CJ Introduction to Criminal Justice Fall 2015 MWF 9:00am-9:50am GC 409

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1 CJ Introduction to Criminal Justice Fall 2015 MWF 9:00am-9:50am GC 409 Instructor: Dr. Jeanne Subjack Office: GC 406R Telephone: (435) Office Hours: Tuesday & Thursday, 10-12, Wednesday 12-2, or by appointment. Office hours or are the best way to get in touch with me if you have any questions. Course Prerequisites: None Textbook: Cole, G.F., Smith, C.E., & DeJong, C. (2014). Criminal Justice in America (8 th ed.). Boston, MA: Cengage Learning. Course Description: This course is an introduction to the criminal justice system and is intended to give students an overview of the various levels of the criminal justice system, including how offenders are processed and the challenges faced within the system. More specifically, this course will cover theories of crime, policing, corrections, legal aspects of the system, and juvenile justice. Students will obtain the foundation for future criminal justice courses and potential employment opportunities. Student Learning Outcomes: There are a number of specific goals to be met at the end of this course. -Knowledge of the Criminal Justice System: Students will gain an overall understanding of the criminal justice system and the various components within it, focusing on the terminology, classifications, and trends related to the functions of the criminal justice system. -Communication: Students will focus more on articulating arguments and ideas through written communication. -Intercultural Knowledge: Students will learn about the challenges different groups face within the criminal justice system. Grading Policy: Total points: 365 Grades will be based on the following assignments: Three examinations (including your final) Exam 1 is worth 50 points, while Exams 2 and 3 are worth 75 points each. Two response papers, both of which are worth 50 points Attendance will comprise 38 points In-class activities are worth 10 points (5 points each) Other activities, including pop quizzes or other undetermined class activities are worth 17 points (2 of which are free points, because I am awesome).

2 Students are encouraged to visit the Writing Center on campus for assistance with their response. This is a great resource that is available to all students and should be utilized. Check out their website for more information. Final Exam: The final exam will be 30% old information and 70% new information, and information from any guest speakers will be on your exams. The format will be the same as the previous exams. Grades: Exam 1 Exam 2 Exam 3 Response Paper 1 Response Paper 2 In-Class activities Other activities Attendance Total 50 points 75 points 75 points 50 points 50 points 10 points 17 points 38 points 365 points Final letter grades will be determined according to the following scale: 93%-100% 338 points-365 points A 90%-92% 327 points-337 points A- 87%-89% 316 points-326 points B+ 83%-86% 302 points-315 points B 80%-82% 291 points-301 points B- 77%-79% 280 points-290 points C+ 73%-76% 265 points-279 points C 70%-72% 254 points-264 points C- 67%-69% 243 points-253 points D+ 63%-66% 229 points-242 points D 60%-62% 218 points-228 points D- Below 60% 217 points or less F Assessment Table: Response Papers In-Class Activities Exams Knowledge X X X Communication X X X Intercultural Knowledge X X Extra Credit: Extra credit will be assigned at the discretion of the instructor throughout the semester.

3 Attendance Policy: Students are permitted to miss 3 hours of class time, or three class sessions, before it impacts their grade. Any absences beyond these 3 hours will count against your attendance grade. Attendance will be taken regularly, and those students who will miss class due to sporting events, illness, or other activities will be expected to provide documentation in order for their absence to be excused. You will sign in every class period, and each class period will be the equivalent of 1 point. Points will be added up at the end of the semester, and students missing more than 3 hours of class time will lose one percentage point per absence for their final attendance grade. Make-up Policy: Make-ups are allowed only in the most extreme, excused circumstances. Exams will be entirely essay, and must be taken during the last week of classes. If you miss an assignment during class that is graded, you are NOT able to make that up. Most in-class assignments are designated in the syllabus, but there may be other assignments that are not previously scheduled. If you turn in a Response Paper late, you will lose 1 point per day, up until 3 days after the assignment is due. No papers will be accepted after the 3 day period. You are always more than welcome to turn in assignments early, and it is in your best interest to talk to me sooner rather than later regarding conflicts. Classroom Expectations: All students are expected to be courteous and attentive while in class. Students should feel free to ask questions at any time. Students are permitted to use laptops for note taking if necessary, but please refrain from surfing the web. If it appears that this cannot be followed, laptops will be banned. Please feel free to contact me at anytime through , but I will expect s to be written in complete and proper English. (I will NEVER TTYL). As the instructor, I reserve the right to modify the class schedule throughout the semester as necessary. Schedule conflicts with guest speakers or outside tours may arise, and I will work to alleviate any issues as they are brought to my attention and make any and all necessary adjustments. You are accountable for any information sent via , including assignment information, due date changes, or any other information I send in an . Academic Honesty: Academic integrity policy: Scholastic dishonesty will not be tolerated and will be prosecuted to the fullest extent. You are expected to have read and understood SUU Policy # 6.33 and the current issue of the student handbook regarding student responsibilities and rights.

4 Students with Disabilities: ADA statement: Students with medical, psychological, learning or other disabilities desiring academic adjustments, accommodations or auxiliary aids will need to contact the Southern Utah University Coordinator of Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD), in Room 206F of the Sharwan Smith Center or phone (435) SSD determines eligibility for and authorizes the provision of services. Emergency Management statement: In case of emergency, the University's Emergency Notification System (ENS) will be activated. Students are encouraged to maintain updated contact information using the link on the homepage of the mysuu portal. In addition, students are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the Emergency Response Protocols posted in each classroom. Detailed information about the University's emergency management plan can be found at HEOA Compliance statement: The sharing of copyrighted material through peer-to-peer (P2P) file sharing, except as provided under U.S. copyright law, is prohibited by law. Detailed information can be found at Information contained in this syllabus, other than the grading, late assignments, makeup work, and attendance policies, may be subject to change with advance notice, as deemed appropriate by the instructor. Use of Telephones and Text Messagers in Academic Classrooms and Facilities: Students should silence or turn off cell phones. Texting will not be permitted. No cell phones will be permitted during exams. Please keep them in your bags or pockets during exams. I reserve the right to ask anyone not following these rules to leave, thus losing attendance credit for that day as well. Miscellaneous Information: I expect you to put in the necessary effort to succeed in this class. There is the potential for differing opinions and viewpoints among students that may arise during class. I expect everyone to be courteous and attentive, and most importantly, respectful of each other. Some of the information covered may be offensive or graphic to some. It is not my intention to offend anyone, but please feel free to talk to me if you have any concerns. Work for this class must be for this class only. This means it must be original work that you created during the course of the class. Work from other classes will NOT be permitted. Finally, if you make an appointment with me during my office hours and fail to show up without at least one hour cancellation notice prior to the meeting time, you will NOT be able to make future appointments with me. You will be able to show up during scheduled office hours, but I will not arrange a special time to meet with you.

5 Class Date Topic What s Due August 24 Introductions Syllabus August 26 Chapter 1 pp August 28 Chapter 1 pp August 31 Chapter 2 pp September 2 Chapter 2 pp September 4 In-class activity PLEASE BRING YOUR TEXTBOOK. September 7 No Class-Labor Day No Class-Labor Day September 9 Chapter 3 pp September 11 Chapter 3 pp September 14 Chapter 4 pp September 16 Chapter 4 pp September 18 Film September 21 Film September 23 Exam 1 Review Please bring review sheet and questions! September 25 Exam 1 Exam 1 September 28 Chapter 5 pp

6 September 30 Chapter 5 pp October 2 Chapter 6 pp October 5 Chapter 6 pp October 7 Chapter 7 pp October 9 No Class Outside Activity-Posted on Canvas (Due Oct. 11 by 11:59PM) October 12 Chapter 7 pp Response Paper 1 Due (if writing about first film) October 14 Chapter 8 pp October 16 Chapter 8 pp October 19 Fall Break-No Class Fall Break-No Class October 21 Film-Inherit the Wind October 23 Film-Inherit the Wind October 26 Film-Inherit the Wind October 28 Exam 2 Review Please bring review sheet and questions! October 30 Exam 2 Exam 2 November 2 Chapter 9 pp

7 November 4 Chapter 9 pp November 6 In-class activity PLEASE BRING YOUR TEXTBOOK. November 9 Chapter 10 pp November 11 Chapter 10 pp November 13 Chapter 11 pp November 16 Chapter 11 pp Response Paper 2 due (if writing about Inherit the Wind) November 18 Chapter 12 pp November 20 Film-Crime After Crime Watch on Canvas-No in person class November 23 Film-Crime After Crime We DO have class today. November 25 No Class-Thanksgiving Holiday No Class-Thanksgiving Holiday November 27 No Class-Thanksgiving Holiday No Class-Thanksgiving Holiday November 30 Chapter 12 pp

8 December 2 Class Wrap-Up/Future Issues December 4 Exam 3 Review Response Paper 3 due (if writing about Crime After Crime) Please bring review sheet and questions! December 10 Final Exam 9:00am-10:50am Important Dates: August 24-First day of term September 7-Labor Day, campus closed October Fall Break, no classes but campus open October 25-Last day to withdraw with a W November Thanksgiving Break December 4-Last day of classes December 7-Study Day December 8-11-Final Exams Final Exam 9:00am-10:50am