Instructor:
Office Location:
Telephone:
San José State University
Department of Justice Studies
JS 10 - Introduction to Justice Studies, Section 1
Spring 2012
Jan Hagemann
MH 521
(408) 710-8519 (My cell phone – for emergencies only!)
Email:
Office Hours:
Class Days/Time:
Jan@jhagemann.com
Mon/Wed 9:30-10:15; Mon/Wed 12-12:45
Monday and Wednesday 10:30 - 11:45 a.m.
Classroom: MH 523
E-Mail and E-Mail Guidelines
I will be sending you all course materials via email. You are responsible for regularly checking your e-mail (especially Sunday nights) for announcements, reminders, and any additional information and materials. All course materials will be sent in Microsoft Word.
You are welcome to email me at any time; however, please adhere to the e-mail guidelines below:
1. Please include in the “subject line” your name, the course number, and a specific inquiry or comment (e.g., Your name, JS10, assignment question). I do not respond to “ no subject ” e-mails. You should also identify yourself in the body of the e-mail.
2. I do not accept assignments by e-mail except under extenuating circumstances.
You must have prior approval to submit assignments via email. If approval is given, the assignment must be in Microsoft Word format and sent as a separate attachment. Always retain a copy of any e-mail with an assignment attached as proof of submission.
3. You are responsible for regularly checking your e-mail regarding announcements, reminders, and any additional course related information and materials.
Course Description
This course is a survey the historical and philosophical development of the criminal justice system. The course covers description, analysis, and evaluation of the components of the system: police, courts, and corrections. We will look at how the system works, the relationship between theory and practice, and individual rights in a democratic society.
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Student Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
LO1: Explain the characteristics, structure, and processes of justice system
operations in the United States. Satisfaction of this learning objective will be
measured through the evaluation of small group exercises, short-answer essay
responses, in-class presentations, individual essays, and objective examinations.
LO2: Explain criminology, criminal law, criminal statistics, and constitutional criminal procedure as they relate to practices within the justice system.
Satisfaction of this learning objective will be measured through the evaluation of
small group exercises, short-answer essay responses, in-class presentations,
individual essays, and objective examinations.
LO3: Describe and discuss the purpose, functions, critical issues, and societal interactions of the three major components of the justice system: the police, courts, and corrections. Satisfaction of this learning objective will be measured through the evaluation of small group exercises, short-answer essay responses, in-class presentations, and objective examinations.
Required Texts/Additional Readings/Other Materials
Textbook:
Masters, R. E., Way, L.B., et al. (2011). CJ: Realities and challenges . New York, NY:
McGraw-Hill. (Available at the Spartan Bookstore. Paper bound: ISBN: 978-
1121349261 or hardbound 9780073401515. Used copies okay.)
Internet exercises to supplement text book and Student Study Guides:
Available online at www.mhhe.com/masters1e
To access materials, click on “Student Edition” located on the left side of the web site under “Online Learning Center”. For the Student Study Guide select the chapter, then click on “multiple choice quiz”. Excellent resource – please take advantage of it!
Other Materials
Students will need to purchase a total of four (4) scantrons for the examinations.
(Form 882-E available at the Spartan Bookstore and at “Just Below” in MacQuarrie Hall)
A #2 pencil is required to fill in the scantron.
Library Liaison
Nyle Monday ( Nyle.Monday@sjsu.edu
)
(408) 808-2041 http://libguides.sjsu.edu/justicestudies
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Student Expectations & Classroom Protocol
The college experience brings together individuals from diverse background and experiences. Please observe the following so that you and others can get the most value from this course and your college experience. All students in JS10 should:
1. Attend all class meetings, arrive on time, stay for the duration of the class period, complete all readings and assignments in accordance with the dates on the course schedule and be aware of what materials you need to bring to class.
2. Actively participate in all class discussions and team activities. This means substantial contributions to team projects, team discussions, and the team assignments.
3. Be responsible for all missed notes, materials and announcements due to absence (i.e., do not e-mail the instructor asking about what you missed). Your team should create an email list to update each other on class activities.
4. Be responsible for keeping track of points that have been earned. Use the points guide on last page of the greensheet.
5. Arrive on time. If you come in late, be courteous; enter the classroom quietly.
Be aware that frequently showing up late to class and/or leaving early is a violation of the student code of conduct. More important, if you come in late you will miss the in-class quiz for that day, which cannot be made up.
6. Turn off all electronic devices or set them to vibrate before class begins.
7. Leave the classroom in the event that you must make or take a phone call.
8. Be respectful. From time to time we may be discussing controversial topics.
Though you may not agree with someone’s opinions, please be respectful and considerate while they are speaking.
9. Check e-mail for class/course schedule announcements or updates - this should be done regularly, especially on Sunday nights!
Dropping and Adding
Students are responsible for understanding the policies and procedures about Add/drops academic renewal, etc. Information on add/drops, including late drops, is available at http://www.sjsu.edu/advising/faq/index.htm#add Students should be aware of the current deadlines and penalties for adding and dropping classes. The last day to drop courses without an entry on students’ permanent record is Monday February 6 .
Assignments and Grading Policy
Examinations : There will be four (4) exams. The exams are not comprehensive.
However, the final examination will include questions that relate to the entire criminal justice system as it has been covered throughout the semester.
Each examination will cover the assigned reading from the text, lecture, guest speakers, and videos for that section of the class. The format for the examinations will be multiplechoice, matching, true/false, fill-in the blanks and short essay response questions.
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Examination Dates:
Exam 1 (The Criminal Justice System) Wednesday February 15
Exam 2 (Law Enforcement) Wednesday March 14
Exam 3 (Adjudication)
Exam 4 (Corrections)
Wednesday April 18
Friday May 18, 9:45-12:00 Noon
Pop quizzes will be True/False, multiple choice and short answer. These quizzes will be at the beginning of class. Students are expected to keep up with the assigned readings in preparation for class and the pop quizzes.
Make up exams will be essay style and should be made up as soon as possible after the exam. You may only make up one exam; arrange make-up prior to missing the scheduled exam.
Note: Pop quizzes CANNOT be made up, under any circumstances.
Class Participation is encouraged and expected. You will be evaluated based upon your contributions in class and to your team. Instructor reserves the right to increase final grade based upon outstanding student contributions throughout the semester.
Team work will occur throughout the semester. Team work will include an in-class presentation, class discussions and written assignments.
Written Assignments:
1. Introduction Paper You will write a short ½ to ¾ page paper introducing yourself. In this paper, tell me a little bit about yourself, why you are taking JS10, and what you hope to do upon graduation. The Introduction Paper should be typed, singled-spaced. Staple it to student questionnaire at the end of this syllabus and turn it in at the beginning of the second class period.
2. Video Questions I will email the questions for the assigned videos to you at the beginning of each section of the class. Some of the videos will be shown in class and others are to be viewed at the SJSU Instructional Resource Center (IRC). http://www.sjsu.edu/map Your responses to these questions will be due in class on the dates indicated on the course syllabus. They must be done and turned in on the dates assigned in order to get full credit.
3. Field observation and write-up must be done according to format provided. I will email a sample write up with guidelines and instructions. Your write-up must be typed, double-spaced, and well written. Grammar, punctuation, and spelling count – please proofread before you submit. Your write up should be 3-4 pages long, and be based upon a 4-6 hour ride-along or court observation.
Write-up is due immediately after completing your field observation, but no later than:
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Evaluation Grades for JS 10 will be distributed as follows:
4 Examinations
Pop Quizzes
50%
10%
Video Questions
Team Presentation
20%
10%
Written Assignments 10%
100%
Note: Keep track of your grade using the sheet at the end of this course syllabus.
Letter Grades
Distribution of letter grades will be based on the overall percentage of the total number of points received on the 4 examinations, pop quizzes, written assignments, class participation, team report, media reviews and in-class exercises.
Percentage points will be distributed as follows:
100 – 94% = A 93 - 89% = A-
88 – 86% = B+ 85 - 83% = B 82 - 79% = B-
78 – 76% = C+ 75 - 73% = C 72 - 69% = C-
68 – 66% = D+ 65 - 60% = D 59 – 56%= D-
55% and below = F
Extra Credit:
It is expected that you will earn your grade in JS10 by coming to class, taking notes, keeping up with the reading, completing the video questions on time and studying for the exams. However, if you are interested in extra credit, there may be opportunities to earn extra credit during the course of the semester as events occur that are pertinent to JS10.
Such opportunities will be announced in class or via email. You may also do the Extra
Credit assignment which I will email to you at the beginning of the semester.
Extra Credit papers/projects must be submitted by Wednesday, May 9 . No papers or extra credit assignments will be accepted after this date.
University Policies
Academic Integrity
Your own commitment to learning, as evidenced by your enrollment at San Jose State
University requires you to be honest in all your academic course work. Faculty are required to report all infractions to the office of Student Conduct & Ethical Development.
The website for Student Conduct and Ethical Development is available at: http://www.sjsu.edu/studentconduct/Students/
Academic dishonesty will not be tolerated. Cheating on exams or plagiarism (presenting the work of ano ther as your own, or the use of another person’s ideas without giving proper credit) will result in a minimum of a failing grade for the assignment and sanctions by the University. For this class, all assignments are to be completed by the individual
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student unless otherwise specified. For more information about academic integrity go to: http://www.sjsu.edu/studentconduct/Students/Student_Academic_Integrity_Process/
Campus Policy in Compliance with the American Disabilities Act
If you need course adaptations or accommodations because of a disability, or if you need to make special arrangements in case the building must be evacuated, please make an appointment with me as soon as possible, or see me during office hours.
Presidential Directive 97-03 requires that students with disabilities requesting accommodations must register with the DRC (Disability Resource Center) to establish a record of their disability. Disability Resource Center is located in the Administration
Building 110. For more information on the DRC go to www.drc.sjsu.edu
Student Technology Resources
Computer labs for student use are available in the Academic Success Center located on the 1 st floor of Clark Hall and on the 2 nd floor of the Student Union. Computers are also available in the Martin Luther King Library.
Learning Assistance Resource Center
The Learning Assistance Resource Center (LARC) is located in Room 600 in the
Student Services Center on the corner of 10th Street and San Fernando Street. It is designed to assist students in the development of their full academic potential and to inspire them to become independent learners. The Center's tutors are trained and nationally certified. They provide content-based tutoring in many lower division courses as well as writing and study skills assistance. Small group, individual, and drop-in tutoring are available. http://www.sjsu.edu/larc/
SJSU Writing Center
The Writing Center in Clark Hall 126 offers tutoring in all courses. Writing Specialists assist in all areas of the writing process, including grammar, organization, paragraph development, coherence, syntax, and documentation styles. http://www.sjsu.edu/writingcenter
Advice from former JS10
Students:
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“Keep up with the reading – it helps you do well on the pop quizzes and those points add up!”
BE ON
TIME!!
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Keep track of how you are doing in JS10:
Exams (Points for exams may vary, but are indicated at the top of each exam)
Exam I (Ch. 1-4) _____/_____ possible
Exam II (Ch. 5-7)
Exam III (Ch. 8-10)
Exam IV (Ch. 11-13)
_____/_____ possible
_____/_____ possible
_____/_____ possible
Pop quizzes:
Ch. Ch 1_________ Ch. Ch 5_________ Ch. Ch 8_________ Ch. Ch 11_________
Ch. Ch 2_________ Ch. Ch 6_________ Ch. Ch 9_________ Ch. Ch 12_________
Ch. Ch 3_________
Ch. Ch 4_________
Ch. Ch 7________ Ch. Ch 10 ________ Ch. Ch 13_________
Papers
Introductory Paper
Field Observation
_____/ 20 possible
_____/ 50 possible
Video Questions
Videos are on reserve in the Instructional Resource Center (IRC). Download and read the questions the day before you plan to watch the video. Bring those questions to the IRC to take notes on while watching the video, then go home and type up your responses. Your responses should be thoughtful, thorough and well-written. Answers should be typed on the original handout under each question, single-spaced. Do not waste paper – think Green!
Please adjust your margins to fit your responses on one page, unless you need to go to two pages for at least a third of a page or more. Staple your typed responses to your handwritten notes and turn in on or before the dates noted on the class schedule.
Video questions are due at the beginning of the class period on date assigned
(See class schedule for due dates)
Video 1 - Crime in the Suites (IRC)
Video 2 - The Police (IRC)
Video 3 - Law and Order *(T)
Video 4 - Voice of the Accused (IRC)
____ out of 10 possible
_____ out of 10 possible
_____ out of 10 possible
_____ out of 10 possible
Video 5 - In the Jury Room *(T)
Video 6 - The U.S. Supreme Court *(T)
____ out of 10 possible
____ out of 10 possible
Video 7 - Prisons (IRC)
Video 8 - Parole Board Hearings
____ out of 10 possible
____ out of 10 possible
*(T) = Team assignment, video will be shown in class
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