Discussion 1: Crime Analysis Techniques
Competency Addressed in This Discussion
- Competency 2: Apply decision-making and leadership skills in a police administration environment.
Introduction
The statistical analysis of data and the organization of information into manageable summaries provide law enforcement with meaningful tools with which to combat crime. The crime problem has continued to grow in terms of quantity, sophistication, and complexity, thereby forcing police officers and investigators to seek additional help in enforcement techniques.
The purpose of crime analysis is to organize massive quantities of raw information from databases used in automated records systems, and to forecast specific future events from the statistical manipulation of these data. In theory, crime analysis provides a thorough and systematic analysis of data on which to make rational decisions regarding past, present, and future actions.
Instructions
In your main post:
- Articulate at least two common crime analysis techniques (such as crime-specific analysis, link analysis, telephone toll analysis, visual investigative analysis (VIA), or case analysis and management system (CAMS)) you would use as a criminal justice leader, and why.
- Predict whether statistical crime analysis forms a solid basis for rational decision making regarding past, present, and future actions.
- Illustrate how crime analysis is used to forecast specific future events from a criminal justice leader’s perspective, using a supporting example.
Discussion Objectives
The competencies addressed in this discussion are supported by discussion objectives, as follows:
- Competency 2: Apply decision-making and leadership skills in a police administration environment.
- Articulate common crime analysis techniques you may utilize as a criminal justice professional.
- Predict whether statistical crime analysis forms a foundation for rational decision making regarding past, present, and future actions.
- Illustrate, from a criminal justice leader’s perspective, how crime analysis is used to forecast specific future events.
Response Guidelines
Respond to the posts of two peers. Interact with other learners about crime analysis techniques you may use as a criminal justice professional.
- What were the similarities and differences between how you and others would apply the proposed techniques as criminal justice professionals?
- Did you agree or disagree with other learners about whether statistical crime analysis forms a solid basis for rational decision making regarding past, present, and future actions? Why or why not?
- What feedback did you give and receive about examples shared regarding how crime analysis is used to forecast specific future events?
APA citations are not required for discussions. However, if outside material is used, you are required to cite references.
Resources
- CJ Discussion Participation Scoring Guide.
- Community of Excellence.
- Criminal Justice Undergraduate Research Guide.
- G.R.E.A.T. Discussion Guidelines.
Discussion 2: Information Technology in Policing
Competencies Addressed in This Discussion
- Competency 1: Utilize police communication principles in community relations.
- Competency 2: Apply decision-making and leadership skills in a police administration environment.
- Competency 3: Analyze the culture of police organizations from a leadership perspective.
Introduction
Information technologies have become central to the support of modern policing strategies. Information technologies are useful in data analysis, as well as storing and maintaining older data. What is important to note, though, is that information technologies are not limited to the roles of crime analysts. The entire organization must have access to such technology, such as field inquiries, mapping of specific neighborhoods, and managerial performance measures. Information technologies also play an integral role in administrative decision making. Although there are countless benefits of information technologies for the police, officers and administrators in departments must be equipped with information and training.
Instructions
For this discussion, assume the role of a criminal justice professional in a leadership position. In your main post:
- Explain the role of a police administrator in ensuring that information technology development and design support the emerging strategies in policing.
- Describe the impact of information technologies on the police.
- Explore your role as a police administrator in the community as aided by, but not controlled by, information technologies.
Discussion Objectives
The competencies addressed in this discussion are supported by discussion objectives, as follows:
- Competency 1: Utilize police communication principles in community relations.
- Explore the role of a police administrator in the community as aided by information technologies.
- Competency 2: Apply decision-making and leadership skills in a police administration environment.
- Describe the impact of information technologies on the police.
- Competency 3: Analyze the culture of police organizations from a leadership perspective.
- Explain a police administrator’s role in ensuring that information technology development and design support the emerging strategies in policing.
Response Guidelines
Respond to the posts of two peers. Interact with other learners about the role of a police administrator in ensuring that information technology development and design support the emerging strategies in policing.
- Did you and other learners share similar perspectives? Why or why not?
- How was your description of the impact of information technologies on police administrators similar or different from other perspectives shared?
- Did you see a consensus among learners regarding the role of a police officer in the community as aided by information technologies?
APA citations are not required for discussions. However, if outside material is used, you are required to cite references.
Resources
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