Module Descriptors
THE CONTEXT OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE (BLENDED LEARNING)
LAWS41283
Key Facts
School of Justice, Security and Sustainability
Level 4
15 credits
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 18
Independent Study Hours: 132
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
- ASSIGNMENT weighted at 100%
Module Details
Module Texts
Davies, M., Croall, H., Tyrer, J. (2009) Criminal Justice, London: Longman.
Senior, P., Crowther-Dowey, C., Long, M. (2007) Understanding the Modernisation of Criminal Justice (Crime and Justice), Milton Keynes: Open University Press.
Senior, P., Crowther-Dowey, C., Long, M. (2007) Understanding the Modernisation of Criminal Justice (Crime and Justice), Milton Keynes: Open University Press.
Module Learning Strategies
The learning strategy for this module requires students to commit 150 learning hours (including assessment). This will include 18 hours of class support and 132 hours of independent and self directed study.
The class sessions will delivered in 6 x 3 hr study blocks, to cover the key aspects of the module content, including a summary of the blended learning material, the type of formative feedback available both through Moodle and the Module Tutor. The nature of the summative assessment will also be examined.
Students are expected to regularly engage with the blended learning material on Moodle, by working through the material. This will include reading the material, undertaking additional research and formative exercises to reinforce the learning. Students will have additional support from the Module Tutor via email and phone.
The class sessions will delivered in 6 x 3 hr study blocks, to cover the key aspects of the module content, including a summary of the blended learning material, the type of formative feedback available both through Moodle and the Module Tutor. The nature of the summative assessment will also be examined.
Students are expected to regularly engage with the blended learning material on Moodle, by working through the material. This will include reading the material, undertaking additional research and formative exercises to reinforce the learning. Students will have additional support from the Module Tutor via email and phone.
Module Indicative Content
The criminal justice sector incorporates a diverse range of agencies including Police Services, the National Offender Management Service (NOMS) (HM Prison Service and the National Probation Service), third sector organisations including Victim Support and NACRO, the Youth Justice Board, the Crown Prosecution Service, and Local Authorities. This module will explore how such agencies integrate to provide services intended to ensure a safe, just society by detecting and penalising crime, reducing reoffending, and supporting those affected by crime, including victims of crime. Key initiatives such as Crime and Disorder Reduction Partnerships (CDRPs) and those related to restorative justice will also be discussed.
Students will discuss the implications of social, political and demographic factors and changes for the sector, including entrepreneurship, social enterprise, the 'rehabilitation revolution', Big Society, payment by results and the place of individual, community, voluntary groups and private sector in contemporary criminal justice and offender management. They will also consider the way in which local, regional and national policy and legislation are designed to meet the needs of individuals and communities.
Students will discuss the implications of social, political and demographic factors and changes for the sector, including entrepreneurship, social enterprise, the 'rehabilitation revolution', Big Society, payment by results and the place of individual, community, voluntary groups and private sector in contemporary criminal justice and offender management. They will also consider the way in which local, regional and national policy and legislation are designed to meet the needs of individuals and communities.
Module Additional Assessment Details
Summative
Written assignment (2,000 words) 100% Learning Outcomes 1-3
This should:
- Outline the contemporary criminal justice sector in the UK
- Discuss how social, political and demographic changes can impact criminal justice policy, legislation, and services
- Explain how policy and legislation are intended to address criminal justice issues, e.g. the detection and punishment of crime, the support of victims and those affected by crime, reducing offending and reoffending rates
Formative
Class discussion, debate will provide opportunities for peer and tutor feedback to guide developing knowledge, understanding and analysis of key theoretical concepts. Students will also receive formative feedback from their tutor on assignment plans during tutorials.
Written assignment (2,000 words) 100% Learning Outcomes 1-3
This should:
- Outline the contemporary criminal justice sector in the UK
- Discuss how social, political and demographic changes can impact criminal justice policy, legislation, and services
- Explain how policy and legislation are intended to address criminal justice issues, e.g. the detection and punishment of crime, the support of victims and those affected by crime, reducing offending and reoffending rates
Formative
Class discussion, debate will provide opportunities for peer and tutor feedback to guide developing knowledge, understanding and analysis of key theoretical concepts. Students will also receive formative feedback from their tutor on assignment plans during tutorials.