1. Sentencing philosophies have evolved over time. As these sentencing philosophies have evolved, so have correctional practices to accommodate the various types of punishment imposed upon those convicted of criminal offenses.

Compose an essay of 500 - 700 words where you discuss the role of sentencing philosophies in administering punishment by correctional agencies. As part of your discussion identify how the evolution of sentencing philosophies has impacted correctional agencies and the ways in which they must administer punishment to those convicted of criminal acts.

Directly quoted material may be used, but will not count towards the minimum word count. Be sure to support your response with cited scholarly resources as required by APA. A minimum of three (3) resources in addition to the course textbook must be used when composing your response.

2. Unlike those working in many other professions, correctional employees are constantly exposed to individuals with criminal tendencies. Exposure to these deviant individuals can have a negative influence on correctional employees if not properly managed by correctional agencies

Compose an essay of 500 - 700 words that discusses some of the risks that working with deviant individuals can create for correctional employees. As part of your discussion identify how correctional agencies can effectively address the issue of employee corruption resulting from a constant exposure to individuals with criminal tendencies.

Directly quoted material may be used, but will not count towards the minimum word count. Be sure to support your response with cited scholarly resources as required by APA. A minimum of three (3) resources in addition to the course textbook must be used when composing your response.