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Washington State's Experience With Research-Based Juvenile Justice Programs
Publication year:
2005
| Cataloged on:
Oct. 31, 2006
ANNOTATION: This website provides access to a PowerPoint presentation on research-based juvenile justice programs. Topics discussed include: history of legislation and juvenile programs; things needed to implement research-based programs; programs scientifically shown to work; assessment to identify appropriate program for each youth; quality assurance; valid outcome evaluation design; selected findings from initial studies including benefits and costs; managing competent program delivery; initial provider training; continually enhance provider skills; ensure competent providers are retained; and essential ingredients. One finding was that the coordination of services program (for low-risk juvenile offenders) reduces 12-month recidivism by 57% at at cost of $400 per youth.