Question 1

Discuss the possible future scenarios for corrections noted in this chapter. Note the advantages and disadvantages of each scenario.

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Question 2

Of all the possible paths that corrections may pursue noted in this chapter, which two are your choices for the best options? Discuss why you chose the two options you selected.

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Question 3

One possible direction for corrections is to reintroduce the spiritual dimension into corrections. This is very possible because it has already begun; Florida, for example, has two faith-based prisons. What do you think about trying to reintroduce a spiritual dimension in corrections? Is this a positive direction for prisons, probation, and parole? Or should we focus on such traditional efforts as education, job training, and substance abuse treatment?

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Question 4

Can you think of any other directions that corrections can or should take in the next few years? Explain.

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Question 5

Ethics Focus: "Where Do We Go From Here?"
The possible futures addressed in this chapter include a continued emphasis on punishment, devoting more resources to correctional treatment, pursuing restorative justice, and greater attention to spiritual values.
-Which of these alternatives are more economically efficient in the short run?

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Question 6

Ethics Focus: "Where Do We Go From Here?"
The possible futures addressed in this chapter include a continued emphasis on punishment, devoting more resources to correctional treatment, pursuing restorative justice, and greater attention to spiritual values.
-In the long run?

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Question 7

Ethics Focus: "Where Do We Go From Here?"
The possible futures addressed in this chapter include a continued emphasis on punishment, devoting more resources to correctional treatment, pursuing restorative justice, and greater attention to spiritual values.
-Which are more morally responsible?

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Quiz 13: The Future of Corrections

Discuss the possible future scenarios for corrections noted in this chapter. Note the advantages and disadvantages of each scenario.

Of all the possible paths that corrections may pursue noted in this chapter, which two are your choices for the best options? Discuss why you chose the two options you selected.

Can you think of any other directions that corrections can or should take in the next few years? Explain.

Ethics Focus: "Where Do We Go From Here?" The possible futures addressed in this chapter include a continued emphasis on punishment, devoting more resources to correctional treatment, pursuing restorative justice, and greater attention to spiritual values. -In the long run?

Ethics Focus: "Where Do We Go From Here?" The possible futures addressed in this chapter include a continued emphasis on punishment, devoting more resources to correctional treatment, pursuing restorative justice, and greater attention to spiritual values. -Which are more morally responsible?