10504914Juvenile Justice
Course Information
Description
Examines the history of the juvenile justice system and the nature and extent of juvenile delinquency in the U.S. Compares biological, psychological and sociological theories; analyzes the impact of social issues related to delinquency. Outlines case law regarding legal rights of juveniles; distinguishes between the roles of the Police, Juvenile Courts, and Juvenile Aftercare within the juvenile justice system and how they interact and influence each other.
Total Credits
3
Course Competencies
  1. Articulate the historical and legal evolution of the juvenile justice system.
    Assessment Strategies
    Individual project, quiz
    Criteria
    You create a historical events timeline that includes 10 accurate data points
    You demonstrate ability to locate data points in the course text and/or other source(s) that are relevant to the evolution of the juvenile justice system as it is today
    You summarize your findings to the class
    You define terms used in the juvenile justice system on a quiz and score at least 75%

  2. Distinguish the differences between the juvenile justice and criminal justice systems goals and limitations when involving juveniles.
    Assessment Strategies
    Online discussion board questions and replies, quiz
    Criteria
    You contribute three original online discussion board questions and reply to three entries done by classmates within two days of posting by instructor
    Your entries are based on the course text, in class discussion, factual data sources and observations
    Your discussion board entries are grammatically correct
    You use correct spelling and punctuation
    Your follow up replies respect the viewpoints and opinions of others
    You complete quiz and score at least 75%

  3. Quantify the effects of juvenile crime in a community and society.
    Assessment Strategies
    Written essay exam
    Criteria
    Your handwritten product is grammatically correct with correct spelling and punctuation
    You score 75% or greater on the exam
    You complete the exam in class and within one hour
    You list the various types of factors that place juveniles at risk for delinquency
    You describe the effects of juvenile crime on community image and safety
    You define the concept of ‘school to prison pipeline’ in the context of race, and why this is relevant
    You briefly summarize the economic impact that juvenile crime has on communities and society
    You explain clearly the impact that juvenile crime has on families
    You provide accurate examples of how gender bias works in the juvenile justice system

  4. Analyze causes for juvenile delinquency.
    Assessment Strategies
    Student small group teach back, quiz
    Criteria
    You create two relevant discussion questions on biological, psychological and social causes of delinquency to pose to your group
    You initiate conversation in your group by posing your questions for consideration
    You listen to others in your group and give reasonable responses
    You express views and feelings clearly and appropriately
    State main points in a concise and precise manner
    You complete quiz and score at least 75%

  5. Diagnose the needs of children and juveniles in need of protection and services.
    Assessment Strategies
    Written paper, quiz
    Criteria
    Your written product is grammatically correct with correct spelling and punctuation
    Your final product is two pages, double spaced, Times New Roman font 12 pt
    You explain the meaning of the acronym CHIPs (Children in need of Protective Services) versus JIPs (Juveniles in need of Protective Services)
    You explain what children may be need protection or services
    You explain the needs of juveniles placed under a JIPs petition
    You distinguish which Wisconsin State Statute cover CHIPs or JIPs (Chapter 48 & 938)
    You define status offenses and list examples
    You summarize types of child abuse
    You describe the impact of abuse on victims
    You list several mandated reporters of child abuse
    You complete quiz and score at least 75%

  6. Select appropriate resources to aid juveniles and identify public and private resources aimed at providing care and services to juveniles detained, hospitalized, or incarcerated.
    Assessment Strategies
    Story vignettes, quiz
    Criteria
    You carefully evaluate each vignette provided by the instructor
    You identify the behavior(s) the juvenile in the vignette is exhibiting
    You discuss possible causes for the behavior
    You compare and share evidence-based resource options with classmates
    You outline a set of resource options that could best meet the need of the juvenile
    You defend your decision verbally to the instructor You complete quiz and score at least 75%

  7. Define legal terms, statutes, and age restrictions involved in the juvenile and criminal justice system.
    Assessment Strategies
    Written exam
    Criteria
    Your work product is grammatically correct with correct spelling and punctuation
    You score 75% or greater on the exam
    You complete the exam in class and within one hour
    You describe the concept of police discretion
    You explain the rights (and limitations) of juveniles at home, school and in public
    You summarize each of the five landmark law cases that changed legal norms in the Juvenile Justice System
    You define the legal concept of preventive detention
    You list the steps of the pre-adjudication procedure, the adjudicatory process and the dispositional hearing
    You compare the effectiveness of the various sentencing alternatives, including restitution and restorative justice
    You describe the four functions of juvenile probation
    You explain the tools used by probation/aftercare officers to reduce crime and control risk

  8. Describe investigative techniques when investigating crimes against juveniles.
    Assessment Strategies
    Practice interviews, quiz
    Criteria
    You greet the juvenile by name
    You are open and approachable
    You introduce yourself and your role
    You demonstrate empathy, pay attention to any symptoms of nervousness and are sensitive to the juvenile’s needs
    You have created a list of questions that you feel are most important to ask
    You ask the juvenile about their understanding of why they are being interviewed
    You use open ended questions and are careful about asking ‘yes-no’ questions
    You take your time and are not hurried
    You address any questions that the juvenile might have
    You compare the results of your interview with elements of various crimes and decide upon the appropriate charge(s)
    You complete quiz and score at least 75%

  9. Engage a community stakeholder to participate in a juvenile justice related program or event.
    Assessment Strategies
    Community Service Learning Project, Presentation
    Criteria
    You identify the level or type of participation to achieve
    You identify a community stakeholder to engage
    You maintain communication with community stakeholder throughout project
    You identify which resources are needed and available
    You identify any limitations or potential barriers
    You evaluate whether the engagement met its purpose
    You present your findings to class
    You score 75% or greater on the exam