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Understanding the Logic

Understanding the Logic One early flaw in NEPRC’s deployment of RFID technology was the absence of a well-articulated logic model. Quite simply, a logic model asks the question, “How is the technology supposed to work?” Answering that question thoroughly will increase the odds that users deploy the technology as intended. In the case of NEPRC, […]

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HARNESSING THE POWER OF TECHNOLOGY IN INSTITUTIONAL CORRECTIONS BY NANCY LA VIGNE

HARNESSING THE POWER OF TECHNOLOGY IN INSTITUTIONAL CORRECTIONS BY NANCY LA VIGNE One researcher reflects on the challenges and opportunities associated with implementing and evaluating criminal justice technologies. A s criminologists, we are typically well trained in evaluation methodology but less so in the issues and nuances associated with technology deployment. When we evaluate criminal

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Evaluate an existing strategy or one that has been previously implemented, based on your chosen theory

Evaluate an existing strategy or one that has been previously implemented, based on your chosen theory Describe the theory and its assumptions Describe the strategy in depth—what does it entail, who is the target population, where it is implemented, and who carries it out Discuss its effectiveness (strategy evaluation) including  supporting research evidence Discuss why

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Modify an already existing strategy based on your chosen theory

Modify an already existing strategy based on your chosen theory Describe the theory and its assumptions Describe the strategy in depth—what does it entail, who is the target population, where it is implemented, and who carries it out Describe your modification in detail Discuss why a modification is necessary, including supporting research evidence and why

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What is the reason for tracking inmate movements throughout the facility?

What is the reason for tracking inmate movements throughout the facility? Selecting 1 of the 3 topics, you will be required to submit a 300-word minimum main topic posting. Please add your references to the main topic posting (required). You are encouraged to do research on the topic from other resources. You will be responding

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