Welcome To Our Final Seminar!

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Welcome To Our Final Seminar!

• Bachelor Capstone in Criminal Justice

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Welcome to Your Final Seminar!

• For many of you this will be the last Seminar
  that you attend before graduation, I want to
  commend each of you on your achievements and wish
  you the best of luck. I truly hope you have
  enjoyed your time here at Kaplan University and
  in this class.

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Unit 8 Emerging Technology

• To be successful in Unit 8, you should
• Complete the Short Paper Emerging Technologies
• Participate in the Discussion
• Take a Break
• What should you get from this unit?
• By the end of unit 8 you should understand the
  impact of emerging technologies on the
  investigation of crime, as a tool for criminal
  enterprise, and on the operations of criminal
  justice agencies.

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Unit 8 Short Paper

• With the advent of various technological
  advancements, law enforcement efforts in the
  investigation and prosecution of crime have been
  met with positive results. However, with every
  advantage comes a disadvantage, as criminals have
  also benefited from these technologies and use
  same during the commission of their crimes or as
  a tool for their crimes (this is evidenced in
  computer related offenses and the misuse of the
  Internet).

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Unit 8 Short Paper

• In a three page paper address the following
• Summarize the advantages of computers and the use
  of computer technology in investigations
• Summarize the disadvantages to law enforcement
  with respect to the advancement of computers
• Research a case where the computer was used to
  aid in the commission of a crime
• Research a case where the use of the computer was
  beneficial to the prosecution
• Write a concluding paragraph that addresses your
  subjective opinion as to whether these
  technologies are a benefit or a hindrance to law
  enforcement.

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So, Lets Talk About Technology

• What technology have you decided to discuss in
  your papers?
• Is the technology good or bad for law
  enforcement? What are some of the
  advantages/disadvantages?
• Is the technology good or bad for the criminals?
  Will the technology you have decided to discuss
  help a criminal commit crimes, or will it
  ultimately lead to their arrest and prosecution?
• Can you provide some examples of technology that
  has changed/advanced in the last 20 years (for
  instance typewriters have been replaced by
  computers)?

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Unit 8 Conclusion

• Are there any questions regarding this unit?
• Does anyone have any information, suggestions,
  tips, etc that would be beneficial to your
  classmates?

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Unit 9 Transnational Crime

• To be successful in Unit 9 you should
• Complete the PowerPoint project Transnational
  Crime
• Participate in the discussion
• Visit Take a Break
• What should you get from this unit?
• By the end of Unit 9 you should recognize and
  evaluate transnational criminal enterprises and
  analyze the role of culture in criminal behavior
  and justice systems.

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Transnational Crime

• So, what is transnational crime?
• According to Schmalleger (2007) a simple
  definition for the term transnational crime is
  the unlawful activity undertaken and supported
  by organized criminal groups operating across
  national boundaries (p. 736).
• What are some examples of these groups that you
  can think of?
• What are some of the crimes that they are
  committing?

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Groups Involved in Transnational Crime

• Some examples of organized criminal enterprise
  groups include, but are not limited to
• Mafia (traditional, Russian, Japanese, etc).
• Outlaw Biker Gangs
• Terrorist Organizations
• Cyber Criminals
• Narco-Terrorists

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Examples of Transnational Crimes

• The following is a short list of crimes that are
  committed across borders
• Narcotics trafficking
• Human trafficking, people smuggling
• Prostitution/Sex slavery
• Arms trafficking
• Terrorism
• Cyber Crimes

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Unit 9 PowerPoint Project

• Compare and contrast two separate cultures and
  ethnicities that harbor ill-will toward the
  United States. In a 12-15 PowerPoint slide
  presentation, please compare both of your
  selections and be sure to discuss the role that
  socialization and religion play in shaping the
  beliefs of these cultures. Be prepared to provide
  why these beliefs are formed, how culture and
  religion shaped these beliefs and why these
  cultures are militant in their beliefs toward the
  United States.

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Unit 9 PowerPoint Project

• Who, right now, harbors ill-will towards the
  United States? Can you provide some examples?
• Why does this bad blood exist? What are some of
  the underlying causes for their hatred of the
  United States?
• If religion is a factor in your choice, what role
  does it play?
• It is feasible that many students will focus on
  the Middle East for this assignment. Can you
  think of any other regions of the world or any
  other countries outside the middle east that may
  want to cause harm to the United States?

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Unit 10 Capstone Review

• This unit will conclude CJ499 Bachelor Capstone
  in Criminal Justice. During this week I would
  like you to reflect on what you have learned over
  the previous nine weeks in the class and over the
  previous few years that you have attended class
  here at Kaplan. I want you to think about how
  everything you have learned has come together in
  this class.
• By the end of this week I want you to be able to
  explain how your work in this course relates to
  the Bachelors Program Outcomes and your own
  professional development.

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Unit 10 Capstone Review

• To be successful in this unit you should
  participate in the reflective discussion. You
  will write a brief essay that addresses the
  following questions
• 1. What prior knowledge did you bring to this
  class?
• 2. What were the most important new ideas you
  encountered and how did they change your
  understanding of criminology?
• 3. Do you feel you have met the outcomes in your
  work on this course? Is there any outcome with
  which you feel you still need support or
  assistance?

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Unit 10 Capstone Review

• 4. What have you learned from your discussions
  and collaborations with your fellow students?
• 5. In what specific ways can you use the
  knowledge youve gained in this course in your
  chosen profession? What are your strengths and
  opportunities for growth in this area?
• 6. What questions or concerns do you have about
  what you have studied?
• 7. What areas of the subject would you like to
  continue to explore, and why?

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Conclusion

• To conclude, I want to commend each of you on the
  hard work you have put into this course. I have
  enjoyed working with all of you. I have had the
  opportunity to learn from you and I hope you are
  walking away from this course with some new
  knowledge that you did not have a few short weeks
  ago.
• For those of you that will be graduating shortly,
  remember no one can ever take this achievement
  away from you. You have reached a milestone in
  your life and have done something that not
  everyone can do. You should be very proud of
  yourselves.

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Conclusion

• For those of you that are planning to go on to
  graduate school, take what you have learned here
  at Kaplan and utilize it to the best of your
  abilities. You will, undoubtedly, have a strong
  foundation to build on.
• For those of you working in the criminal justice
  system now, thank you for your service. Please,
  stay safe and make sure you make it home to your
  family every night. For those of you thinking
  about a career in the criminal justice system, I
  wish you all the best.
• For everyone, take what you have learned in your
  studies to make the criminal justice system
  better. The system will need educated and
  motivated people over the next few years to
  ensure that we maintain the best system of
  justice in the world.

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Conclusion

• Finally, take a few minutes to thank everyone
  that has helped you to get here. Let your family
  and friends know how appreciative you have been
  of their support. We have to remember that the
  sacrifices we make in the pursuit of higher
  education are not ours alone. Good luck in
  everything you do from this point!