Fall 2020 Course Syllabus Course: CRIJ-1301- Section: 71 Introduction to Criminal Justice

Instructor Information
Instructor	Gregory Clark
E-mail	clarkgw@lamarpa.edu
Phone	(409) 984-6364
Office	Location: Educational I - Room: 133 Hours: Antytime on-line
Department	General Education and Developmental Studies Chair: Dr. Michelle Davis E-mail: davisml1@lamarpa.edu Phone: (409) 984-6341 If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.
COVID 19 Information	The Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) Student Code of Conduct COVID 19 Policy requires students who have been exposed to COVID 19 or diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition on the COVID 19 Notification Form (available via a link on the Student Code of Conduct COVID19 webpage). This information will be provided to the Dean of Student Services. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings in compliance with the criteria included in the policy. For more information please refer to the COVID 19 link on the LSCPA website.
Course Information
Description	This course provides a historical and philosophical overview of the American criminal justice system, including the nature, extent, and impact of crime; criminal law; and justice agencies and processes.
Prerequisites	None
Learning Outcomes	Course Learning Outcomes: PSLO Alpha measured by pretest/posttest All other PSLOs measured by class discussions, online discussion board, and embedded test questions 1. Describe the History and Philosophy of the American Criminal Justice System (PSLO 1, 2, 5 Alpha) 2. Explain the nature and extent of Crime in America. (PSLO 1, 2, 5) 3. Analyze the impact and consequences of crime. (PSLO 3, 2) 4. Evaluate the development, concepts, and functions of law in the criminal justice system. (PSLO 1, 2, 5) 5. Describe the structure of contemporary federal, state, and local justice agencies and processes. (PSLO 3, 2)
Core Objectives	Communication skills: Students will demonstrate effective written, oral and visual communication. Critical Thinking Skills: Students will engage in creative and/or innovative thinking, and/or inquiry, analysis, evaluation, synthesis of information, organizing concepts and constructing solutions. Empirical and Quantitative Skills: Students will demonstrate applications of scientific and mathematical concepts. Teamwork: Students will demonstrate the ability to work effectively with others to support a shared purpose or goal and consider different points of view.
Program Student Learning Outcomes	Communication skills: Students will demonstrate effective written, oral and visual communication. Critical Thinking Skills: Students will engage in creative and/or innovative thinking, and/or inquiry, analysis, evaluation, synthesis of information, organizing concepts and constructing solutions. Empirical and Quantitative Skills: Students will demonstrate applications of scientific and mathematical concepts. Teamwork: Students will demonstrate the ability to work effectively with others to support a shared purpose or goal and consider different points of view.
Textbooks	Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer. Introduction To Criminal Justice, A Brief Edition, 2018, 1st edition, Oxford University Press. ISBN 9780190298173
Lecture Topics Outline
Major Assignments Schedule	Course Calendar Week 1 Course Introduction; Chapter 1, Review PowerPoint Week 2 Chapter 2, Review PowerPoint Week 3 Chapter 3, Review PowerPoint Week 4 Chapter 4,Review PowerPoint, Test 1 Week 5 , Chapter 5, Review PowerPoint Week 6 Chapter 6, Review PowerPoint Week 7 Chapter 7, Review PowerPoint Week 8 Chapter 8, Review PowerPoint, Test 2 Week 9 , Chapter 9, Review PowerPoint Week 10 Chapter 10, Review PowerPoint Week 11 Chapter 11, Review PowerPoint Week 12 Chapter 12, Review PowerPoint, Test 3 Week 13 Chapter 13, Review PowerPoint Week 14 Chapter 14,Review PowerPoint, Test 4 Week 15 Chapter 15 and 16, Review for Final Week 16 Final Exam
Final Exam Date	December 3, 2020 - 8:00 AM   Through  December 6, 2020 - 8:00 PM
Grading Scale	90 - 100=A    80 - 89=B    70 - 79=C     60 - 69=D    Below 59 = F
Determination of Final Grade	Exams - 50% Chapter Quizzes - 20% Discussion Board - 15% Course Project - 15%
Course Policies
Instructor Policies
Attendance Policy	Regular prompt attendance is required. Excessive absences will result in reduced grades and/ or failure. Since this is an online class, students are required to log in at least once per week. There may be discussions and/or assignments posted in the class each week, so weekly attendance to the online class is essential.
Academic Honesty	Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSC-PA policies (Section IX, subsection A, in the Faculty Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
Facility Policies	No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
Important Information
ADA Considerations	The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the the Office for Disability Services Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.
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HB 2504	This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.