Social Science Departmental Goals:

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1 Social Sciences Departmental Mission Statement: Criminal Justice-Law Enforcement/Corrections The Social Sciences Department develops ethical leaders who are prepared to accept the challenges and opportunities which exist in a dynamic global environment by providing interactive and personalized educational and professional opportunities within the classroom and in external learning environments. We prepare tomorrow s citizens! Social Science Departmental Goals: The Social Sciences Department at Northwestern Oklahoma State University subscribes to the view that all students should exhibit the following knowledge, skills, and abilities upon the completion of their specific degree program. Degree programs housed within the Social Sciences Department include: Criminal Justice-Law Enforcement; Criminal Justice-Corrections; History; Global Studies; Political Science; Public Administration; Sociology; Social Science Education. 1. Demonstrate specific programmatic content area knowledge in the field of study. 2. Demonstrate critical thinking and independent problem solving skills. 3. Demonstrate effective communication skills both in written and verbal form. 4. Demonstrate the ability to formulate ethical decisions, exercise personal integrity and professional leadership. Social Science Departmental Student Learning Outcomes: Social Sciences Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) for each program within the department are listed on the following pages along with Curriculum Maps for each program.

2 Criminal Justice/Criminal Justice graduates should be able to do the following: SLO #1 Content Area Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Outline various structures and processes within the American Justice System. dentify and discuss the rules, laws, procedures, and policies which are the basis of the American Justice System. dentify and describe various criminological theories and theoretical applications. dentify and describe major types of crime in the United States. dentify the basic terms, concepts, and techniques used in criminal justice research. SLO #2 Critical Thinking Skills Compare and contrast major theoretical explanations for criminal behavior. Evaluate and critically assess criminal justice research. Compare and contrast major sources of crime data. Assess the strengths and weaknesses of the criminal justice system. Analyze the various U.S. Supreme Court decisions that impact personal freedoms and the criminal justice system. Critique the advantages and disadvantages of criminal justice normative standards of practice. SLO #3 Communication Skills Create written papers based on relevant criminal justice theory and published research. Discuss contemporary and historical issues related to crime and justice issues. Demonstrate competency in using APA documentation style. Effectively communicate criminal justice research to inform public policy.

3 SLO #4 Ethics and Leadership Abilities Analyze and evaluate ethical issues which face Criminal Justice professionals. Analyze and evaluate ethical issues which confront the American Justice System. Demonstrate professional leadership in group contexts. Curriculum Map Legend: =ntroduced; R=Reinforced; M=Mastered; A=Assessed Curriculum Map for Criminal Justice Law Enforcement Option Course SLO 1 SLO 2 SLO 3 SLO 4 CJ 1113 CJ 1223 CJ 2213 R R R CJ 3103 R R R POLS 3103 R CJ 3333 R R R R CJ 4143 R R R CJ 4223 R R R SOC 4233 M M POLS 4253 R R CJ 4603 A MA MA A CJ 4703 M SOC 4723 MA MA A 6 hours upper division electives R R R R

4 Corrections Option Course SLO 1 SLO 2 SLO 3 SLO 4 CJ 1113 CJ 1223 CJ 2113 CJ 3333 R SW 3293 R R SOC 3523 R R SOC 4233 M M POLS 4253 R R CJ 4403 R R SOC 4523 R R SOC 4603 R R CJ 4603 A MA MA A SOC 4723 MA MA A 6 hours upper division electives R R R R

5 Assessment Plan for Criminal Justice SLO #1 Methodologies Measure of Success Student will demonstrate content area knowledge, CJ 4603 Term Paper 75% of students will score at skills, and abilities. or 75% of students will score at or SLO #2 Student will demonstrate critical thinking skills. SOC 4723 Proposal Points (200). 75% of total possible points (100). SLO #3 Student will demonstrate quality communication skills in both written and verbal form. SOC 4723 Proposal Presentation points (25). Above 75% of total possible Points (100). SLO #4 Student will demonstrate ethical decision making and professional leadership. SOC 4723 Proposal Above 75% of total possible Points (200).