Binding: Paperback
Description: What is evidence - based policing and how is it done? This book provides an answer to both questions offering an introduction for undergraduate students and a hands - on guide for police officers wanting to know how to put principles into practice. It serves as a gentle introduction to the terminology ideas and scientific methods associated with evidence - based policy and outlines some of the existing policing applications. A couple of introductory chapters summarize evidence - based policy and its goals and origins. The core of the book eases the reader through a range of practical chapters that answer questions many people have about evidence - based practice in policing. What does good science look like? How do I find reliable research? How do I evaluate research? What is a hypothesis? How do randomized experiments work? These chapters not only provide a practical guide to reading and using existing research but also a roadmap for readers wanting to start their own research project. The final chapters outline different ways to publish research discuss concerns around evidence - based policing and ask what is in the future for this emerging field. Annotated with the author's own experiences as a police officer and researcher and filled with simple aids flowcharts and figures this practical guide is the most accessible introduction to evidence - based policing available. It is essential reading for policing students and police professionals alike. Further resources are available on the book's website at evidencebasedpolicing. net.
Title: Evidence - Based Policing The Basics
Author(s): Ratcliffe Jerry H. (Temple University Usa.)
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Barcode: 9780367703257
Pages: 258 Pages, 38 Halftones, Color; 38 Illustrations, Black And White
Publication Date: 12/30/2022
Category: Police Law & Police Procedures