Discuss the differences between the two prison systems. How many are dedicated solely to all female offenders? Perhaps, discuss the historical context and what led to the separation (as we did last class). Why did changes occur?
Discuss how many women currently serve prison terms. The racial composition, etc. How many are pregnant? What happens when they become pregnant while in prison? Does that happen often?
Thoroughly introduce prison nurseries. How many exist? The differences between the intake and protocols.
What treatment services are provided? Has research deemed them effective? Why or why not?
Showcase outcomes. Are prison nurseries impactful? Are they effective in curbing recidivism? What do the studies show?
Talk about the legal, ethical, and developmental concerns of children within these programs. (See article).
Are children of these inmates more likely to end up in prison themselves? What does the research say?
Discuss policy implications. What works, what doesn’t, what can be done better.
the paper must be based on facts or the opinions of authoritative sources (e.g., peer reviewed studies/books, government data, data/analysis published by established organizations such as Human Rights Watch, Amnesty International, American etc.)
research should include mostly traditional sources (e.g., books, journal articles
A minimum of eight published academic sources (e.g., books or journal articles) is required
In terms of length, papers should not exceed 12-pages of double-spaced text (not counting title page/abstract/references).
the paper should be as followed:
Title: Choose a concise title that adequately reflects what your paper is about. The title aims to catch the attention of the reader and compel him/her to read on, thus your title should be descriptive, punchy, and relevant.
Introduction: The introduction should explore the background to the body of the paper that will follow. In a few sentences at the end of your introduction, describe why you chose your particular topic and why it is important.
Main Body: This is the major presentation of the thesis of the paper and it should be liberally structured with sub-headings that will logically lead the reader through the development of your arguments. The main body should consist of a literature review—i.e., an account of what has been published on your chosen topic by accredited scholars and researchers. You might want to include specific considerations such as: (1) what population/group does this issue/problem affect the most? (2) Who (if anyone) benefits from this issue/problem and how? (3) What theories might be useful for explaining this issue/problem?
Conclusion: In the conclusion, summarize the thesis of your paper. You should also address the policy implications of your research. That is, what might be some solutions/correctives to the problem/issue you have addressed?
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