MS Criminal Justice ( )

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1 MS Criminal Justice ( ) Program Information Point of Contact Kim DeTardo Bora Support for University and College Missions Marshall University is a multi campus public university providing innovative undergraduate and graduate education that contributes to the development of society and the individual. The University actively facilitates learning through the preservation, discovery, synthesis, and dissemination of knowledge. University Mission Programs must state their Program Mission and specify how this mission supports both the University's Mission as well as any Mission that the College the Program is housed under happens to have. College Mission Graduate College Mission: The graduate mission of Marshall University is to provide quality educational opportunities at times and places convenient to students, employing alternative delivery systems and rich learning resources. The institution promotes excellence in instruction, research and public service in the interest of enhancing the intellectual, professional, and personal growth of students, faculty, and staff. Throughout the state Marshall University offers master s degrees, postmaster s programs, doctoral degrees and professional development options according to needs and with a minimum of duplication. COS Mission: To graduate students who understand and appreciate the art of scholarship, who have an excellent grasp of the fundamental concepts in their principal areas of study, who are cognizant of the interrelationship of technology and the discovery of new knowledge and who are prepared to provide vision and leadership that combines intellectual inquiry with its application to social needs for the betterment of society. Program Mission The Master of Science Degree in Criminal Justice is designed to provide post baccalaureate education to criminal justice professionals and traditional students that will prepare them for careers, career advancement, and advanced study in criminal justice and criminology. Our faculty assist students to develop, enhance, analyze, and apply the specialized knowledge, analytic, and interpretive skills necessary to evaluate, understand, and resolve complex problems confronting the criminal justice system. Support for College Mission Our mission supports the mission of the Graduate College in that we provide quality education and opportunities to students in order for them to develop personal growth by way of enhancing their intellectual and professional skills.

2 Our mission supports the mission of the College of Science in that we provide students with the analytical and interpretative abilities that allow them to think clearly and independently. With this skill set, our graduate students will be able to make meaningful contributions to society. Support for University Mission Our mission supports the mission of the university in that we prepare students for society, that is, a career in the criminal justice profession, and we facilitate learning and disseminate knowledge through advanced study and provide them with the tools and skills that they will need.

3 Learning Outcomes Exhibit specialized knowledge in the criminal justice and criminology field by demonstrating advanced knowledge of the terms, laws, theories, processes, research methods, statistics, and key principles. CJ 601: Seminar in Criminal Justice Presentation and oral report Capstone Exhibit specialized knowledge in the criminal justice and criminology field by analyzing and critiquing concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, and trends. CJ 604: Theory in Criminal Justice Research paper Capstone

4 Demonstrate oral, written, and analytic abilities by evaluating contemporary criminal justice issues using analytical reasoning, problem solving, and effective written communication skills. CJ 656: Applied Statistics in Criminal Justice Statistical analysis and interpretation assignment Capstone Demonstrate oral, written, and analytic abilities by preparing and delivering a presentation using effective oral communication skills that contains sustained, coherent arguments or explanations. CJ 601: Seminar in Criminal Justice Presentation and oral report Capstone

5 Demonstrate oral, written, and analytic abilities by interpreting descriptive and inferential statistical data. CJ 656: Applied Statistics in Criminal Justice Statistical analysis and interpretation assignment Capstone Integrate and apply advanced knowledge of the criminal justice and criminology field by designing and producing an applied, investigative paper or project with real world implications that draws on scientific literacy, theoretical criminology, and research methods. CJ 655: Research Methods in Criminal Justice Research methods proposal and referencing assignment Capstone

6 Integrate and apply advanced knowledge of the criminal justice and criminology field by supporting a paper or project with appropriate information from the scholarly literature and using citations in APA format. CJ 655: Research Methods in Criminal Justice Research methods proposal and referencing assignment Capstone Integrate and apply advanced knowledge of the criminal justice and criminology field by assessing and articulating the relevant public policy implications of a project. CJ 604: Theory in Criminal Justice Policy paper Capstone

7 Rubrics Exhibit specialized knowledge in the criminal justice and criminology field by demonstrating advanced knowledge of the terms, laws, theories, processes, research methods, statistics, and key principles. Trait Introductory Milestone Capstone Demonstration of Knowledge (PO #1) Student presents material that reflects little research (material is outdated and/or irrelevant), attempts to define a few terms and to explains a few relevant processes and principles. Struggles to answer any audience questions. Student presents material that reflects a basic level of research and provides a basic overview of the topic (material may be outdated or not directly relevant), accurately defines some terms, explains some relevant processes and principles, and attempts to answer most audience questions. Student presents material that reflects thorough research and provides a general current overview of the topic, accurately defines most terms, explains most relevant processes and principles, and easily and accurately fields most audience questions. Student presents material that reflects extensive research, including new or little known information about the topic, accurately defines all important terms, explains all relevant processes and principles, and easily and accurately fields all audience questions.

8 Exhibit specialized knowledge in the criminal justice and criminology field by analyzing and critiquing concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, and trends. Trait Introductory Milestone Capstone Analyzes a few key of the Analyzes some empirical Analyzes most empirical Analyzes empirical findings Analysis of Empirical Research (PO #2) empirical findings /results (i.e., critiques concepts, reliability, usefulness, timeliness, findings /results (i.e., critiques concepts, reliability, usefulness, timeliness, findings /results (i.e., critiques concepts, reliability, usefulness, timeliness, /results (i.e., critiques concepts, reliability, usefulness, timeliness, purpose, etc.). purpose, etc.). purpose, etc.). purpose, etc.).

9 Demonstrate oral, written, and analytic abilities by evaluating contemporary criminal justice issues using analytical reasoning, problem solving, and effective written communication skills. Trait Introductory Milestone Capstone Explanation of Appropriate Statistical Test(s) (PO #3) Explains the statistical test(s) inadequately and does not communicate an understanding of why the test(s) was/were used. Explains some of the statistical test(s) and communicates a fairly complete understanding of why the test(s) was/were used. Accurately explains most of the statistical test(s) and communicates a nearly complete understanding of why the test(s) was/were used. Accurately explains the statistical test(s) and communicates a complete understanding of why the test(s) was/were used.

10 Demonstrate oral, written, and analytic abilities by preparing and delivering a presentation using effective oral communication skills that contains sustained, coherent arguments or explanations. Trait Introductory Milestone Capstone ganization and Argument (PO #4) Student delivers a presentation that has a vaguely recognizable central theme, but the organizational pattern (introduction, body, transitions, conclusion) is not recognizable. Student delivers a presentation around a central theme, but the organizational pattern (introduction, body, transitions, conclusion) may be inconsistent or somewhat disorganized. Student delivers a wellstructured presentation around a central theme with a clear organizational pattern (introduction, body, transitions, conclusion). Student delivers a highly structured presentation around a well defined central theme with a clear organizational pattern (introduction, body, transitions, conclusion) that enhances and coalesces the presentation. Delivery (PO #4) Student exhibits delivery techniques that significantly interfere with the presentation (fidgeting, lack of eye contact, etc.). Speaker appears uncomfortable. Student exhibits delivery techniques that make the presentation understandable, although a few characteristics detract from the presentation (fidgeting, lack of eye contact, etc.). Speaker appears tentative. Student exhibits delivery techniques that make the presentation interesting and provide the impression of reflect a fairly comfortable speaker. Student exhibits delivery techniques (appearance, posture, gesture, eye contact, vocal characteristics) that enhance the presentation, make it compelling, and provide the impression of a polished and confident speaker.

11 Demonstrate oral, written, and analytic abilities by interpreting descriptive and inferential statistical data. Trait Introductory Milestone Capstone Interprets the statistical Interpretation of Value(s) (PO #5) Interprets the statistical test(s) results inadequately and demonstrates a limited or weak understanding of the implications. Interprets some of the statistical test(s) and demonstrates a fair understanding of the implications. Interprets most of the statistical test(s) results and demonstrates a mostly complete understanding of the implications. test(s) results fully and demonstrates a complete understanding of the implications (i.e., makes appropriate inferences based on the Information).

12 Integrate and apply advanced knowledge of the criminal justice and criminology field by designing and producing an applied, investigative paper or project with real world implications that draws on scientific literacy, theoretical criminology, and research methods. Trait Introductory Milestone Capstone Scientific Literacy Design & Data Collection (PO #6) Student outlines a design, describes how this design is appropriate, states how components of the project fit in the design, and lists at least one reliability concern and threat to validity. Student articulates an appropriate design, explains how this design is most appropriate, illustrates how components of the project fit in the design, and describes reliability and threats to validity. Student proposes an appropriate design, contrasts this design with others, determines how components of the project fit in the design, and examines reliability and threats to validity. Student proposes an appropriate design/method, evaluates how components of the project fit in the design, and thoroughly assesses the limitations (i.e., reliability and threats to validity). Lists techniques and tools for data collection. Describes appropriate techniques and tools for data collection. Chooses appropriate techniques and tools for data collection. Demonstrates appropriate techniques and tools for data collection.

13 Integrate and apply advanced knowledge of the criminal justice and criminology field by supporting a paper or project with appropriate information from the scholarly literature and using citations in APA format. Trait Introductory Milestone Capstone Cites and references some sources in proper APA format with many minor and/or major errors. Typical minor errors Citing & Referencing in APA Format (PO #7) include missing or improper use of punctuation, parentheses, or fonts. Typical major errors include neglecting to include an in text citation, failure to include a reference, failure to match in text citations to references, Cites and references most sources in proper APA format with several minor errors. Typical minor errors include missing or improper use of punctuation, parentheses, or fonts. Cites and references nearly all sources in proper APA format with few minor errors. Typical minor errors include missing or improper use of punctuation, parentheses, or fonts. Cites and references all sources in proper APA format with no errors. neglecting to include required information in an in text citation or reference, and improper style of reference. Selection of the Appropriate Types of Sources (PO #7) Some sources are of good quality but most are from unacceptable outlets. Unacceptable outlets include newspapers, trade publications, magazines, and undated, unauthored web pages or blogs. Sources are of good quality from respected outlets and most are relevant to the topic. Good quality sources include journal articles from lower tier journals, books, and authored and dated reports on web sites of research entities (e.g., Urban Institute, Vera Institute). Most sources are of high quality from respected outlets and are directly relevant to the topic. High quality sources include journal articles from higher tier journals, research monographs, and research reports from governmental agencies. All sources are of high quality from highly respected scholarly outlets and are directly relevant to the topic. High quality sources include journal articles from higher tier journals, research monographs, and research reports from governmental agencies.

14 Integrate and apply advanced knowledge of the criminal justice and criminology field by assessing and articulating the relevant public policy implications of a project. Trait Introductory Milestone Capstone Development and Articulation of Criminal Justice Policy (PO #8) Describes and selects in limited ways how the policy(ies) or policy implications addresses the agency problem, program, or crime/ criminal behavior. Outlines and illustrates how some policy(ies) or policy implications addresses the agency problem, program, or crime/ criminal behavior. Identifies and formulates the policy(ies) or policy implications that mostly addresses the agency problem, program, or crime/ criminal behavior. Identifies and formulates the policy(ies) or policy implications that best addresses the agency problem, program, or crime/ criminal behavior.