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A Guide to Study Skills and Careers in Criminal Justice and Public Security

Autor Frank A. Schmalleger, Catherine D. Marcum
en Limba Engleză Paperback – 20 apr 2016
A Guide to Study Skills and Careers in Criminal Justice and Public Security is the ultimate how-to resource for success in the study of criminal justice. Renowned author Frank Schmalleger, who has over 40 years of field experience, has teamed up with researcher and educator Catherine D. Marcum to introduce students to the field of criminal justice, break down its many components, and describe a variety of employment opportunities available to criminal justice graduates. Students will learn how to effectively approach the study of criminal justice; communicate successfully with professors, peers, and potential employers; choose classes that will assist with career goals; develop good study habits and critical thinking skills; and write effectively in criminal justice. Additionally, as their academic careers advance, students will gain insights into how to best prepare for successful careers.
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Specificații

ISBN-13: 9781506323701
ISBN-10: 1506323707
Pagini: 112
Dimensiuni: 178 x 254 x 10 mm
Greutate: 0.2 kg
Ediția:1
Editura: SAGE Publications
Colecția Sage Publications, Inc
Locul publicării:Thousand Oaks, United States

Recenzii

“No other textbooks address these issues, in particular for freshman students who do not have the slightest idea of what career paths they want to select. This provides an easily readable and easily understandable insight first into what careers are offered by criminal justice, and provides them with excellent tools to excel in that field.”

“Great introductory text for freshmen students new to the field of criminal justice”

“[Strengths include] focus on professions in the criminal justice field, resources for students on how to successfully navigate a future in criminal justice, and information on how to navigate college in order to successfully obtain a degree in criminal justice”

“Concise, Well-developed, Very informative”

“This text provides a good review of the basics of the criminal justice system, tips and tricks to being successful in college, and a specific focus on preparing for criminal justice careers.”

“Easy-to-understand explanations of the criminal justice system and its components”

“[A Guide to Study Skills and Careers in Criminal Justice and Public Security] provides students with tips and information that most professors do not have time to cover or teach in a course (such as note-taking skills). Tables are clear and easy to understand… Overall, the book is well-written, covers many important issues, and will be helpful for students from their first year (note-taking) to last year (selecting a career) at a college or university.”

“…I feel it is an excellent supplement to textbooks that discuss process, concepts, theories and all elements of the criminal justice system. This book would only improve student chances of success.”

“Great practical examples, easy to read, interesting, and relevant, fills a void in criminal justice.  Necessary and important.”

“[Strengths include] the practical advice provided, the sample resume and cover letter, and the specific examples provided within each chapter of dos and don’ts.”

“Concise, Informative without being “dry”, flows easily, and easy to read.”

Good layout including the Table of Contents.”

“[Strengths include] the ease of reading and length of the chapters, material is relevant, and it covers topics that most CRJ students will be faced with.”

“Love the down to earth examples and writing style. It portrays reality well. Sets clear expectations on all the topics with great examples.”

 “[Strengths include] the organization of the narrative in each chapter, the case studies provided, the discussion questions at the end of each chapter.”

Cuprins

Chapter 1. Criminal Justice and Public Safety
Chapter 2. Maximizing Your Courses and Professors
Chapter 3. Effective Note Taking and Time Management
Chapter 4. Online Learning
Chapter 5. Communicating Effectively and Applying for Jobs
Chapter 6. Writing Styles in Criminal Justice
Chapter 7. Making Good Choices in the Social and Professional World
Chapter 8. Criminal Justice Internships and Service Learning Opportunities

Notă biografică

Frank Schmalleger is Distinguished Professor Emeritus at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke (UNCP). Schmalleger taught criminal justice courses and chaired the Department of Sociology, Social Work, and Criminal Justice for nearly 20 years while at UNCP. He is the author of more than a dozen textbooks in the justice field.


Descriere

With case studies and sample documents integrated throughout, this guide helps students approach their studies with confidence and gives guidance on their future career