“We are a diverse society, and our college population represents that diversity. This is a more representational textbook that students can identify with based on their ethnic experiences, presented in a time sequence. This Art Appreciation (ARTH 100) textbook includes multiple civilizations worldwide with a better art distribution. Some of the art will be well-known, …
A World Perspective of Art Appreciation (Gustlin and Gustlin) (CC BY-NC-SA)Read More »
As described by the authors, “In this book, you will examine the moral and ethical issues that exist within law enforcement. This book will also familiarize you with the basic history, principles, and theories of ethics.”
Summary: Comprehensive textbook covering the purpose of punishment, types of punishment, correctional programming, and special populations.
Summary: Comprehensive textbook covering mainly race/ethnicity and the intersection of interactions with each area of the criminal justice system (police, courts, corrections). Special emphasis on multiculturalism and how to best communicate and resolve conflicts.
Introduction to Criminal Investigation: Processes, Practice and Thinking (Gehl & Plecas, 2019) (CC BY-NC) – LibreTexts Summary: Comprehensive textbook covering the criminal investigation process in British Columbia. While it is international, it is still a relevant resource.
Principles and Procedures of the Justice System (Alvarez, 2018) – LibreTexts (CC BY) Summary: Comprehensive textbook that covers the limitations on government during the police and courts process.
Summary: Comprehensive criminal law textbook that covers an overview of where criminal law comes from, as well as element of specific crimes. It goes over criminal law at a general level, so it is recommended to pair with the Penal Code of California.Note: The version by the University of Minnesota Libraries Publishing Services is unpublished …
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Introduction to the American Criminal Justice System (Burke, Carter, Fedorek, Morey, Rutz-Burri, & Sanchez, 2019) (CC BY-SA) – LibreTexts Summary: This introductory textbook covers all of the basics of the criminal justice system (police, courts, corrections) and goes above and beyond by covering the role of media in crime and criminal justice system misrepresentations. It also …