Issues In Corrections

Assignment:Find two (2) journal articles relating to a particular issue in correctional management. (The designated topics are listed below). The UMUC Library is an excellent source for journal articles.See Resources>Library on the classroom toolbar, or see Content>Guide to Criminal Justice Resources.

Critique the quality of each article.

Based upon the methodology of the study conducted, do you think the results are reliable and valid?

Summarize the main points of both articles and then compare those main points.  Do the articles reach the same conclusion?

Analyze the articles and determine whether you believe that the conclusion(s) of the articles agree with your perception of the correctional management issue.  Explain the basis for you conclusion.