Post Program Evaluation
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problem_solving_evaluation_presentationfinal.pptx2_.pptx
OCTOBER 3, 2016
Problem Solving Paper
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Problem Solving Paper
Introduction
Youth offending and other behaviors remain a great concern in today’s contemporary society. The concern is often indicated through different policies, laws and legal decisions.
Accountability is taking responsibility for one’s behavior and taking action to repair the harm. In most juvenile justice systems, accountability is interpreted as punishment or adherence to a set of rules within a system.
In this presentation we will compare the Juvenile Accountability Block Grant Program (JABG) with the problem solving model presented in the video presentation, by identifying how the JABG did or did not meet the various elements of the problem solving model, we will analyze the effectiveness of the JABG, and explain how the problem solving model would have impacted the JABG’s effectiveness. The presentation will close with a conclusion on problem solving models.
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Juvenile Accountability Block Grant Program (JABG) Cont’d
Does JABG meet the various elements of the problem solving model.
Strengthening the program will assist with rehabilitation.
Necessary equipment will lessen the stress on staff.
Children will receive help quicker.
All of the requirements are met using the model because in the juvenile system the plan is to try and reduce the amount of juveniles coming into the system as well as strengthening it. There are numerous program areas that are being used to try and make this happen such as hiring more staff, maintaining restorative justice areas and also providing funding to the prosecutors to help with upkeep of equipment, technology as well as the proper training needed to deal with violent offenders and also to build different courts so that the expedition of the cases can help get the children in a situation faster so they can receive help.
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Juvenile Accountability Block Grant Program (JABG) Cont’d
Analysis of JABG’s Effectiveness
The program assisted with client processing.
Sentencing is reduced due to success with program,
Juveniles are seen to have improved.
The effectiveness of the JABG worked very well in most areas for example in the client processing area because from the moment of the infraction to the time of the sanctions as well were given in a much faster manner. Also the average time from crime to punishment was once 28 days now it had dropped all the way to down to 3 days then as time went on it turned into just one day to receive a punishment. Youth accountability increased by programs that allowed kids to meet program standards. It is safe to say that because if the JABG program that the kids have benefited from this and are improving in all areas.
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Juvenile Accountability Block Grant Program (JABG) Cont’d
How Does Following a Problem Solving Model Impact JABG’s Program's Effectiveness.
A problem-solving model plays a significant role in ensuring that the problem being investigated is effectively analyzed and outlined. Problem-solving model provides a systematic approach to a given problem thus making it much easier to realize some of the important elements that can be incorporated into the program to make it more effective.
The problem solving model outlines the problem in its initial stage so that it becomes much easier to develop solutions to counter the problem. The model also outlines possible alternative solutions that can be put in place to ensure that the program fares on smoothly with less fuss. The model requires that a solution is adopted from the suggested solutions so that it can be very easy to monitor the progress of the program.
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Conclusions
The JABG program has shown a great deal of improvement in the rehabilitation of juveniles that are in the program. With more funding, the likelihood of youths becoming repeat offenders will be decreased. Using this program as a step in solving the problem of the number of juvenile delinquents that return to crimes will make a difference in the future for youths in the community.
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References
Chipman, S. F., Segal, J. W., & Glaser, R. (2013). Thinking and Learning Skills: Volume 2: Research and Open Questions. Routledge.
Segal, J. W., Chipman, S. F., & Glaser, R. (2014). Thinking and Learning Skills: Volume 1: Relating Instruction To Research. Routledge.
Flores, J. R. (2009, January). Juvenile Accountability Block Grants Program. Retrieved from https://www.ncjrs.gov/pdffiles1/ojjdp/225367.pdf
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