DOCT 1

1.3 Unit 11: Discussion Board (GRADED DISCUSSION)

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Discussion Instructions

Discussion Overview

The purpose of this discussion is to

• Apply the rule of law, including its importance in Western democratic societies.
• Assess the various categories of law, including the purpose of each as it applies to the case.
• Apply the six categories of crime and their characteristics.
• Examine what is meant by the elements of a specific criminal offense.

To achieve the objective(s),

• Read chapter 4 and listen to the lecture in this module.
• Read the case materials in the 4.2 Chapter Review Assignment text box.
• Watch the Zimmerman interrogation interview.

See the directions and rubric for more details.

Outcomes and Objectives

Student Learning Outcomes

• Identify the major components of the criminal justice system.
• Describe the differences between federal and state courts.
• Identify the major theories which attempt to explain crime causation.
• Identify the processes by which a criminal case progresses from investigation to appeal.
• Identify the Bill of Rights Amendments that impact the criminal justice system most.

Objectives

• Understand that as a student in this course:
  • That the material will seek to unsettle what is ‘known.’
  • Understand that your perspectives and understandings of the world will be challenged.
  • Expect that the class materials may be an unsettling experience for some as some deeply entrenched beliefs will be challenged.
  • You are encouraged to adopt a different frame of reference as you learn from each other
  • The expectation for the course is that all students participate and express themselves through their own unique social location.

Instructions

Initial Post: Initial post due by Thursday at 11:59 pm | Replies due by Sunday at 11:59 pm

The discussion for this week aligns with the textbook’s review of sentencing.

According to your textbook, arguments for capital punishment include revenge, just deserts, and the protection of society.

TASKS:

1. Review the Grand Jury Indictment noted below on the Dylann Storm Roof a capital punishment case.
2. Summarize: start your discussion with a high-level overview of the facts of the case.
3. Note the justification for recommending the death penalty in this case. Note whether you believe this falls within the three arguments above in support of the death penalty in this case.
4. Respond to the question below:

• Do you support the death penalty in the Dylan Storm criminal case? Why or why not?

Roof Indictment.pdf

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Remember that your initial response should have a minimum of 350-500 words since the discussion is worth 20 points. You must respond to the posts of at least two colleagues. Expressing an opinion is not enough. You will be evaluated on the consistency and quality of your posts on the weekly discussion board. I will primarily be looking for how well you support your comments. I expect you to work to make meaning of the material of the course. I look for depth of engagement and a level of critical thinking and inquiry. Success hinges on keeping up with readings and referring to them as much as possible when you do respond.

As a reminder, you are not sending out a text message or tweet, so when writing your post, use proper English, grammar, and writing mechanics.

Use the “Reply” icon to start your discussion. Once you type and spell-check your thread, use the “Post Reply” icon to submit your thoughts. You can also review the Canvas video on posting discussions.

Participants must create a thread in order to view other threads in this forum.

Reply Posts(s):

Read the post and then respond accordingly by Thursday @11:59 p.m. Once you have posted your initial answer, you must post at least one follow-up post by Sunday @ @11:59 p.m. Your follow-up post may be either a further response to the initial post or a response to one of your classmates’ initial posts. Be sure to expand on colleagues’ concepts of the discussion topic.

As a reminder, you are not sending out a text message or tweet, so when writing your post, use proper English, grammar, and writing mechanics.

Use the “Reply” icon to start your discussion. Once you type and spell-check your thread, use the “Post Reply” icon to submit your thoughts. You can also review the Canvas video on posting discussions.

Participants must create a thread in order to view other threads in this forum.

Netiquette

As you read and respond to others’ posts, keep in mind some basic rules for netiquette:

• • • Be kind and respectful to others
    • Use full sentences
    • Don’t use too much jargon
    • Treat others online as you wish to be treated
    • Use language that supports others

Grading & Feedback

• Anticipated turn-around time-5 days
• The criteria are outlined in the rubric below
• You will be given feedback on ways to improve.
• Review the feedback each week to help you improve on future assignments

Canvas Guides

Here are some Canvas guides you can use to help you navigate discussion posts and submit your discussion replies

• How do I view discussions?Links to an external site.
• How do I reply to a discussion?Links to an external site.

Additional resources for this assignment

Discussion tool

How do I reply to a discussion as a student? Links to an external site.

Canvas Student Guides, Discussion Topic List Links to an external site.

Rubric

This assignment is graded with a rubric. Use these resources for rubric viewing and viewing your grade.

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Canvas Student Guides, Discussion Topic List Links to an external site.

Rubric

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Grading Rubric

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DOCTS 2

12.3 Unit 12: Discussion Board

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Discussion Instructions

Discussion Overview

The purpose of this discussion is to:

• Apply the examination of the legal parameters of the court system, including its importance in Western democratic societies.
• Assess the various categories of law, including the purpose of each as it applies to the case.
• Apply the six categories of crime and their characteristics.
• Examine what is meant by the elements of a specific criminal offense.

To achieve the objective(s),

• Read chapter 4 and listen to the lecture in this module.
• Read the case materials in the 4.2 Chapter Review Assignment text box.
• Watch the Zimmerman interrogation interview.

See the directions and rubric for more details.

Outcomes and Objectives

Student Learning Outcomes

• Identify the major components of the criminal justice system.
• Describe the differences between federal and state courts.
• Identify the major theories which attempt to explain crime causation.
• Identify the processes by which a criminal case progresses from investigation to appeal.
• Identify the Bill of Rights Amendments that impact the criminal justice system most.

Objectives

• Understand that as a student in this course:
  • That the material will seek to unsettle what is ‘known.’
  • Understand that your perspectives and understandings of the world will be challenged.
  • Expect that the class materials may be an unsettling experience for some as some deeply entrenched beliefs will be challenged.
  • You are encouraged to adopt a different frame of reference as you learn from each other
  • The expectation for the course is that all students participate and express themselves through their own unique social location.

Instructions

Initial Post: Initial post due by Thursday at 11:59 pm | Replies due by Sunday at 11:59 pm

TASKS:

1. Review the Probation Report on the Brock Turner case.
2. Discuss your findings. Note whether this is an appropriate case for probation supervision. Why or Why Not? Articulate your critical analysis of the probation sentence.

Brock Turner Probation Report

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Victim StatementLinks to an external site.

Remember that your initial response should have a minimum of 350-500 words since the discussion is worth 20 points. You must respond to the posts of at least two colleagues. Expressing an opinion is not enough. You will be evaluated on the consistency and quality of your posts on the weekly discussion board. I will primarily be looking for how well you support your comments. I expect you to work to make meaning of the material of the course. I look for depth of engagement and a level of critical thinking and inquiry. Success hinges on keeping up with readings and referring to them as much as possible when you do respond.

As a reminder, you are not sending out a text message or tweet, so when writing your post, use proper English, grammar, and writing mechanics.

Use the “Reply” icon to start your discussion. Once you type and spell-check your thread, use the “Post Reply” icon to submit your thoughts. You can also review the Canvas video on posting discussions.

Participants must create a thread in order to view other threads in this forum.

Reply Posts(s):

Read the post and then respond accordingly by Thursday @11:59 p.m. Once you have posted your initial answer, you must post at least one follow-up post by Sunday @ @11:59 p.m. Your follow-up post may be either a further response to the initial post or a response to one of your classmates’ initial posts. Be sure to expand on colleagues’ concepts of the discussion topic.

As a reminder, you are not sending out a text message or tweet, so when writing your post, use proper English, grammar, and writing mechanics.

Use the “Reply” icon to start your discussion. Once you type and spell-check your thread, use the “Post Reply” icon to submit your thoughts. You can also review the Canvas video on posting discussions.

Participants must create a thread in order to view other threads in this forum.

Netiquette

As you read and respond to others’ posts, keep in mind some basic rules for netiquette:

• • • Be kind and respectful to others
    • Use full sentences
    • Don’t use too much jargon
    • Treat others online as you wish to be treated
    • Use language that supports others

Grading & Feedback

• Anticipated turn-around time-5 days
• The criteria are outlined in the rubric below
• You will be given feedback on ways to improve.
• Review the feedback each week to help you improve on future assignments

Canvas Guides

Here are some Canvas guides you can use to help you navigate discussion posts and submit your discussion replies

• How do I view discussions?Links to an external site.
• How do I reply to a discussion?Links to an external site.

Additional resources for this assignment

Discussion tool

How do I reply to a discussion as a student? Links to an external site.

Canvas Student Guides, Discussion Topic List Links to an external site.

Rubric

This assignment is graded with a rubric. Use these resources for rubric viewing and viewing your grade.

How do I view the rubric for my graded discussion?Links to an external site.

How do I view the rubric for my assignment?Links to an external site.

How do I view rubric results for my assignmentLinks to an external site.

*Helpful Hint: Click on the three-dot menu on the top of this page to view the Grading Rubric for the discussion board.

Initial post due by Thursday at 11:59 pm | Replies due by Sunday at 11:59 pm

REMEMBER that your initial response should have a minimum of 350-500 words. Expressing an opinion is not enough. You will be evaluated on the consistency and quality of your posts to the weekly discussion board. I will primarily be looking for how well you support your comments. I expect you to work to make meaning of the material of the course. I look for depth of engagement, as well as a level of critical thinking and inquiry. Success hinges on keeping up with readings, and referring to them as much as possible when you do respond.

As a reminder, you are not sending out a text message or tweet, so when writing your post, use proper English, grammar, and writing mechanics.

Use the “Reply” icon to start your discussion. Once you type and spell-check your thread, use the “Post Reply” icon to submit your thoughts. Use can also review the Canvas video on posting discussions.

Participants must create a thread in order to view other threads in this forum.

Additional resources for this assignment

Discussion tool

How do I reply to a discussion as a student? Links to an external site.

Canvas Student Guides, Discussion Topic List Links to an external site.

Rubric

This discussion is graded with a rubric. Use these resources for rubric viewing and viewing your grade.

How do I view the rubric for my graded discussion?Links to an external site.

How do I view the rubric for my assignment?Links to an external site.

How do I view rubric results for my assignment?Links to an external site.

Grading Rubric

The “Rubric” for the discussion board can be viewed by clicking the three-dot menu at the top of the page.

DOCTS 3

• Due Nov 12 by 11:59pm
• Points 20
• Submitting a text entry box, a website url, a media recording, or a file upload
• Available Oct 30 at 8am – Nov 12 at 11:59pm

Assignment Instructions

Assignment Overview

This Chapter Review Assignment is combined with Unit 12.

The purpose of this assignment is to

• Understand American courts’ and corrections’ history, development, structure, and function.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the Court’s history, structure, and function.
• Convey an understanding of the process of adjudication.

To achieve the objective(s),

• Read Chapter 11 textbook and/or PPT.
• Read the case of John Albert Gardner in the Chapter Review Assignment textbox.
• Watch the two brief videos with a high-level overview of the case.

The course content will help you learn the various categories of crime.

See the directions and rubric for more details

Outcomes and Objectives

Student Learning Outcomes

• Identify the major components of the criminal justice system.
• Describe the differences between federal and state courts.
• Identify the major theories which attempt to explain crime causation.
• Identify the processes by which a criminal case progresses from investigation to appeal.
• Identify the Bill of Rights Amendments that have the greatest impact on the criminal justice system

Objectives

• Learn the Court processes discussed in this chapter.

Instructions

The Chapter Review Assignment for Units 11 & 12 is combined. The case review aligns with the learning objectives regarding sentencing probation and parole.

1. Review the Probation Report on the John Gardner case from the link noted below.
2. Summarize the facts of the case in your own words.
3. Conduct additional research on his continued criminal conduct after his release.
4. Note your critical analysis of the imposition of Gardner’s sentence in the new criminal cases. Was the sanction imposed by the Court sufficient? Would you have supported the death penalty in this case?

John Albert GardnerDownload John Albert Gardner

Click on the links below to access the case documents:

John Gardner Probation Report.pdf

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