Corrections

The Essentials
Fifth Edition
Mary K. Stohr - Washington State University, USA
Anthony Walsh - Boise State University, USA
Corrections
May 2024 | 456 pages | Sage US
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Written by former practitioners who are experts in the field, Corrections: The Essentials provides an in-depth, yet accessible guide to the world of corrections. Authors Mary K. Stohr and Anthony Walsh introduce students to the history and development of correctional institutions, while offering a unique perspective on ethics and diversity. The Fifth Edition includes features such as comparative corrections sections, practitioner perspective sections, and ethical dilemmas challenge students to think critically and acknowledge the complexities of the correctional system.

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Contents

Preface

Preface

About the Authors

  • Chapter 1 The Philosophical and Ideological Underpinnings of Corrections
  • Chapter 2 Early Corrections: From Ancient Times to Correctional Institutions
  • Chapter 3 Ethics and Corrections
  • Chapter 4 Sentencing: The Application of Punishment
  • Chapter 5 Jails and Detention Centers
  • Chapter 6 Community Corrections: Probation and Intermediary Sanctions
  • Chapter 7 Prisons and the Correctional Client
  • Chapter 8 The Corrections Experience for Staff
  • Chapter 9 Community Corrections: Parole and Prisoner Reentry
  • Chapter 10 Women and Corrections
  • Chapter 11 People of Color and Corrections
  • Chapter 12 Juveniles and Corrections
  • Chapter 13 Legal Issues in Corrections and the Death Penalty
  • Chapter 14 Correctional Programming and Treatment
  • Chapter 15 Corrections in the 21st Century

Answers to Test Your Knowledge

Answers to Test Your Knowledge

Glossary

Glossary

References

References

Index

Index

Description

Written by former practitioners who are experts in the field, Corrections: The Essentials provides an in-depth, yet accessible guide to the world of corrections. Authors Mary K. Stohr and Anthony Walsh introduce students to the history and development of correctional institutions, while offering a unique perspective on ethics and diversity. The Fifth Edition includes features such as comparative corrections sections, practitioner perspective sections, and ethical dilemmas challenge students to think critically and acknowledge the complexities of the correctional system.

This text is offered in Sage Vantage, an intuitive learning platform that integrates quality Sage textbook content with assignable multimedia activities and auto-graded assessments to drive student engagement and ensure accountability. Unparalleled in its ease of use and built for dynamic teaching and learning, Vantage offers customizable LMS integration and best-in-class support.

Watch this video walkthrough and see how Vantage works:


                              



Contents

Preface

Preface

About the Authors

  • Chapter 1 The Philosophical and Ideological Underpinnings of Corrections
  • Chapter 2 Early Corrections: From Ancient Times to Correctional Institutions
  • Chapter 3 Ethics and Corrections
  • Chapter 4 Sentencing: The Application of Punishment
  • Chapter 5 Jails and Detention Centers
  • Chapter 6 Community Corrections: Probation and Intermediary Sanctions
  • Chapter 7 Prisons and the Correctional Client
  • Chapter 8 The Corrections Experience for Staff
  • Chapter 9 Community Corrections: Parole and Prisoner Reentry
  • Chapter 10 Women and Corrections
  • Chapter 11 People of Color and Corrections
  • Chapter 12 Juveniles and Corrections
  • Chapter 13 Legal Issues in Corrections and the Death Penalty
  • Chapter 14 Correctional Programming and Treatment
  • Chapter 15 Corrections in the 21st Century

Answers to Test Your Knowledge

Answers to Test Your Knowledge

Glossary

Glossary

References

References

Index

Index

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Corrections

The Essentials

Mary K. Stohr , Anthony Walsh
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May 2024 | 456 pages | Sage US

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Written by former practitioners who are experts in the field, Corrections: The Essentials provides an in-depth, yet accessible guide to the world of corrections. Authors Mary K. Stohr and Anthony Walsh introduce students to the history and development of correctional institutions, while offering a unique perspective on ethics and diversity. The Fifth Edition includes features such as comparative corrections sections, practitioner perspective sections, and ethical dilemmas challenge students to think critically and acknowledge the complexities of the correctional system.

This text is offered in Sage Vantage, an intuitive learning platform that integrates quality Sage textbook content with assignable multimedia activities and auto-graded assessments to drive student engagement and ensure accountability. Unparalleled in its ease of use and built for dynamic teaching and learning, Vantage offers customizable LMS integration and best-in-class support.

Watch this video walkthrough and see how Vantage works:


                              




Table Of Contents:

  • Preface
  • About the Authors
  • Chapter 1 The Philosophical and Ideological Underpinnings of Corrections
  • Chapter 2 Early Corrections: From Ancient Times to Correctional Institutions
  • Chapter 3 Ethics and Corrections
  • Chapter 4 Sentencing: The Application of Punishment
  • Chapter 5 Jails and Detention Centers
  • Chapter 6 Community Corrections: Probation and Intermediary Sanctions
  • Chapter 7 Prisons and the Correctional Client
  • Chapter 8 The Corrections Experience for Staff
  • Chapter 9 Community Corrections: Parole and Prisoner Reentry
  • Chapter 10 Women and Corrections
  • Chapter 11 People of Color and Corrections
  • Chapter 12 Juveniles and Corrections
  • Chapter 13 Legal Issues in Corrections and the Death Penalty
  • Chapter 14 Correctional Programming and Treatment
  • Chapter 15 Corrections in the 21st Century
  • Answers to Test Your Knowledge
  • Glossary
  • References
  • Index

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