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Course Title:
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Court Systems and Practices
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Course Prefix & Number:
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CRIJ1306
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Section Number:
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381
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Semester/Year:
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FA21
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Semester Credit Hours:
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3
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Lecture Hours:
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48
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Lab Hours:
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n/a
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Course Description (NCTC Catalog): This course is a study of the Court system as it applies to the structures, procedures, practices, and sources of law, using federal and Texas statutes and case law.
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Course Prerequisite(s): None
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Required or Recommended Course Materials: Required: America’s Courts and the Criminal Justice System 13th Edition with Cengage MindTap Authors: David Neubauer and Henry Fradella You must purchase the code. (If you chose to use a different edition of this book, it affect your performance in this class). Publisher: Cengage. This book can be found in the bookstore.
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INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION
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Name of Instructor:
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Cliff J. Downey
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Campus/Office Location:
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Gainesville/Room 2107
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Telephone Number:
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940-668-3313
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E-mail Address:
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cdowney@nctc.edu
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OFFICE HOURS
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Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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| 9 am - noon |
9 am - noon |
9 am - noon |
9 am - noon |
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| 1 pm - 3 pm |
1 pm - 3 pm |
1 pm - 3 pm |
1 pm - 3 pm |
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STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES (From Academic Course Guide Manual/Workforce Education Course Manual/NCTC Catalog
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At the successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
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Describe the American judicial system (civil, criminal, and juvenile), their jurisdiction, development and structure.
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Analyze the function and dynamics of the courtroom work group.
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Identify judicial processes from pretrial to appeal.
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Describe the significant Constitutional Amendments, doctrines, and other sources of law in the American judicial system.
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GRADING CRITERIA
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# of Graded Course Elements
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Graded Course Elements
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Percentage or Point Values
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4
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Exams
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400@100pts each
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10
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Quizzes
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100@10pts each
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5
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Discussion Forums
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50@10pts each
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15
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Chapter Video Cases
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75 @ 5pts each
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1
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Final Project
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100pts
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Total Points Possible: 725
Grading Breakdown
652 – 725- A
580 - 651- B
507 - 579- C
435 - 506- D
434 and Below F
COURSE SUBJECT OUTLINE (Major Assignments, Due Dates, and Grading Criteria)
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Week 1
October 18th – October 24th
Module 1
Let’s Get Started
Go through all the links in the Let’s Get Started Module
Read Class Information
Print Syllabus
Complete Class Agreement
Introduce yourself
Read Chapter 1 Learning Objectives
Read Visual Summary
Read Chapter 1
Read PowerPoint Presentation
Complete Video Case 1
Read Chapter 2 Learning Objectives
Read Visual Summary
Read Chapter 2
Read PowerPoint Presentation
Complete Video Case 2
Participate in Discussion Forum 1
Complete Quiz #1 (Chapter 2)
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Read Chapter 9 Learning Objectives
Read Visual Summary
Read Chapter 9
Read PowerPoint Presentation
Complete Video Case 9
Complete Exam #2 (Chapters 6-9)
*** Final Project Due Nov. 24th 11 pm***
Weeks 5 & 6
Thanksgiving Day Nov. 25th
November 15th - November 28th
Module 5
Read Chapter 10 Learning Objectives
Read Visual Summary
Read Chapter 10
Read PowerPoint Presentation
Complete Video Case 10
Complete Quiz #7 (Chapter 10)
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Week 2
October 25th - October 31st
Module 2
Read Chapter 3 Learning Objectives
Read Visual Summary
Read Chapter 3
Read PowerPoint Presentation
Complete Video Case 3
Complete Quiz #2 (Chapter 3)
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Read Chapter 11 Learning Objectives
Read Visual Summary
Read Chapter 11
Read PowerPoint Presentation
Complete Video Case11
Complete Quiz #8 (Chapter 11)
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Read Chapter 4 Learning Objectives
Read Visual Summary
Read Chapter 4
Read PowerPoint Presentation
Complete Video Case 4
Participate in Discussion Forum 2
Complete Quiz #3 (Chapter 4)
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Week 7
November 29th - December 5th
Module 6
Read Chapter 12 Learning Objectives
Read Visual Summary
Read Chapter 12
Read PowerPoint Presentation
Complete Video Case 12
Participate in Discussion Forum 5
Complete Quiz #9 (Chapter 12)
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Week 3
November 1st - November 7th
Module 3
Read Chapter 5 Learning Objectives
Read Visual Summary
Read Chapter 5
Read PowerPoint Presentation
Complete Video Case 5
Complete Exam #1 (Chapters 1-5)
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Read Chapter 13 Learning Objectives
Read Visual Summary
Read Chapter 13
Read PowerPoint Presentation
Complete Video Case 13
Complete Exam #3 (Chapters 10-13)
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Read Chapter 6 Learning Objectives
Read Visual Summary
Read Chapter 6
Read PowerPoint Presentation
Complete Video Case 6
Participate in Discussion Forum 3
Complete Quiz #4 (Chapter 6)
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Week 8
December 6th - December 8th
Module 8
- Read Chapter 14 Learning Objectives
- Read Visual Summary
- Read Chapter 14
- Read PowerPoint Presentation
- Complete Video Case 14
- Complete Quiz #10 (Chapter 14)
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Week 4
November 8th - November 14th
Module 4
Read Chapter 8 Learning Objectives
Read Visual Summary
Read Chapter 8
Read PowerPoint Presentation
Complete Video Case 8
Participate in Discussion Forum 4
Complete Quiz #6 (Chapter 8)
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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 November 18, 2021.
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
o Social and Behavioral Sciences
o Component Area Option
REQUIRED CORE OBJECTIVES (For classes in the Core)
o Critical Thinking
o Communication
o Empirical and Quantitative
o Teamwork
o 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
o 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:
- First Offense - Warning
- Second Offense – Fail the class
QUESTIONS, CONCERNS, or COMPLAINTS
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Name of Chair/Coordinator:
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Dr. Cherly Furdge
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Office Location:
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Suite 170 Office 172 in Corinth
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Telephone Number:
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940-498-6238
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E-mail Address:
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cfurdge@nctc.edu
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Name of Instructional Dean:
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Debbie Huffman
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Office Location:
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#2100 Building Gainesville Campus Office #2106
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Telephone Number:
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940-668-3357
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E-mail Address:
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dhuffman@nctc.edu
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