The new edition of Introduction to Corrections provides students with a basic understanding of the structure and operations of correctional systems, the evolutionary and political development of corrections, and the goals of corrections in contemporary society. It takes students from an examination of the role of corrections in society's attempt to control crime to an in-depth look at two of the most pressing problems in U.S. corrections today: overcrowding and financial problems.

Introduction to Corrections

Politics & Social Sciences

Tewksbury, Richard

Social Sciences

McGraw-Hill Humanities/Social Sciences/Languages

Richard Tewksbury and Dean A. Dabney edited this text of contemporary readings, written by scholars and experts on the topic of Corrections, that highlight the operations and issues of institutional corrections. With the understanding that running such institutions involve more than locking people up, this dynamic new reader features the many realities, skills, perspectives and understandings behind operating a corrections institution.

Prisons and Jails: A Reader

Dabney, Dean

McGraw–Hill Education

This anthology helps readers understand issues of race, class, gender, and sexuality at the individual level—by including stories by or about people who have actually experienced discrimination, prejudice, or inequality because of who they were. It then explains the historical, cultural, and institutional roots of inequality, before turning to theoretical explanations, and finally to a section on activism oriented toward social change. For United States citizens working for unity—while celebrating diversity—in the land they call home.

The Dynamics of Inequality: Race, Class, Gender, and Sexuality in the United States

Gagné, Patricia

Pearson

This practical new book exposes readers to the realities of criminal research, and focuses on the planning, design, conduct, analysis, and ethical aspects of this qualitative research. Using real-world examples, reader-friendly discussions and ample illustrations, you will learn how the processes and decisions of qualitative work produce theoretically and pragmatically important research findings. Well-written and understandable articles demonstrate such topics as crime and deviance fieldwork, ethnography, and the danger and stigma in crime and deviance fieldwork. An excellent book for those in the field of criminal justice and research fieldworkers.

Research Methods: A Qualitative Reader

Miller, J. Mitchell

Pearson College Div

This concise, up-to-date text provides student-friendly examples of all theoretical approaches that emphasize the complex relationships between 21st century social structures, cultures, and crime. Criminological Theory: A Brief Introduction, 4e provides students and instructors with a concise, up-to-date, and thorough discussion and explication of major criminological schools of thought. The text focuses on providing students with understandings of not only what the central tenets are of criminological theories but also focuses on providing real-life examples and implications for criminal justice policy and practice. The various theories examined across the chapters are illustrated through examples drawing upon contemporary cultural developments of particular interest to college age students that increase interest and engagement. Teaching and Learning Experience This book offers an accessible discussion of the major theories of crime, delinquency, social deviance and social control with an objective and neutral approach. It provides: <ul>
<li> Expanded coverage of theory development, assessment, and integration: Provides thorough yet concise coverage </li>
<li> Theories grouped by type and subtype: Gives students an appreciation of the historical development of theoretical criminology and the significance of classical statements to contemporary perspectives </li>
<li> Strong pedagogical support: Reinforces chapter information to ensure mastery </li> </ul>

Criminological Theory: A Brief Introduction

Barnes, J.C.

Schreck, Christopher

Criminological Theory: A Brief Introduction, Third Edition, offers an accessible discussion of the major theories of crime, delinquency, social deviance, and social control with an objective and neutral approach. The text provides students with an understanding of not only what the central tenets are of criminological theories but also focuses on providing real-life examples and implications for criminal justice policy and practice.

Schreck, Christopher J.

This introductory primer on criminological theory provides an accessible discussion of the major theories of crime, delinquency, social deviance, and social control with an objective and neutral approach. The various theories are covered in a systematic fashion. After providing a straightforward explanation of each theory's fundamental assumptions and concepts, along with exampling narrative drawn from both real-world current events and fictitious scenarios, major criticisms are addressed. The implications of each theory for criminal and juvenile justice strategies and policy (e.g., deterrence vs. rehabilitation, crime prevention, crime prediction) are also considered.

Allyn&Bacon

This introductory primer on criminological theory provides an accessible discussion of the major theories of crime, delinquency, social deviance, and social control with an objective and neutral approach. The various theories are covered in a systematic fashion. After providing a straightforward explanation of each theory's fundamental assumptions and concepts, along with exampling narrative drawn from both real-world current events and fictitious scenarios, major criticisms are addressed. The implications of each theory for criminal and juvenile justice strategies and policy (e.g., deterrence vs. rehabilitation, crime prevention, crime prediction) are also considered.

MySearchLab provides students with a complete understanding of the research process so they can complete research projects confidently and efficiently. Students and instructors with an internet connection can visit www.MySearchLab.com and receive immediate access to thousands of full articles from the EBSCO ContentSelect database. In addition, MySearchLab offers extensive content on the research process itself—including tips on how to navigate and maximize time in the campus library, a step-by-step guide on writing a research paper, and instructions on how to finish an academic assignment with endnotes and bibliography.        This anthology helps readers understand issues of race, class, gender, and sexuality at the individual level–by including stories by or about people who have actually experienced discrimination, prejudice, or inequality because of who they were.  It then explains the historical, cultural, and institutional roots of inequality, before turning to theoretical explanations, and finally to a section on activism oriented toward social change.   For United States citizens working for unity–while celebrating diversity–in the land they call home.

Dynamics Of Inequality: Race, Class, Gendernd Sexuality In The United States- (Value Pack w/MyLab Search)

Sociology

This unusual book explores the little-known aspects of social science research by focusing on "dangerous" approaches to conducting research. The readings are direct as well as exciting - students will want to read and discuss the articles. These selected articles use real-life examples and situations to illustrate theoretical material. For anyone interested in criminology or criminal justice.

Extreme Methods: Innovative Approaches to Social Science Research

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Introduction to Corrections

Prisons and Jails: A Reader

The Dynamics of Inequality: Race, Class, Gender, and Sexuality in the United States

Research Methods: A Qualitative Reader

Criminological Theory: A Brief Introduction

Criminological Theory: A Brief Introduction

Criminological Theory: A Brief Introduction

Criminological Theory: A Brief Introduction

Dynamics Of Inequality: Race, Class, Gendernd Sexuality In The United States- (Value Pack w/MyLab Search)

Extreme Methods: Innovative Approaches to Social Science Research