Section 8.2: Electronic Monitoring [Learning Resources]

Reading Assignment for Section 8.2

Read the following subsection in our online textbook:

• Section 8.2: Electronic Monitoring and GPS

What You Will Learn

This section examines the integration of advanced surveillance technologies like electronic monitoring devices and GPS tracking in managing juvenile offenders. It discusses the operational mechanisms of these technologies, their historical evolution, and their role in ensuring compliance and public safety. The section also addresses the ethical considerations, the balance between supervision and privacy, and the future of technological advancements in juvenile justice.

Student Learning Outcomes for Section 8.2

• SLO 1: Describe the types of electronic monitoring devices and GPS tracking used in the juvenile justice system, including their functionalities and the purpose they serve in monitoring juvenile offenders.
• SLO 2: Analyze the historical development and evolution of electronic monitoring and GPS tracking technologies from simple mechanisms to advanced systems integrated within the justice framework.
• SLO 3: Discuss the benefits of electronic monitoring as an alternative to detention, such as maintaining community ties, ensuring compliance with court-ordered conditions, and facilitating behavioral modification.
• SLO 4: Evaluate the challenges and criticisms associated with electronic monitoring, including privacy concerns, dependence on technology, and the potential impacts on rehabilitation.
• SLO 5: Reflect on the ethical considerations and future directions of electronic monitoring, such as the proportionality of surveillance, the rights and dignity of minors, and innovations that may enhance privacy and data security.

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