
Library Assignment / 20 / WS 6
Success Plan Paper / 100 / WS 8
Weekly Small Projects / 245 / WS 2 – WS 8
Class Participation / 100 / WS 1- WS 8
End of Course Survey / 15 / WS 8

OFFICIAL GRADING SCALE

A 4.0 95% – 100%

A- 3.7 92% – 94.99%

B+ 3.3 89% – 91.99%

B 3.0 85% – 88.99%

B- 2.7 82% – 84.99%

C+ 2.379% – 81.99%

C 2.075% – 78.99%

C- 1.7 72% – 74.99%

D+ 1.3 69% – 71.99%

D 1.0 65% – 68.99%

F 0.0 0% – 64.99%

Note: Project Team Grades

Experienced instructors recognize that all groups are composed of members with different strengths and weaknesses. There are, however, occasions where one or more members of the group can seriously jeopardize the group grade on an assignment. In such cases it is the University’s desire that instructors take into account extenuating circumstances when assigning grades to individuals on group projects. The high performing student should not be penalized nor the purposefully underachieving student profit from such situations

A WORD ABOUT GRADES

The whole purpose of grading in education is to give feedback concerning the accomplishment of course goals. The feedback is of interest to a variety of parties. First, the university needs to have some assessment of how well a particular individual or group is accomplishing the objectives of a course. It also would like a sense of how well the chosen instructional design is working. Second, employers and others outside the institution often use grades as an indicator of knowledge gained of a particular subject. Finally, students find grades useful to help them assess their own progress in learning a subject.

Of course, the best judge of personal educational progress is you, the learner. Grades are simply one external indicator of the extent of learning with respect to particular course objectives. They are not meant to be interpreted as indicators of intelligence, ability or individual worth.

IndianaWesleyanUniversity does strive to assign grades as fairly as possible. In order to foster a degree of uniformity between faculty members and to help students understand our definition of each grade, the following descriptions have been established.

UNDERGRADUATE LETTER GRADE EQUIVALENCIES

A = Clearly stands out as excellent performance. Has unusually sharp insights into material and initiates thoughtful questions. Sees many sides of an issue. Articulates well and writes logically and clearly. Integrates ideas previously learned form this and other disciplines. Anticipates next steps in progression of ideas.

Example: “A” work should be of such nature that it could be put on reserve for all students to review and emulate. The “A” student is, in fact, an example for others to follow.

B =Demonstrates a solid comprehension of the subject matter and always accomplishes all course requirements. Serves as an active participant and listener. Communicates orally and in writing at an acceptable level for an undergraduate. Work shows intuition and creativity.

Example: “B” work indicates good quality of performance and is given in recognition for solid work; a “B” should be considered a good grade and awarded to those who submit assignments of quality less than the exemplary work described above.

C = Quality and quantity of work in and out of class is average. Has marginal comprehension, communication skills, or initiative. Requirements of the assignments are addressed at least minimally.

D =Quality and quantity of work is below average. Elements of the assigned work may be missing or unsatisfactory.

F = Quality and quantity of work in and out of class is unacceptable for an undergraduate student. Example: This work does not qualify the student to progress to a more advanced level of work.

WORKSHOP ONE

Personal Awareness

BIBLICAL WISDOM

Jeremiah 29:11 (The Message)

“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”

Romans 15:7 (The Message)

“Accept one another, then, just as Christ accepted you, in order to bring praise to God.”

WORKSHOP ONE OBJECTIVES

By the end of this workshop, students should be able to:

Describe the essential features of IndianaWesleyanUniversity in general and also the CAPS Program.
Identify the overall curricular goals of the CAPS Program.
Introduce themselves to other members of the class.
Discuss the concept of needs motivated behavior.
Describe the distinctions of the four behavioral-style patterns.
Identify their own behavioral styles and explore ways in which the strengths and weaknesses of their styles impact effective self-management.

WORKSHOP ONE ASSIGNMENTS

There are no assignments to be completed prior to Workshop One.

WORKSHOP TWO

Research on the Individual

Introduction to Criminal Justice

BIBLICAL WISDOM

Proverbs 3:3-4

Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart. Then you will win favor and a good name in the sight of God and man.

WORKSHOP OBJECTIVES

At the completion of the workshop, the participant should be able to:

Explain how behavioral styles impact interpersonal relationships.
State the general writing style expectations of the APS Program.
Identify information sources and know how to access them.
Compare the major competing themes in criminal justice, individual rights and societal safety.
Discuss the nature of the rule of law, and describe its purpose in Western democracies.

WORKSHOP ASSIGNMENTS

The following assignments should be completed prior to this workshop:

Individual Assignments

Distribute the colored DiSC behavioral style cards to 10 co-workers or associates and document their perceptions of your style by their rank ordering of the traits most characteristic of you. Using this information and the insights gained through completion of the Personal Profile instrument, write a 2-3 page paper exploring the following issues:
What is your behavioral style according to the Personal Profile instrument? Provide specific examples of experiences you have had that support the results of the profile and briefly outline the areas in which you most agree with the descriptions of your style. What are your strengths and weaknesses?
Summarize the results of the co-worker survey and discuss how the results of the survey correlate with the results of the Personal Profile completed during Workshop One.
Explore the impact of these insights on your effectiveness in relating with others in the work place. What strategies might you use to be more effective? How does an understanding of others' behavior help you communicate and accomplish tasks?
Read “The Discipline of Teams” article.
Read “Guidelines for Writing Papers” included in the Student Guide.
Review Prentice Hall Reference Guide to Grammar and Usage and become familiar with its contents.
Read chapters one and four of Criminal Justice Today.
View an episode of “Law and Order.”

Project Team Assignment