An Introduction to Penology
9781779563972
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Arcler Education Inc
Overview
This book provides an overview of the theories, policies, and practices of penology, the study of punishment and correctional systems. Topics include the history of punishment, prison management, and alternative sentencing methods. It examines the social and psychological impacts of incarceration and rehabilitation programs. Case studies highlight contemporary issues in penal reform and justice. The book emphasizes the balance between punishment, deterrence, and rehabilitation. It is a vital resource for students, researchers, and professionals in criminology and criminal justice.
Author Bio
Sue Strickland-Lord is a college lecturer in Social Sciences, lecturing for over twenty years in several UK colleges. She specialises in Criminology and has a 1st Class degree in Criminology from the University of Winchester and a MSc in Criminal Justice, with merit from the University of Portsmouth. Sue achieved particularly high grades in her dissertations with pass percentages at 85% and she has been able to pass on those skills to many of her students who have excelled in their educational achievement.
Sue works hard to introduce students to the world of Criminology and inspires students to research the subject thoroughly and understand it fully to support their own academic writing. Many of her students have gone on to gain their educational aspirations and go on to work in areas such as criminal justice, policing, law and prison services.
Her own career as also included working with vulnerable victims and writing educational programmes within prison reform.