The Benefits of Correctional Education.
Overview & Synopsis
Reviews three studies: (1) lower recidivism rate attributed to literacy education in Arizona prisons; (2) Maryland evaluation showing positive benefits from a variety of correctional education programs; and (3) a 15% recidivism rate for Texas parolees with college degrees versus 60% overall. Recommends reinstatement of federal financial aid for correctional education and postrelease support services. (Contains 18 references.) (SK)
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Document Information
| Document Title | The Benefits of Correctional Education. |
|---|---|
| Author / Organization | Hrabowski, Freeman A., Robbi, Jeremy |
| Subject & Discipline | Adult Literacy, Correctional Education, Educational Benefits |
| Categories | Education & Pedagogy |
| Publication Year | 2002 |
| License / Rights | Public Domain / Open Access Educational Resource |
| Resource Verification | Listed PDF (Verification Pending) |
| Original Host Website |
ERIC (Education Resources)
(eric.ed.gov)
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| File Format | application/pdf (Portable Document Format) |
| Language | EN |
| Catalog ID | DOC-108614 |
| Original Source Link | Visit Source Page on eric.ed.gov » |