SSCI 4032U – Criminal Justice Mediation

This course will examine the theory and practice of mediation in the justice field. It will consider the history and influences on the development of mediation practices. Mediation will be contrasted with formal litigation and other dispute resolution processes. Issues of social and legal control will be considered and critiques of the process from a feminist, Marxist, critical race theory and cross-cultural perspective will be considered. Mediation practices and skills will be applied to contemporary issues and disputes.
Formerly: Theory and Practice of Mediation
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): Fourth-year standing in Criminology and Justice, or third-year standing in Legal Studies, or fourth-year standing in Communication and Digital Media Studies