Justice, Law, and the Citizen · Justice & Ethics
Crime, Punishment, and Rehabilitation
A study of the purposes of sentencing and the effectiveness of the UK prison system in reducing recidivism.
Key Questions
- 1What would a just policy look like for balancing retribution with rehabilitation?
- 2Who should decide the appropriate length of a criminal sentence?
- 3What rights are in tension when prioritizing public safety over individual liberty?
National Curriculum Attainment Targets
GCSE: Citizenship - The Justice SystemGCSE: Citizenship - Crime and Punishment
Year: Year 11
Subject: Citizenship
Unit: Justice, Law, and the Citizen
Period: Justice & Ethics
Suggested Methodologies
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