Cite from book: American Corrections, 13th Edition By: Clear, Todd R. ISBN: 978-0-357-45653-8
1. Describe the historical context of American corrections.
2. List and briefly describe the 5 goals of corrections. Citing at least 2 sources, how effective has U.S. Corrections been at achieving these 5 goals?
3. Discuss the differences and similarities in the roles between the Pennsylvania and Auburn systems.
4. What are the historical differences among probation, parole, and community-based alternatives to incarceration?
5. Briefly discuss the issues involved in the administration of policies and procedures related to corrections, probation, parole, and community-based alternatives to incarceration
6. Identify and briefly discuss 4 group treatment modalities used in prisons to attempt to rehabilitate prisoners.
7. Discuss the role of criminal sanctions in rehabilitating offenders.
