Question #1: Cu
ent Topics (250 words)
Research cu
ent events related to the course topics covered in Units 1–4 and post at least two of these events to the Discussion Board. Within your posting, describe how your chosen items tie into a review of the course thus far. You may use the Li
ary or any other outside resource for your research. Be sure to use proper citation. Review your fellow students’ postings and respond throughout the week.
Topics covered in units 1-5 are:
Community Co
ections Goals
Probation Sentences
Sentencing Guidelines
Reentry
Parole Board
Intermediate Sanctions
Residential Community Programs
Question #2: Culture (250 words)
Are there organizational cultures within law enforcement that can prove positive and/or negative to an agency? Provide examples that support your thoughts.
Question #3: Reflection (250 words)
Take this opportunity to exchange any additional information and ideas relevant to this week's assignment. Looking at the PowerPoint assignment, how will you address each area (organizational culture, behavioral theory, planning, and community relations)? Assignment listed in question # 5
Question # 4 Journal (250 words)
This week's Journal topic provides an opportunity to start thinking about your hopes and dreams for the short-term. Where do you want to be in 6 months? What do you think it will take to get you there? Provide more detail about what steps you need to take to accomplish these goals. For example, if you want to be enrolled in a Master's program, what steps do you need to take to make that happen?
Question # 5 PowerPoint Assignment: Leadership
In a 12 slide PowerPoint® presentation (excluding title and reference slides) provide information as well as analyze the roles of the following areas in criminal justice leadership strategies and practices:
· Organizational culture
· Behavioral theory
· Planning
· Community relations