Evaluating the effectiveness of correctional education a meta-analysis of programs that provide education to incarcerated adults

After conducting a comprehensive literature search, the authors undertook a meta-analysis to examine the association between correctional education and reductions in recidivism, improvements in employment after release from prison, and other outcomes. The study finds that receiving correctional educ...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Autor principal: Davis, Lois M. (-)
Otros Autores: Bozick, Robert, Steele, Jennifer L., Saunders, Jessica M., 1978-, Miles, Jeremy N. V.
Formato: Libro electrónico
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: Santa Monica, CA : RAND [2013]
Colección:JSTOR Open Access monographs.
Acceso en línea:Conectar con la versión electrónica
Ver en Universidad de Navarra:https://innopac.unav.es/record=b37562812*spi
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Sumario:After conducting a comprehensive literature search, the authors undertook a meta-analysis to examine the association between correctional education and reductions in recidivism, improvements in employment after release from prison, and other outcomes. The study finds that receiving correctional education while incarcerated reduces inmates’ risk of recidivating and may improve their odds of obtaining employment after release from prison.
Descripción Física:1 recurso electrónico (xxiii, 85 p.) : il
Formato:Forma de acceso: World Wide Web.
Bibliografía:Incluye referencias bibliográficas.
ISBN:9780833081322
9780833081308