Penitentiary Ideal and Models of American Prison (due today)

Assignment

Penitentiary Ideal and Models of American Prison Paper

Prepare a 700- to 1,050-word paper in which you discuss the penitentiary ideal and the two models of American prisons. Address the following components:

·         Based on the ideals of a penitentiary, what should it be like?

·         What was the principal goal of a penitentiary?

·         What were the differences between the two prison models?

·         What were the benefits and the drawbacks of each model?

·         Which model was considered to be the winning model?

Cite at least three outside references to support your research and rationale.

Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.