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Educational opportunities within correctional institutions: does facility type matter?

Authors :
O'Neill, Lauren
MacKenzie, Doris Layton
Bierie, David M.
Source :
Prison Journal. Sept, 2007, Vol. 87 Issue 3, 311-327
Publication Year :
2007

Abstract

A study examining differences in education provided at a Boot Camp and a traditional facility is conducted. Findings suggest that inmates are more successful in obtaining a General Equivalency Diploma at a Boot camp due to its therapeutic environment.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00328855
Volume :
87
Issue :
3
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
Prison Journal
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
edsgcl.168379761