Understanding the Juvenile Justice System
This class examines how the juvenile justice system works—the difference between the adult system and the juvenile system.
Samantha Lowery
Average rating:
4.7
Number of reviews:(53)
What's included
1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Student will take a in-class quiz and make decisions based on the in-class scenerio. There will be a 23 page document for students to read before class.Assessment
Students will be given a letter grade based on performance and class participation.Grading
includedClass Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
This class examines how the juvenile justice system works—the difference between the adult system and the juvenile system. The students will do in class examples and answer questions. This is an interactive class where the students will be asked to answer discussion questions and make decisions that a new prosecutor would be asked to make.
Learning Goals
Students will improve their understanding of the difference and similarities between the juvenile justice system and the adult criminal justice system.
Other Details
Supply List
Reading assignment will be provided free with copy of class slides.
3 files available upon enrollment
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined May, 2020
4.7
53reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Doctoral Degree from University of Nebraska College of Law
Bachelor's Degree from University of Oregon
I teach legal classes including constitutional law and an introduction to criminal justice.
I was a criminal defense investigator for 15 years. My education: Juris Doctorate 2020 Law University of Nebraska College of Law; Bachelors of Science 2016 Sociology with Honors; minor in Cultural Anthropology University of Oregon; AAS 2013 Human Services: Criminal Justice Lane Community College; Certificate of Mediation 2020 UNL College of Law
I use a wide variety of techniques because every student learns differently.
When I am not teaching I enjoy photography! Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$25
per classMeets once
45 min
Completed by 9 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 14-18
6-12 learners per class
