Juvenile Justice: A Guide to Theory, Policy, and Practice - Softcover

Allen, Jennifer M.; Cox, Steven M.; Hanser, Robert D.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1506349005 ISBN 13: 9781506349008

Publisher: SAGE Publications, Inc, 2017

Synopsis

“The text is written from a practical standpoint, which students are likely to understand and appreciate.”

—Lindsey Livingston Runell, J.D., Ph.D., Kutztown University

 

Brief, focused, and up-to-date, Juvenile Justice: A Guide to Theory, Policy, and Practice, Ninth Edition, by Steven M. Cox, Jennifer M. Allen, and Robert D. Hanser, is a must-have text that takes students on a journey through the practical realities of the juvenile justice system and the most current topics in the field. Students not only learn about the history, process, and theories of the juvenile justice system, but they also gain access to the latest crime measurements and explore important issues such as community-based sanctions, treatment and rehabilitation, gangs, and international youth crime. Emphasizing evidence-based practices, the authors guide readers through the methods and problems of the system and offer realistic insights for students interested in a career in juvenile justice. Real-life examples, excellent pedagogical features, and a complete online ancillary package are provided to help instructors effectively teach the course and help students learn interactively. 

 

About this title

Review:

“The text is written from a practical standpoint, which students are likely to understand and appreciate.”

(Lindsey Livingston Runell, J.D., Ph.D.)

“The author’s knowledge and passion for the subject matter comes through the materials. The textbook is easy to read and comprehend, though the font could be larger. The organization and transition between chapters and topics keeps the interest of the student and is fun to coordinate learning activities with.”

(Keven Pellant)

 “Students are able to easily understand the material. Good organization. Very thorough.”

(Arthur G. Vasquez University of Texas at Arlington)

“Covers topic thoroughly...well organized.”

(Professor Rita Hayes)

“Unlike books I have used in the past, I feel this text does a much better job of challenging students and engaging the most current research.”

(Lacey N. Wallace, Ph.D.)

About the Author:

Steven M. Cox earned his B.S. in psychology, M.A. in sociology, and Ph.D. in sociology at the University of Illinois in Urbana/Champaign. Dr. Cox was a member of the Law Enforcement and Justice Administration faculty at Western Illinois University from 1975 to 2011. For 50 years he served as trainer and consultant to numerous criminal justice agencies in the United States and abroad and worked with several universities in the area of course development. In addition, Dr. Cox has authored and co-authored numerous textbooks and articles. 

 

About this edition

• Publisher: SAGE Publications, Inc
• Publication date: 2017
• ISBN 10: 1506349005
• ISBN 13: 9781506349008
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 488