Background of Correctional Programs Worksheet
Respond to the following prompts in 100 to 175 words each.
1. What is the concept behind correctional programs? Why do correctional programs exist? What goal(s) do most programs have in common? What is the relationship between institutional and community-based programs?
2. What theories or methodologies have helped shape correctional programs? What do these theories or methodologies state? How do these theories or methodologies differ between institutional and community-based programs?
3. How have correctional programs evolved? What are some of the specific changes that have occurred in the last 15 years?
