Reading Assignment for Section 6.2

Read the following subsection from our online textbook: Section 6.2: Prisons.

What You Will Learn

In this section, you will learn about the purposes of today’s prisons and gain an understanding of the size and characteristics of the current prison population in the United States. You will explore the concepts of “just deserts” and “get tough on crime” policies, and their impact on prison populations. Additionally, you will trace the development of modern prisons and identify key reformers who played a significant role in shaping the prison system.

Student Learning Outcomes for Section 6.2

• SLO 1: Describe the purposes of today’s prisons.
• SLO 2: Describe the size and characteristics of the prison population in the United States today.
• SLO 3: Explain the ideas of “just deserts” and “get tough on crime” policies and how they impacted prison populations.
• SLO 4: Trace the development of modern prisons, identifying key reformers.