1. Three proctored exams (55 points) -- Exam #1 = 15 points, Exam #2 = 20 points, and Exam #3= 20 points

The exams will be be a mixture of multiple choice, fill-in the blank or short and long essay questions.

Students are allowed to bring notes with them during the exams. However, the notes could be only on one side of one-half of a standard 8.5X11 sheet of paper. The "crib notes" must be done on a computer. They could be reduced in size and font. BUT, they MUST be individual and not those of another student or students. The use of crib notes is OPTIONAL. However, any student that uses "crib notes" must answer the last question in each exam indicating that crib notes were used AND that they understand that the notes MUST be sent to the Instructor by attachment on ANGEL on the day the student takes the test.

2. Two writing assignments using APA Style (5, and 15 points respectively)

• Writing Assignment #1 (5 points) -- Annotated Bibliography

To be certain that everyone has journal articles, you will be required to send me an annotated bibliography of the articles you intend to use in your topic paper (see details in Writing Assignment #2), and they are to be placed in the Drop Box labeled Annotated Bibliography. Annotated bibliographies will be due the week of LESSON 3. Submissions after the due date will not be reviewed, and a grade of zero (0) will be posted for this assignment.

Make sure that you submit scholarly journal articles. As this may be the first time some of you will have to perform such a search, here's a site helps delineate the difference between Scholarly Journals v. Popular Magazine Articles: http://lib.utsa.edu/Research/Subject/scholarlyguide.html. A good rule of thumb is......"If it is less than six pages, be suspicious."

Please see this site for instructions: http://www.unc.edu/depts/wcweb/handouts/annotated_apa.html.

• Writing Assignment #2 (15 points) -- Topic Paper

NOTE: ABSOLUTELY NO QUOTED MATERIAL SHALL BE USED IN YOUR PAPER. THE ASSIGNMENT MUST BE PARAPHRASED IN YOUR OWN WORDS WITH PROPER PARAPHRASE CITATIONS. i.e., (Ruiz, 2008). There must be at least one paraphrased citation in each paragraph of the paper except for the Abstract, Introduction, and Conclusion letting the reader know the source of the information contained in that paragraph.

Each student will be assigned a topic regarding policing by the second class meeting. Students will be required to research their topic in the scientific journals, and shall incorporate no less than five (5) scientific journal articles of their assigned topic in their paper. The paper shall contain no less than 3,500 words, which s/he will be the sole author.

The paper requires that you present the facts about which you have read. These facts, however, must come from what you have read in those articles and only those articles. No other sources, including the textbook, are allowed. Aside from the Introduction and Conclusion, I expect each paragraph to have at least one citation in it directing the reader to the source of the information contained.  It is expected that students will construct their papers in such a way as to have all five articles represented equally.  The Introduction and Conclusion shall consist of no more than one page each.

All journal articles used to construct this paper 1) cannot be more than 10 years old, and 2) must be cited in the text of the paper and properly referenced. There are no exceptions to this rule!

The paper will be placed in the Drop Box labeled Topic Paper. Papers are due during the week of Lesson 11. Late papers will be accepted during the week of Lesson 12. Papers submitted after that time will not be accepted. All late papers are subject to a 10-point reduction in grade.

Note: APA style is required in all assignments including face page, abstract, and reference section

3. Three Ethical Dilemma Movie Writing Assignments (5 points each, 15 points total)

Each of the Ethical Dilemma Movie Writing Assignments requires a paper 750 words in length. Papers below the required length will be assessed a penalty. These assignments are not book reviews. Specific characters in each movie are listed and an analysis of their ethical conduct will be expected. This will require the student to watch and listen closely to the video. These assignments require the same APA Style requirements as the other writing assignments above. The papers will be submitted to Drop Boxes labeled "Movie Writing Assignments" in their respective lesson folders.

Note: APA style is required in all assignments including face page, abstract, and reference section. For those unfamiliar with APA Style, this is a good time to become familiar with it because future writing assignments will require this style be used. If you are unfamiliar with APA Style, here are three resources we recommend:

• University of Wisconsin-Madison's Web site.
• David Warlick's Citation Machine.
• The Penn State Library system. Follow the steps below:
  • Go to the PSU Library (LIAS);
  • Find the "Research Tools" link;
  • Select "Online Reference Resources" link;
  • Scroll down to "Writing Resources/Style Manuals" link;
  • Click on the "APA" link;
  • Last in the line of APA resources is "StyleWizard.com" link. This feature will provide a flawless citation for your Reference Section every time.

4. Class participation (5 points)
   

The Participation grade will be awarded on the basis of the quality of the student’s participation in discussions and postings on the discussion forums.

5. Plagiarism Test (5 points)

Prior to beginning the writing assignments, it is mandatory that you proceed to this web site take and successfully pass the Indiana University Bloomington School of Education Plagiarism Test. http://education.indiana.edu/~frick/plagiarism/

You MUST pass this test no later than the end of Lesson 2. When you pass the test you will receive a certificate indicating that you have passed the test. Please copy that certificate and place it in the DROP BOX supplied for this assignment. You may take this test as many times as necessary but you must pass the test.

The purpose of this assignment is to inform students who may be unsure of what constitutes plagiarism. Plagiarism will be dealt with harshly in this course and it is important that you understand what it is and how to avoid it. This is an excellent site that explains what plagiarism is and provides examples.

Grade Scale

A = 94.5-100%	A- = 89.5-94.4%
B+ = 86.5-89.4%	B = 82.5-86.4%
B- = 79.5-82.4%	C+ = 74.5-79.4%
C = 69.5-74.4%	D = 59.5-69.4%
F = <59.5%

Grade Distribution

Class participation	5%
Writing Assignments	35%
Exam 1	20%
Exam 2	20%
Exam 3	20%
Total	100%

Note: Successful completion or participation in each element of the above grading criteria will be mandatory for successful completion of this course. Failure to take the tests, or failure to submit the writing assignments will be grounds for a grade of "F" for the course.

Specific areas upon which I shall be concentrating when grading papers:

• Margins--One inch all around. If in doubt, measure them.

• Numbers--Numbers 10 and above should be written as numerals except when they are used beginning a sentence.

• When percent follows a number, utilize the percent (%) symbol.

• Indentation--Five and only five spaces.

• Spacing--Double-spaced

• Proper citations and references are expected. http://www.wisc.edu/writetest/Handbook/DocAPA.html

• This site also provides excellent citation and reference guidance: http://citationmachine.net/

• Separate sheets for the Title, Abstract, and Reference pages required. http://www.wisc.edu/writetest/Handbook/DocAPA.html

• Page numbers as stipulated. http://www.wisc.edu/writetest/Handbook/DocAPA.html

• Papers will have proper headings. http://www.wisc.edu/writetest/Handbook/DocAPA.html

• Do not double space between paragraphs.

• The paper shall be written using TIMES font and 12 size.

• Do not use the phrase "looked at" unless it is a personal visual observation. Although this is commonly used by academics to describe a review or study, this is improper terminology.

• Papers submitted below the required length will receive an appropriate grade reduction for this deficiency.

• The paper shall not contain any quoted material. NONE!

• Do not write in the first person. Speak of yourself or your position as “It is believed” or  “Evidence suggests.”

• Do not import tables from your journals into your papers. You may use tables that you have created. If you do use tables you have created, remember that all elements of the table must be completely explained in your paper.

• Finally, ALWAYS, ALWAYS, ALWAYS read your finished paper aloud to yourself. Your ears will hear mistakes that your eyes fail to see. Also, have your paper proofread by another who you consider knowledgeable. These last two, if properly done, will go a long way to ensuring a score commensurate to your effort.
  

Grading of Writing Assignments

Grading of the writing assignments will be accomplished by concentrating on two areas equally: Content and Composition. Composition will encompass compliance to the requirements specified for each assignment. Each area is scored equally.

Please refer to the University Grading Policy for Undergraduate Courses for additional information about University grading policies.

Deferred Grades

If, for reasons beyond the student's control, a student is prevented from completing a course within the prescribed time, the grade in that course may be deferred with the concurrence of the instructor. The symbol DF appears on the student's transcript until the course has been completed. Non-emergency permission for filing a deferred grade must be requested by the student before the beginning of the final examination period. In an emergency situation, an instructor can approve a deferred grade after the final exam period has started. Under emergency conditions during which the instructor is unavailable, authorization is required from one of the following: the dean of the college in which the candidate is enrolled; the executive director of the Division of Undergraduate Studies if the student is enrolled in that division or is a provisional student; or the campus chancellor of the student's associated Penn State campus.

For additional information please refer to the Deferring a Grade page.

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Course Schedule

Lesson 1: Course Introduction
Assignments:	Email exercise Self introduction in the Discussion Forum Dropbox Exercise Library registration Review exam information and secure your proctor

Lesson 2: Morality, Orality, Ethics, and Determining Moral Behavior
Readings:	Textbook – Chapters 1 & 2
Assignments:	Discussion Forum Activity - Behavior Regulation Discussion Forum Activity - Child Molesters and Cannibals Send your Exam Request Form(s) to World Campus Student Services.

Lesson 3: Developing Moral and Ethical Behavior
Readings:	Textbook – Chapters 3 & 4
Assignments:	Discussion Forum Activity - Ethical Dilemma Discussion Forum Activity - Paradigms of Law

Lesson 4: Further Issues in Retributive Justice
Readings:	Textbook – Chapter 5
Assignments:	Discussion Forum Activity - Marijuana Discussion Forum Activity - Child Molestation Case Reation Paper: Ethical Brief of Bowers v. Hardwick

EXAM 1
Assignments:	EXAM 1

Lesson 5: The Ethics and the Criminal Justice Professional & The Police Role in Society
Readings:	Textbook – Chapter 6
Assignments:	Discussion Forum Activity - Police Officers Discussion Forum Activity - Culture of Loyalty Reaction Paper: Police Job Description Writing Assignment #1: Annotated Bibliography (Please complete the "How to Recognize Plagiarism" test via http://education.indiana.edu/~frick/plagiarism/ before you work on your writing assignment)

Lesson 6: Corruption and the “Code”
Readings:	Textbook – Chapters 7 & 8
Assignments:	Discussion Forum Activity - Gratuity Policy Reaction Paper: Dirty Harry Send your Exam Request Form(s) to World Campus Student Services.

Lesson 7: Noble-Cause Corruption
Readings:	Textbook – Chapter 9
Assignments:	Discussion Forum Activity - Ruby Ridge Discussion Forum Activity - Guilty or Not Guilty Writing Assignment #2: Assessment Paper

Lesson 8: Ethics and Legal Professionals
Readings:	Textbook – Chapter 10
Assignments:	Discussion Forum Activity - Work Ethics Discussion Forum Activity - Legal Professionals

EXAM 2
Assignments:	EXAM 2

Lesson 9: Justice and Judicial Ethics
Readings:	Textbook – Chapter 11
Assignments:	Discussion Forum Activity - Judicial Ethics Discussion Forum Activity - Margin of Error Discussion Writing Assignment #3: Topic Paper

Lesson 10: The Ethics of Punishment and Corrections & Ethics and Institutional Corrections
Readings:	Textbook – Chapters 12 & 13
Assignments:	Discussion Forum Activity - Prison Guard Discussion Forum Activity - Incapacitate or Not? Send your Exam Request Form(s) to World Campus Student Services.

Lesson 11: Ethics and Community Corrections
Readings:	Textbook – Chapter 14
Assignments:	Discussion Forum Activity - Probation Officer With A DWI Probationer Discussion Forum Activity - Coworker Treatment of Offenders

Lesson 12: Ethical Choices and the “War on Terror”
Readings:	Textbook – Chapter 15
Assignments:	Discussion Forum Activity - Justified Torture by Some Circumstances Discussion Forum Activity - Sharing Your Opinions or Not

EXAM 3
Assignments:	EXAM 3

Formal instruction will end on the last day of class. Provided that you have an active Penn State Access Account user ID and password, you will continue to be able to access the course materials for one year, starting from the end date of the academic semester in which the course was offered (with the exception of library reserves and other external resources that may have a shorter archival period). After one year, you might be able to access the course based on the policies of the program or department offering the course material, up to a maximum of three years from the end date of the academic semester in which the course was offered. For more information, please review the University Course Archival Policy.

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Academic Integrity

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Course Policies

Plagiarism

Derived from the Latin word Plagiarius, plagiarism is defined by Alexander Lindly as "The false assumption of authorship: the wrongful act of taking the product of another person's mind, and presenting it as one's own." (Plagiarism and Originality. New York: Harper, 1952, p. 2). Plagiarism may take the form of repeating another's sentences as your own, adopting a particularly apt phrase as your own, paraphrasing someone else's argument as your own, or even presenting someone else's line of thinking in the development of a thesis as though it were your own. In short, to plagiarize is to give the impression that you have written or thought something that you have in fact borrowed from another. Although a writer may use another person's words and thoughts, they must be acknowledged as such.

Plagiarism is cheating. Any student caught plagiarizing the work of another will, at the very least, receive an "F" for the course, and could lead to expulsion from the University. Your attention is again directed to the Senate Policy 49-20 "Academic Integrity" with regards to this important topic. Plagiarism is considered to be any one or more of the following:

1. Extracting any sentence from another text without quotation marks and a supporting citation.


2. Extracting a portion of any sentence from another text without enclosing it in quotation marks and a supporting citation.


3. "Cut & Paste" or “Mosaic” plagiarism occurs when a student eliminates or adds one or two words to an existing sentence, or abbreviates a compound sentence. (For example, the first of the three following sentences is the original in a text, and it appears as a properly cited quotation. Those that follow the first sentence would be considered "cut-and-paste" plagiarism. "The German sociologist Max Weber, although best known to students of public administration for his analysis of rational bureaucracy, has had a broad impact on the social sciences" (Denhardt, 1993, p. 30). "It has been said that Max Weber, although best known to students of public administration for his analysis of rational bureaucracy, has had a broad impact on the social sciences." "The German sociologist Max Weber has had a broad impact on the social sciences."


4. Also considered under this title is any paper submitted in which the cited material is not designated by quotation marks in the text of the paper. It has been my experience that authors of such papers are attempting to shield themselves under a mantle that has come to be known in political circles as "Plausible Deniability." In short, the defense "I didn't know what I was doing was wrong" will not be accepted.


5. A good rule of thumb would be, if you use four or more of the original words of an author in succession, then they must be enclosed by quotation marks and a proper citation should accompany their use. Contained in this endnote are important observations and statements from Penn State and other national and universities on the topic of plagiarism. Please review these carefully as you will be held responsible for their contents.

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University Policies

• Accomodating Disability

Penn State welcomes students with disabilities into the University's educational programs. Every Penn State campus has resources for students with disabilities. The Student Disability Resources (SDR) website provides contacts for disability services at every Penn State campus. For further information, please visit the SDR website.

In order to apply for reasonable accommodations, you must contact the appropriate disability resources office at the campus where you are officially enrolled, participate in an intake interview, and provide documentation based on the documentation guidelines. If the documentation supports your request for reasonable accommodations, your campus's disability resources office will provide you with an accommodation letter. Please share this letter with your instructors and discuss the accommodations with them as early in your courses as possible. You must follow this process for every semester that you request accommodations.

• Graduation

Note: If you are planning to graduate this semester, please communicate your intent to graduate to your instructor. This will alert your instructor to the need to submit your final grade in time to meet the published graduation deadlines. For more information about graduation policies and deadlines, please go to the Graduation Information on the My Penn State Online Student Portal.

• Additional Policies

For information about additional policies regarding Penn State Access Accounts; credit by examination; course tuition, fees, and refund schedules; and drops and withdrawals, please see the World Campus Student Center website.

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Disclaimer: Please note that the specifics of this Course Syllabus are subject to change, and you will be responsible for abiding by any such changes. Your instructor will notify you of any changes.

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