CJCR 1304 0310 - PROBATION AND PAROLE

Introduction

Syllabus Probation & Parole

NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE

COURSE SYLLABUS

 

 

Course Title:

Probation and Parole

Course Prefix & Number: 

CJCR1304

Section Number: 

310

Semester/Year:

Spring 2020

Semester Credit Hours:

3

Lecture Hours:

3

Lab Hours:

0

Course Description (NCTC Catalog): A survey of the structure, organization, and operation of probation and parole services.  Emphasis on applicable state statues and administrative guidelines.

Course Prerequisite(s):NONE  

Required: Alarid, Leanne. (2018). Community-Based Corrections. (12th edition). Cengage Learning. (MindTap is Required).

Warning: If you choose to use a different edition, you do so at your own risk. Using a different edition may affect your performance in this class.
             

 

INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION

Name of Instructor:

 DeAnna Downey

Campus/Office Location:

 Gainesville/ By Appointment TBD

Telephone Number:

 940-320-9006

E-mail Address:

 ddowney@nctc.edu

 

OFFICE HOURS

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

6 pm – 8 pm Online or by phone

By appointment

By appointment

By appointment

By appointment

 

 

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES (From Academic Course Guide Manual/Workforce Education Course Manual/NCTC Catalog

At the successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.

Describe the professional qualifications for employment as a probation or parole practitioner

2.

Demonstrate skills in management and treatment practices

3.

Create and develop community relations strategies.

 

GRADING CRITERIA

# of Graded Course Elements

Graded Course Elements

Percentage or Point Values

 4

Exam

 400 (4@100 points each)

12

Discussion Forums

 120 (12@ 10 points each)

10

Quizzes

 100 (10 @ 10 points each)

14

Chapter Videos

70 (14 @ 5 points each)

1

Career Pathway Assignment

50 points

1

Semester Project

100 points

Grading Scale                         840

756- 840                                  A         

672-755                                   B

588-671                                   C                     

504-587                                   D                                 

503 and below                       F

CANVAS TECHNICAL SUPPORT

Should you experience difficulties with CANVAS, please submit a ticket to tech support at http://nctcecampus.zendesk.com.  Each student has a profile in Canvas which displays all activity.  There is a visible log being kept with when you log in and what you are doing.  It is very important that you work for a reliable computer to avoid technical issues with assessments.

Class Agreement Assignment

You are required to complete a class agreement assignment.  Completing the quiz ensures that you have read the syllabus and fully understand everything that is required of you.  Upon completing the quiz, you will receive 5 bonus points.  However, if you send an email asking a question that is answered in your syllabus you will lose your 5 bonus points.  Before sending an email asking a question, please read your syllabus. This will be the only bonus assignment for the semester!!

Class Calendar

It is important that you log in at least 3-4 days a week to be successful in this class. Logging in only once a week may result in you missing important announcements or changes. Monday’s, Wednesday’s and Friday’s would be suggested days, however, I suggest you check your email daily.

NOTE:

All folders will be turned on at 8:00 a.m. on Monday and turned off at 11:00 p.m. on Sunday with the exception of the final exam folder. The Final exam will be available from May 11th @ 8:00AM until May 13th @ 11:00pm.

 

COURSE SUBJECT OUTLINE (Major Assignments, Due Dates, and Grading Criteria)

Module #1

Week 1 January 21st 8:00 a.m.–January 26th 11:00 p.m.

 
  1. Complete (Mandatory) Learning Outcomes Assignment
  2. Complete Class Agreement Assignment (bonus)
  3. Read and Print the Syllabus
  4. Introduce Yourself Discussion (Mandatory)

 

Module #2

Week 2 January 27th 8:00 a.m.- February 2nd 11:00 p.m.
  1. Read Chapter 1
  2. Read Learning Objective
  3. Read Visual Summary
  4. Review Power Point presentation
  5. Review Case Video 1
  6. Answer discussion Post #1 (Chapter 1)
  7. Quiz #1 (Chapter 1)

 

Module #3

Week 3 February 3rd 8:00 a.m. –February 9th 11:00 p.m.

 
  1. Read Chapter 2
  2. Read Learning Objective
  3. Read Visual Summary
  4. Review Power Point presentation
  5. Review Case Video 2
  6. Answer discussion Post #2 (Chapter 2)
  7. Quiz #2 (Chapter 2)

 

Module #4

Week 4 February 10th 8:00 a.m. - February 16th 11:00 p.m.

 
  1. Read Chapter 3
  2. Read Learning Objective
  3. Read Visual Summary
  4. Review Power Point presentation
  5. Review Case Video 3  
  6. Quiz #3 (Chapter 3)
  7. Answer Discussion Post #3 (Chapter 3)
  8. Complete Exam #1 (Chapters 1-3)

 

Module #5

Week 5 February 17th 8:00 a.m.-February 23rd 11:00 p.m.

 
  1. Read Chapter 4
  2. Read Learning Objective
  3. Read Visual Summary
  4. Review Power Point presentation
  5. Review Case Video 4
  6. Answer discussion Post #4 (Chapter 4)
  7. Quiz #4 (Chapter 4)

 

Module #6

Week 6 February 24th 8:00 a.m.- March 1st 11:00 p.m.

 
  1. Read Chapter 5
  2. Read Learning Objective
  3. Read Visual Summary
  4. Review Power Point presentation
  5. Review Case Video 5  
  6. Answer discussion Post #5 (Chapter 5)
  7. Quiz #5 (Chapter 5)

Module #7

Week 7 March 2nd 8:00 a.m.-March 8th 11:00 p.m.

 
  1. Read Chapter 6
  2. Read Learning Objective
  3. Read Visual Summary
  4. Review Power Point presentation
  5. Review Case Video 6
  6. Answer discussion Post #6 (Chapter 6)
  7. Quiz #6 (Chapter 6)

 

Module #8

March 9th 8:00 a.m. - March 15th 11:00 p.m.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
  1. Read Chapter 7
  2. Read Learning Objective
  3. Read Visual Summary
  4. Review Power Point presentation
  5. Review Case Video 7  
  6. Answer discussion Post #7 (Chapter 7)
  7. Quiz #7 (Chapter 7)
  8. Complete Exam #2 (Chapters 4-7)

 

Spring Break March 16 – March 21

 

Enjoy and be safe.

Module #9

Week 9 March 23th 8:00 a.m.-March 29th 11:00 p.m.
  1. Read Chapter 8
  2. Read Learning Objective
  3. Read Visual Summary
  4. Review Power Point presentation
  5. Review Case Video 8
  6. Answer discussion Post #8 (Chapter 8)

 

Module #10

Week 10 March 30th 8:00 a.m.-April 5th  11:00 p.m.
  1. Read Chapter 9
  2. Read Learning Objective
  3. Read Visual Summary
  4. Review Power Point presentation
  5. Review Case Video 9
  6. Answer Discussion Post #9 (Chapter 9)
  7. Semester Project Due

 

Module #11

Week 11 April 6th 8:00 a.m.- April 12th  11:00 p.m.

 
  1. Read Chapter 10
  2. Read Learning Objective
  3. Read Visual Summary
  4. Review Power Point presentation
  5. Review Case Video 10
  6. Answer discussion Post #10 (Chapter 10)
  7. Quiz #8 (Chapter 10)
  8. Complete Exam #3 (Chapters 8-10)

 

Module #12

Week 12 April 13th 8:00 a.m.-April 19th 11:00 p.m.

 
  1. Read Chapter 11
  2. Read Learning Objective
  3. Read Visual Summary
  4. Review Power Point presentation
  5. Review Case Video 11
  6. Answer discussion Post #11 (Chapter 11)
  7. Quiz #9 (Chapter 11)
  8. Career Pathway Assignment Due

 

Module #13

Week 13 April 20th 8:00 a.m.-April 26th 11:00 p.m.

 
  1. Read Chapter 12
  2. Read Learning Objective
  3. Read Visual Summary
  4. Review Power Point presentation
  5. Review Case Video 12  
  6. Quiz #10 (Chapter 12)

 

Module #14

Week 14 April 27th 8:00 a.m.- May 3rd  11:00 p.m.
  1. Read Chapter 13
  2. Read Learning Objective
  3. Read Visual Summary
  4. Review Power Point presentation
  5. Review Case Video 13  
  6. Discussion Post #12 (Chapter 13)

 

Module #15

Week 15 May 4th 8:00am – May 10th 11:00pm
  1. Reading Chapter 14
  2. Read Learning Objective
  3. Read Visual Summary
  4. Review Power Point presentation
  5. Review Case Video 14
  6. Prepare for Final Exam

 

Module #16

Week 16 May 11th 8:00am – May 13th 11:00pm

       1. Complete Exam #4 (Chapter 11 - 14)

 

 

 

ATTENDANCE POLICY

Regular and punctual attendance is expected of all students in all classes for which they have registered.  All absences are considered to be unauthorized unless the student is absent due to illness or emergencies as determined by the instructor.  It is the student responsibility to provide documentation as to the emergency for approval and judgement by the faculty member.  Approved college sponsored activities are the only absences for which a student should not be held liable and only when provided by a college official ahead of the absence.  Valid reasons for absence, however, do not relieve the student of the responsibility for making up required work.  Students will not be allowed to make up an examination missed due to absence unless they have reasons acceptable to the instructor.  A student who is compelled to be absent when a test is given should petition the instructor, in advance if possible, for permission to postpone the exam.  Student will be dropped from a class by the Registrar upon recommendation of the instructor who feels the student has been justifiably absent or tardy a sufficient number of times to preclude meeting the course’s objectives.    Persistent, unjustified absences from classes or laboratories will be considered sufficient cause for College officials to drop a student from the rolls of the College. From Board Policy FC (LOCAL)

Last day to withdraw from a course with a “W” is _April 3rd, 2020__.

 

DISABILITY SERVICES (Office for Students with Disabilities)

The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) provides support services for students with disabilities, students enrolled in technical areas of study, and students who are classified as special populations (i.e. single parents).

Support services for students with disabilities might include appropriate and reasonable accommodations, or they may be in the form of personal counseling, academic counseling, career counseling, etc.  Furthermore, OSD Counselors work with students to encourage self-advocacy and promote empowerment. The Counselors also provides resource information, disability-related information, and adaptive technology for students who qualify.

If you feel you have needs for services that the institution provides, please reach out to either Wayne Smith (940) 498-6207 or Yvonne Sandman (940) 668-4321.  Alternative students may stop by Room 170 in Corinth or Room 110 in Gainesville.

CORE CURRICULUM FOUNDATIONAL COMPONENT AREA (For classes in the Core)________     

 

o         Communication

o         Mathematics              

o         Life and Physical Science

o         Language, Philosophy & Culture

o         Creative Arts

o         American History

 

o         Government/Political Science

x        Social and Behavioral Sciences

o         Component Area Option

 

 

REQUIRED CORE OBJECTIVES (For classes in the Core)

 

x           Critical Thinking

x          Communication

o           Empirical and Quantitative

 

o           Teamwork

x          Personal Responsibility

o           Social Responsibility

 

 

 

COURSE TYPE

o           Academic General Education Course (from ACGM but not in NCTC Core)

o        Academic NCTC Core Curriculum Course

x        WECM Course

 

STUDENT HANDBOOK

Students are expected to follow all rules and regulations found in the student handbook and published online.

 

ACADEMIC DISHONESTY

Scholastic dishonesty shall include, but is not limited to cheating, plagiarism, academic falsification, intellectual property dishonesty, academic dishonesty facilitation and collusion.  Faculty members may document and bring charges against a student who is engaged in or is suspected to be engaged in academic dishonesty.  See Student Handbook, “Student Rights & Responsibilities: Student Conduct ([FLB(LOCAL)]”. 

 

Consequences for academic dishonesty may include:

  1. First offense you will receive a written warning
  2. Second offense you will be dropped from the course

 

QUESTIONS, CONCERNS, or COMPLAINTS

Name of Chair/Coordinator:

Dr. Cherly Furdge

Office Location:

Corinth Campus Suite 239 office 234

Telephone Number:

940-498-6238

E-mail Address:

cfurdge@nctc.edu

Name of Instructional Dean:

Debbie Huffman

Office Location:

Gainesville Career and Technical Center

Telephone Number:

940-668-3357

E-mail Address:

dhuffman@nctc.edu

 

Syllabus File(s)

There are no Handouts for this set.