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3.00 Credits
This course will critically analyze how the news media influenced public discussion of political and social issues in the 20th and 21st centuries, as well as examine how these issues were debated in the news. Drawing on readings from political science, communications, and history, students will also examine how political powers in mass democracies use the news media as a mechanism of persuasion and social control.
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3.00 Credits
This course explores the culture of Cyberspace and the wide range of social, legal, ethical, political and economic issues associated with the evolution of the online world. From its origins as a government sponsored communications network, the Internet has evolved to become the de facto center of information society. In the process, online communication is fundamentally changing how people relate to each other in a computer mediated world. We will also examine the environment that created the Internet and the issues that are emerging along with it. Through a series of readings, reflections, exploration of web sites and online exchanges, students will examine how the Internet is changing culture and society. This will include an exploration of online public spaces such as Facebook, YouTube, MySpace, blogs, online dating, virtual environments and identities, globalization and the legal issues surrounding privacy, anonymity, predatory online behavior, copyright, libel, indecency, obscenity, hate speech, cyberbullying and junk mail. Throughout the course, emphasis will be placed on developing an understanding of the boundaries of online behavior and freedom of expression in the complex, rabidly changing Internet environment.
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3.00 Credits
The history, concepts, and scope of the juvenile justice system and its contrast with the adult system of justice. Includes an analysis of the juvenile justice process from initial intervention of delinquency and status offenses by law enforcement personnel and others through release from intervention. Offered Spring
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3.00 Credits
An in-depth analysis of correctional alternatives available for the treatment of the offender. Emphasis will focus on the traditional correctional facilities as well as probation, parole, and community corrections alternatives. Offered Spring
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3.00 Credits
This course analyzes some of the distinct differences between public and private management. The theory of controlling, organizÂing, planning, directing and assembling resources is covered. Students will develop a course project designed to cover the concepts explored in this course. Offered Spring
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3.00 Credits
Course is designed to address the two common options to the imprisonment of a convicted offender. Theoretical approaches regarding the philosophical as well as the practical aspects of these alternatives are considered. Offered Fall even numbered years
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3.00 Credits
A study of the various supervision methods and considerations for effective intervention with the criminal justice client. Incorporates the skills of pre-sentence assessment and supervision planning, interfacing with other branches of the human service delivery system, and counseling techniques appropriate for use by the criminal justice worker. Offered Fall even numbered years
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3.00 Credits
An in-depth study of the wide range of court decisions that have had an effect on the offender. Concentrates on due process in the institutions, parole and probation hearings, and classification procedures. This is a writing intensive course. Offered Fall odd numbered years
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to examine the etiology, risk factors, and treatment of alcoholism and other addictions. Focus will include historical and research foundations with the understanding of the trans-disciplinary foundations of the substance abuse theory and professional practice. Offered Fall
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to provide the student with knowledge and experience in therapeutic factors, techniques, methods, and basic skills relative to effective counseling. Specific focus will include an introduction to the practice of individual counseling with the micro-skills approach (Ivey). Students will demonstrate competence with basic counseling theory and skills through simulated counseling sessions. Counseling skills and intervention strategies will be practiced through in-class exercises. Offered Fall
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