Young People and Offending

ISBN-13: 9781843921547 / Angielski / Miękka / 2006 / 256 str.

Martin Stephenson

Opis

The relationship between education and youth crime has long been recognised in terms of social policy and public opinion. This book provides a survey of the research evidence, policy development and practical issues relating to education and offending by young people. It is intended for youth justice practitioners as well as students.

Spis treści

Foreword by Rod Morgan,Visiting Professor, London School of Economics  Introduction  1. Background: theories and evidence  2. The Evolution of Education and Youth Justice  3. Social Inclusion  4. Detachment: exclusion, absenteeism, non participation and unemployment  5. Low Attainment and Under-achievement  6. The Influence of the School  7. Custody and Custodial Education  8. Stakeholders: public opinion, magistrates, Yots, and young people  9. What Works in Youth Justice and Education  10. Social Policy  11. Conclusions