December 2006 - Posts

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• Electro-Muscular Disruption Technology: Is it Safe?

  Filed under: Technology, Use of Force

  The debate on the merits of Electro-Muscular Disruption Technology (EMDT) is far from over. EMDT is a group of devices that use a high-voltage, low power charge of electricity to induce involuntary muscle contractions that cause temporary incapacitation. Are EMDTs a valuable less-than-lethal option in the use-of-force continuum, or do they pose a threat... Read More » Posted Dec 15 2006, 04:05 PM by jgustfsn with no comments | 2,597 views

• Thinking for a Change: Part 3 - Philosophical Foundation and Target Audience

  Filed under: T4C, Thinking for a Change, Curriculum, Cognitive Behavior, offender programs

  The Thinking for a Change curriculum uses as its core, a problem solving component, embellished by both cognitive restructuring and social skills interventions. The curriculum is comprised of 22 lessons with a capacity to extend the program indefinitely, depending upon how many cognitive skills are taught. The program was developed to be appropriate... Read More » Posted Dec 15 2006, 02:19 PM by jgustfsn with 4 comment(s) | 4,452 views

• Hone Your Training Design and Delivery Skills Using These Free Resources

  Filed under: Training, Curriculum

  Skills and knowledge needed to systematically plan, develop, and deliver training programs for new and existing correctional employees are covered in the following resources developed by the National Institute of Corrections . All material is available at no cost. ACCESS THESE ITEMS ONLINE: Designing Learner Centered Instruction A seven step process... Read More » Posted Dec 04 2006, 03:41 PM by jgustfsn with no comments | 6,997 views

• Thinking for a Change: Part 2 - Program History

  Filed under: T4C, Thinking for a Change, Curriculum, Cognitive Behavior, offender programs

  In December 1997, the National Institute of Corrections introduced a new integrated cognitive behavior change program for offenders and sought a limited number of state, local or federal correctional agencies to serve as field test sites for the Thinking for a Change (T4C) program. An overwhelming response from the corrections community seeking participation... Read More » Posted Dec 04 2006, 10:44 AM by jgustfsn with 5 comment(s) | 4,059 views