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  • CJ705 Discussion Questions

    Chapter #1 discusses why we should study criminal justice organizations and the differences between organizational complexity. Complex goals are also discussed. Most organizations have multiple and conflicting complex goals. There are consequences for this complexity.

    Use the discussion questions from Chapters 1 & 2 on page 20 and page 50 as the baseline. Then choose 1 question from each page to answer in your discussion. Return to the discussion forum throughout the week and respond to comments made to your posts

    Requirements:

  • Response1

    Your response should be 1-3 pages, double-spaced, 12 pt. Times New Roman. This is not a research-based paper but should reflect what has been covered in the previous section and your understanding of the material. You can include outside material in order to support your response but be sure to properly cite this material (in-text and in a reference page). Make sure to answer all parts of the question in your response!Once finished, be sure to submit your response on Canvas.

    Choose ONE of the following questions and answer it in full:

    1. Crime and deviance are both legally defined and socially constructed. Some argue that criminologists should only focus on acts that are illegal. Do you agree? Or do you think it is also important to study acts that are deviant but legal? Why? What are the advantages and/or disadvantages?
    2. Some of the first efforts in victimology research focused on victim precipitation the extent to which a victim played a role in their own victimization. Is this tactic a good approach? If yes, how? Or does it lend itself to victim blaming? Explain your answer.
    3. Which of Beccarias elements of punishment do you think is most important? Why? Do you think this is currently being implemented in the CJS? If so, how? If not, how could it be implemented and what would the outcomes be?
    4. Regarding rational choice theory, if you were to shoplift, would you rather be subjected to formal sanctions but be assured that none of your family members, friends, or employers would find out, or would you rather face informal sanctions with no formal punishment? Explain your decision.

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  • 5-1 Discussion: Assessing SWOT Analysis Findings

    First, read the Final Report and Recommendations created by the Newton Police Reform Task Force. Then, in your initial post, address the following: Classify whether each finding is related to a strength, weakness, opportunity and/or threat. Also, offer an explanation as to why you came to your conclusion.

    Attached Files (PDF/DOCX): 637508901472830000.pdf

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  • Discussion Week 10 8140

    • Pollock, J. M. (2022). Ethical dilemmas and decisions in criminal justice (11th ed.). Cengage Learning.
    • Chapter 12, Discretion and Dilemmas in Corrections (pp. 292317)
    • Chapter 13, Correctional Professionals: Misconduct and Responses (pp. 318344)
    • GreggU. (2018, December 21).
    • [Video]. YouTube. https://youtu.be/0BRaIKa-htk
    • Read the required Learning Resources.
    • Watch the case study video.
    • Review Situation 2 in Chapter 12 of Ethical Dilemmas and Decisions in Criminal Justice (Pollock, 2022) on page 316. Also review Situation 4 in Chapter 13 of Ethical Dilemmas and Decisions in Criminal Justice (Pollock, 2022) on page 344. Choose one to focus on for this Discussion.
    • Consider what you would do in this case study dilemma.

    By Day 3

    Write an initial post in which you:

    • Summarize the case study.
    • Identify the specific ethical or professional dilemma.
    • Articulate possible options to address the dilemma.
    • Explain which option offers the best overall outcome including how it can lead to positive social change.
    • Use key terms related to corrections.
    • Ask any questions you may have about the dilemma or your chosen options and outcomes.

    Read your colleagues posts.

  • Discussion Week 11 8105

    Doctoral Scholarship

    The following resource is the experience of a former doctoral student. Their tips may help you continue to think about your theoretical framework.

    • Pacheco-Vega, R. (2018, September 28).
    • . http://www.raulpacheco.org/2018/09/writing-theoretical-frameworks-analytical-frameworks-and-conceptual-frameworks/

    Write an initial post, in which you reflect on at least one of the following prompts:

    • Reflect on how your understanding of theory and the universality of theory has evolved.
    • Explain how you will use what you have learned about theory in developing a research question for your dissertation.
    • Identify what challenges you may have as you apply theory in your doctoral-level work and research.
    • Explain how theory is an essential component of what you do as a doctoral student.

    Use APA style citations and references to integrate sources into your post.

  • 4-1 Discussion: Ethical Considerations in Research

    After reading The Truth About Chicago’s Crime Rates and viewing Law Schools Still ‘Inaccurate’ on Employment Numbers, Says Law Prof (9:30) , discuss the following in your initial post: Describe at least two repercussions of unethical research. Explain the impact that unethical research has on the results of that research. Provide an example.

  • Week 5 Assign 8991

    Use the worksheet to reflect on what you have discovered about yourself with regard to each of the following competency areas:

    1. Competency Area 1: Scholarly Process & Identity
    2. Competency Area 2: Technology
    3. Competency Area 3: Library/Reading
    4. Competency Area 4: Scholarly Writing
    5. Competency Area 5: Research/Dissertation
    6. Competency Area 6: Career/Professional
    7. Competency Area 7: Dispositions

    Also reflect on the following:

    • In which areas do you feel confident?
    • In which areas do you need to continue developing your skills?
    • What steps might you take to ensure continued development in these growth areas?

    Attached Files (PDF/DOCX): CRJS_8991_MD5_Assign2_CompDevelopTracker.docx

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  • 3-2 Activity: Analyzing the Data

    Overview Understanding how data is collected is an important aspect of ensuring a research projects or experiments overall validity. Research ethics is an integral part of any valid research finding. This research will potentially have a major impact on your decision as a leader within the criminal justice organization where you are employed. Therefore, it is vital to ensure proper findings by ethical data collection to minimize liability in your decisions. Prompt Read the following real-world case study: The Kansas City Preventive Patrol Experiment. Then, read the following information on predictive policing: Evaluation of the Shreveport Predictive Policing Experiment. Think about the research and data collection methods used in both studies. Compare and contrast both methods. Identify ways in which the findings of the research experiments could be vulnerable to liability. Suggest alternative methods to minimize liability in the research findings. If no vulnerabilities can be identified, explain how the methods used in the research experiment preserved ethical and accurate findings. Specifically, the following critical elements must be addressed: Compares and contrasts the data collection methods of two case studies Identifies the vulnerabilities of the research findings and/or explains if methods used preserved ethical and accurate findings Suggests alternative methods to limit liabilities What to Submit Your paper must be submitted as a 2- to 3-page Microsoft Word document with double spacing, 12-point Times New Roman font, one-inch margins, and at least three sources cited in APA format.

    Attached Files (PDF/DOCX): Evaluation of the Shreveport Predictive Policing Experiment National Institute.pdf, Kelling-et-al-1974-THE-KANSAS-CITY-PREVENTIVE-PATROL-EXPERIMENT.pdf

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  • 3-1 Discussion: Data Collection

    First, review the following articles: The Kansas City Preventive Patrol Study and Oregon Prison Tackles Solitary Confinement With Blue Room Experiment. Then, in your initial post, address the following: Describe one or two of the most effective methods of data collection related to a criminal justice organization. Discuss the importance of collecting unbiased data for research. What type of evidence or facts would you use when making a decision?

    Attached Files (PDF/DOCX): Kelling-et-al-1974-THE-KANSAS-CITY-PREVENTIVE-PATROL-EXPERIMENT.pdf, Oregon prison tackles solitary confinement with Blue Room experiment – oregonliv.pdf

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  • 2-1 Discussion: Mission Statements

    Begin by watching the following video: GRPD Taps Public to Hone Mission Statement, available at the link below: After viewing the video, create your initial discussion post by addressing the following questions: What are the potential drawbacks, if any, of involving the community in the development of an organizational mission statement? What are the potential benefits, if any, of using community input when forming an organizational mission statement? Do the suggestions provided by the community align with and meet the minimum standards and goals of the department as a whole? Be sure to support your responses with thoughtful analysis and, when appropriate, examples from the video.