Happy Fall, DWCers!  For this newsletter’s teaching column, we thought it might be helpful to put together a comprehensive list of teaching related presentations that are on the books for this November’s ASC conference.  Although it is probably not exhaustive, we hope this list points you to relevant teaching presentations and workshops; they are listed here chronologically.

-Tara Opsal, Sarah Koon-Magnin, and Elaine Arnull

WEDNESDAY

Roundtable: Teaching about Rape and Sexual Assault

Scheduled Time: Wed Nov 20 2013, 9:30 to 10:50am

Room: L505, Lobby Level

Abstract

The purpose of this roundtable is to discuss a variety of effective methods for teaching about rape and sexual assault, both in courses and degree programs that are specifically devoted to them, and in other courses where students may bring up these topics. Topics of discussion, although not limited to, may center on victims and perpetrators of sexual assault, victim blaming, and the experiences of victims and perpetrators in the criminal justice system and with other formal and informal sources of support.

Session Participants:

Chair: Deeanna Button (Richard Stockton College of New Jersey) Deeanna.Button@stockton.edu

Discussant: Sarah Cope Nicksa (Widener University) scnicksa@widener.edu

Discussant: Tara Opsal (Colorado State University) tara.opsal@colostate.edu

Discussant: Allison Foley (Georgia Regents University) ajfoley@gru.edu

Discussant: Sarah Koon-Magnin (University of South Alabama) Koon-Magnin@usouthal.edu

Discussant: Jennifer Lorentz (University of Missouri – St. Louis) jmmoldlo@yahoo.com

Discussant: Jody Clay-Warner (University of Georgia) jclayw@uga.edu

 

Still Needing the “F” Word: Feminist Pedagogy in the Classroom

Scheduled Time: Wed Nov 20 2013, 2:00 to 3:20pm

Room: International 8, International Level

Abstract

This session will share ideas and best practices for teaching various topics in criminology using feminist pedagogy. Come to learn ideas or share ones you’ve used.

Session Participants:

Young Black Woman, PhD: Overcoming Barriers to Using Feminist Pedagogical Techniques

Melencia Johnson (University of South Carolina – Aiken – MelenciaJ@usca.edu)

‘Taking a Break’ from Feminist Criminology: Interdisciplinary Reflections on Feminist Pedagogy

Benjamin Authers (Australian National University – benjamin.authers@anu.edu.au), Kathryn Henne (Australian National University – kathryn.henne@anu.edu.au)

Feminist Pedagogy as the Framework for Teaching Diversity

Rebecca Maniglia (Northern Arizona University – Rebecca.Maniglia@nau.edu)

Chair: Sarah Cope Nicksa (Widener University) scnicksa@widener.edu

Discussant: Sarah Cope Nicksa (Widener University) scnicksa@widener.edu

Pedagogy and Perception in Criminological Education

Scheduled Time: Wed Nov 20 2013, 3:30 to 4:50pm

Room: A708, Atrium Level

Session Participants:

The Need for Establishing a National Certification Program for Criminology/Criminal Justice Majors

Martin Alan Greenberg (Miles College – mgreenberg955@gmail.com), Vicki Lindsay (Troy University – vilindsay@troy.edu)

From Gangsta Rap to Country Music: Tenets of Criminological Theory Reflected In Music Lyrics

Risdon N. Slate (Florida Southern College – rslate@flsouthern.edu)

Using the Police Ride-Along to Improve Students Perceptions of the Police: A Qualitative Assessment

Michael L. Birzer (Wichita State University – michael.birzer@wichita.edu), Paul Cromwell (University of South Florida – pcromwell@usf.edu)

Chair: Michael L. Birzer (Wichita State University) michael.birzer@wichita.edu

Teaching Inside “The Box”: Innovative Prisoner Education Programs

Scheduled Time: Wed Nov 20 2013, 3:30 to 4:50pm

Room: A705, Atrium Level

Abstract

The current reality is that as prison populations swell, corrections’ budgets are shrinking. In many states, some programs no longer get funding. But, thousands of volunteers from across the state (and nation) have stepped in to fill the void. Whether funded through grants or established through partnerships with correctional institutions that are willing to work with colleges/universities to meet prisoner needs, the positive impact of these efforts have been noted in research and the experiences shared by participants. College-in-prison programs have significant benefits and positive outcomes for the prison environment, incarcerated students, non-prisoner students and teachers, inmates’ families and, hence, their communities. Given this evidence, it seems beneficial to maintain and improve upon established programs as well as establish inmate education and training programs where they do not currently exist.

My Voice Will Not Be Locked Down: Juvenile Incarceration and Emancipatory Pedagogies

Sanna King (University of Hawaii at Manoa – sannak@hawaii.edu)

IncARTceration: Art Programs and Prison Masculinities

Laura M. Pecenco (University of California, San Diego – lpecenco@ucsd.edu)

The Pen is Mightier than the Shank: Helping Prisoners to Find a Voice Behind Bars

L. Paul Sutton (San Diego State University – psutton@mail.sdsu.edu), Lori Sutton (San Diego State University – loriboland@cox.net)

Discussant: Barbara H. Zaitzow (Appalachian State University) zaitzowbh@appstate.edu

THURSDAY

International Criminology in the Classroom and Beyond: Methods and Measures

Scheduled Time: Thu Nov 21 2013, 8:00 to 9:20am

Room: A708, Atrium Level

Session Participants:

Understanding Differences in Crime Reporting Practices in Developed and Developing Nations

Elizabeth Estienne (University of Massachusetts, Lowell – BabbetteSTN@aol.com), Melissa Morabito (University of Massachusetts, Lowell – Melissa_Morabito@uml.edu)

Japanese Society, Crime Rates, and Cross-national Comparability

Douglas J. Dallier (University of Maryland University College, Asia, Okinawa Japan – doug.dallier@gmail.com)

Redesigning Crime Statistics in Korea

Jong Yeon Tark (Hannam University – crim2@hotmail.com)

Learning by Doing: The Role of Mock Trials in Comparative Criminal Justice Classes

Anastasia Kendra Herrera (Michigan State University – herrer55@msu.edu), Sanja Kutnjak Ivkovich (Michigan State University – kutnjak@msu.edu)

Chair: Elizabeth Estienne (University of Massachusetts, Lowell) BabbetteSTN@aol.com

Roundtable: Innovations in the Criminal Justice Classroom

Scheduled Time: Thu Nov 21 2013, 11:00 to 12:20pm

Room: L505, Lobby Level

Abstract

Criminal justice educators continuously seek new and effective pedagogical strategies to improve student learning. Most of these approaches are efforts to transform the classroom into a more active learning environment. Although not a new instructional strategy, team-based learning (TBL) has recently gained attention by faculty of criminal justice and related disciplines. Additionally, innovative classroom approaches that incorporate the use of technology may help to create more dynamic learning experiences. This roundtable will include an overview of TBL and the use of “clickers” and other technology with criminal justice students. Successes and challenges in implementing these strategies will be discussed.

Session Participants:

Discussant: Jane M. Tucker (West Chester University of Pennsylvania) jtucker@wcupa.edu

Discussant: Mary Brewster (West Chester University of Pennsylvania) mbrewster@wcupa.edu

Discussant: Cassandra Reyes (West Chester University of Pennsylvania) creyes@wcupa.edu

Discussant: Frank Cardo (West Chester University of Pennsylvania) fcardo1@wcupa.edu

Roundtable: Learning from the Inside-Out: Changing Lives In and Out of Prison

Scheduled Time: Thu Nov 21 2013, 2:00 to 3:20pm

Room: L501, Lobby Level

Abstract

A professor and her graduate students discuss their experiences teaching and studying inside prison walls with incarcerated men as equals and peers. Also discussed is the evolution of a “think tank,” an ongoing collaboration of “inside” and “outside” students working together to create real change

Session Participants:

Teaching and Learning from the Inside-Out

Kate King (Western Kentucky University – kate.king@wku.edu)

We Stay Free–Together

Kelly Shirley (Western Kentucky University – Kshirley@gmail.com)

These are my People! Bonding within Inside-Out

Karli Rutherford (Western Kentucky University – Kate.king@att.net)

The Contributions We Make and the Gifts We Receive

Cecelia K. Satterly (Western Kentucky University – cecelia.satterly236@topper.wku.edu)

Chair: Kate King (Western Kentucky University) kate.king@wku.edu

Professional Development: Balancing Teaching/Research/Service Demands in Academia

Scheduled Time: Thu Nov 21 2013, 3:30 to 4:50pm

Room: A704, Atrium Level

Abstract

This panel includes a diverse array of speakers from R1, R2 and teaching institutions who will speak to the “hidden” aspects of being a professor including research, teaching and service expectations and how to balance competing demands.

Session Participants:

Participant: George Edward Capowich (Loyola University, New Orleans) capowich@loyno.edu

Participant: Jonathan R. Brauer (University of Nebraska at Omaha) jbrauer@unomaha.edu

Participant: Scott Jacques (Georgia State University) sjacques1@gsu.edu

Participant: Kevin A. Wright (Arizona State University) kevin_wright@asu.edu

Participant: Jamie Crystal Vaske (Western Carolina University) jvaske@email.wcu.edu

Chair: Courtney A. Crittenden (East Tennessee State University) crittendenc@etsu.edu

FRIDAY

Roundtable: Teaching Sensitive Topics Online

Scheduled Time: Thu Nov 21 2013, 9:30 to 10:50am

Room: L504, Lobby Level

Abstract

Teaching sensitive topics online is especially challenging. The purpose of this roundtable is to discuss a variety of techniques for dealing with tough topics in a virtual classroom. Discussants will share their experiences and offer suggestions that will help improve the online experience for both students and instructors alike. This roundtable will be relevant for instructors teaching topics, such as: sexual victimization, intimate partner violence, child and elder abuse, and hate crimes.

Session Participants:

Chair: Kelly E. Knight (Sam Houston State University) kelly.knight@shsu.edu

Discussant: Devon Thacker Thomas (California State University, Fullerton) dethomas@fullerton.edu

Discussant: Ellen G. Cohn (Florida International University) cohne@fiu.edu

Discussant: Alison C. Cares (Assumption College) a.cares@assumption.edu

Teaching Theory to Methods

Scheduled Time: Fri Nov 22 2013, 11:00 to 12:20pm

Room: M108, Marquis Level

Session Participants:

Advancing the Study and Research of Criminology through Pedagogical Efficacy

Robert F. Vodde (Fairleigh Dickinson University – rvodde@fdu.edu)

Linking Theory to Methods: Contextual Conditions and Range of Variation

Sanjay Marwah (Guilford College – smarwah@guilford.edu)

What Do We Know about Crime and Place Research in the Classroom?: An Exploratory Study

Kirsten Hutzell (George Mason University – khutzell@gmu.edu), Lincoln B. Sloas (George Mason University – lsloas@gmu.edu)

Chair: Chester Britt (Northeastern University) c.britt@neu.edu

Roundtable: Service Learning in Criminal Justice: Benefits and Challenges

Scheduled Time: Fri Nov 22 2013, 12:30 to 1:50pm

Room: L502, Lobby Level

Abstract

Roundtable participants with varying degrees of experience in teaching and assessing service learning will discuss the benefits and challenges of incorporating service learning into criminal justice curricula. The importance of institutional support, department culture, community partnership, student preparedness, and outcomes assessment will be discussed. Distinctions will be made between service learning, student philanthropy, and volunteerism. Discussions will include course-level projects as well as more intentional development of service learning across a bachelor’s-level curriculum.

Session Participants:

Discussant: Danielle McDonald (Northern Kentucky University) mcdonaldd1@nku.edu

Discussant: Tamara D. Madensen (University of Nevada, Las Vegas) Tamara.Madensen@unlv.edu

Discussant: Denise Nation (Winston-Salem State University) nationde@wssu.edu

Chair: Jennifer H. Webster (Northern Kentucky University) websterj3@nku.edu

Discussant: Julie Kiernan Coon (Roger Williams University) jcoon@rwu.edu

Roundtable: Teaching Critical Criminology: The Politics of Pedagogy as Social Justice

Scheduled Time: Fri Nov 22 2013, 12:30 to 1:50pm

Room: L504, Lobby Level

Abstract

This Teaching Critical Criminology roundtable will focus on the rewards, challenges and dangers of teaching critical criminology within social justice and political contexts and about pedagogy itself as social justice.

Session Participants:

Broaching Politics in the Classroom: Strategies for Peaceful and Respectful Dialogue

Kristi Holsinger (University of Missouri – Kansas City – HolsingerK@umkc.edu)

The Mythical Downfall of Humanity in the Classroom: Ontological Insecurity & Pedagogy

Deborah Landry (University of Ottawa – dlandry@uottawa.ca)

Teaching Convict Criminology in the Classroom

Stephen C. Richards (University of Wisconsin – Oshkosh – SCRICHARDS@CHARTER.NET)

Exploring Historical and Political Context in Studying International and Transnational Crime

Anamika Agnieszka Twyman-Ghoshal (Endicott College – atwymang@endicott.edu)

Chair: Carla J. Barrett (John Jay College of Criminal Justice) cbarrett@jjay.cuny.edu

Roundtable: Teaching Critical Criminology: Using Social Media

Scheduled Time: Fri Nov 22 2013, 3:30 to 4:50pm

Room: L506, Lobby Level

Abstract

This roundtable will focus on discussions of how we can effectively and creatively bring social media (Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr) into our teaching of Critical Criminology. Participants will share insights from their own teaching experiences using social media. In addition, participants will brainstorm ideas for how we might develop interesting uses of the Critical Criminology Facebook page for teaching critical criminology.

Session Participants:

Critical Criminology on Facebook

Kenneth Mentor (University of North Carolina, Wilmington – mentork@uncw.edu)

Critical Pedagogy and Twitter

Tammy Castle (James Madison University – castletl@jmu.edu)

Facebook: International Collaboration in the Classroom

Donna Selman (Eastern Michigan University – dkillingb@emich.edu)

Tumblr: Incorporating Social Media as a Learning and Professional Development Tool

Kelly L. Faust (Ohio University – faust@ohio.edu), Holly Ningard (Ohio University – hn320307@ohio.edu)

Chair: Carla J. Barrett (John Jay College of Criminal Justice) cbarrett@jjay.cuny.edu

SATURDAY

Creative Strategies for Addressing Classroom Biases

Scheduled Time: Sat Nov 23 2013, 8:00 to 9:20am

Room: International 1, International Level

Title Displayed in Event Calendar: Creative Strategies for Addressing Classroom Biases

Session Participants:

Anti-gay Attitudes: 10 Years Later

Kevin D. Cannon (Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville – kcannon@siue.edu), P. Ann Dirks-Linhorst (Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville – pdirksl@siue.edu), P. Denise Cobb (Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville – pcobb@siue.edu)

Changing Students’ Perceptions of Offenders with Mental Illness through Education

Kelly Frailing (Texas A&M International University – kelly.frailing@tamiu.edu)

Gender and Student Perceptions of Professors

Alison S. Burke (Southern Oregon University – burkea@sou.edu)

Chair: Charisse Tia Maria Coston (University of North Carolina at Charlotte) ccoston@uncc.edu

Teaching Ideology: Global and Critical Perspectives

Scheduled Time: Sat Nov 23 2013, 9:30 to 10:50am

Room: A707, Atrium Level

Session Participants:

Critical Pedagogy: Teaching an Ethnorelative Criminology through Study Abroad

Tammy Castle (James Madison University – castletl@jmu.edu), Diana Falco (Niagara University – dfalco@niagara.edu)

Ideology through the Looking Glass: An Examination of the Use of Ideology in Criminal Justice and Criminology

Kevin F. Steinmetz (Sam Houston State University – kfs006@shsu.edu), Victor E. Kappeler (Eastern Kentucky University – victor.kappeler@eku.edu)

Incorporating Global Perspectives in Traditional Criminal Justice Classes

Sara Brightman (Fayetteville State University – sbrightm@uncfsu.edu), Emily Lenning (Fayetteville State University – elenning@uncfsu.edu)

Chair: Sara Brightman (Fayetteville State University) sbrightm@uncfsu.edu

Teaching to the Senses: New Uses for Visual and Audio Tools in the Classroom

Scheduled Time: Sat Nov 23 2013, 9:30 to 10:50am

Room: A708, Atrium Level

Session Participants:

The Rise of Visual Criminology: Categories, Approaches, and Testable Propositions

Johannes Wheeldon (Norwich University – jwheeldon@gmail.com), Danielle Arlanda Harris (San Jose State University – danielle.harris@sjsu.edu)

Topping the Classroom Charts: Teaching Criminological Theory Using Popular Music

Renee Lamphere (University of North Carolina at Pembroke – renee.lamphere@uncp.edu), Briana J. Bowden (University of North Carolina at Pembroke – bjb010@bravemail.uncp.edu), Natalie D. Klemann (University of North Carolina at Pembroke – ndk001@bravemail.uncp.edu), Kellie Van Dyke (University of North Carolina at Pembroke – kellie.vandyke@yahoo.com)

Using Visual Methods in Teaching Undergraduate Stats Course

Terry Miethe (University of Nevada, Las Vegas – miethe@unlv.nevada.edu), Tamara D. Madensen (University of Nevada, Las Vegas – Tamara.Madensen@unlv.edu)

Chair: Elyshia D. Aseltine (Towson University) easeltine@towson.edu