Bethel University the Prison Systems of The Progressive Era Discussion

In unit 1 we studied how prison systems have changed over time. We examined the Medical Model of incarceration and its demise. We extensively reviewed the troubling fact that the United States incarcerates a larger percentage of its population than any other country in the world. We also discussed how national priorities appear to be moving toward prevention of terrorism and greater public education, and away from simply incarcerating every offender. For this unit’s Complete assignment, write a comprehensive scholarly essay (minimum 1650 words) in which you analyze, explain, and apply these concepts in the context of a law enforcement organization. You must incorporate and cite, using correct APA citation format, at least four different scholarly research sources. Be sure your essay demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of the READ and ATTEND sections from this unit. In-line citations must be used in the body of your essay, and all research sources must be fully cited at the conclusion of your essay. Correct APA citation formats must be used.

Your essay should analyze the prison systems of the Progressive era with the system of corrections in use after World War II. What are the major differences? What brought about the changes? Did society benefit from the changes? Your essay should discuss the Medical Model of incarceration. What was its purpose and why did it end? Your essay should include a full examination of the extremely high rate of incarceration in the United States. Why is the percentage of our population sentenced to correctional institutions so high? Is it possible to achieve compliance with laws and maintain social order without incarcerating so many people? Should “catch and release” be used for all non-violent criminal offenses? Finally, you should ponder what changes you would make at your institution if you were the correctional administrator.