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Riverside Community College District
Integrated Course Outline of Record

Administration of Justice A29A


COURSE DESCRIPTION
A29A Courtrm Testimony/Demeanor Units: 0.50
 
Prerequisite(s): None.

Limitation on Enrollment: Must be sworn peace officer
This course is designed to provide the student with an overview of the courtroom testimony process. The course will focus on courtroom dynamics, personal demeanor and the verbal presentation of factual information. 9 hours lecture.
 
SHORT DESCRIPTION FOR CLASS SCHEDULE
This course is designed to provide the student with an overview of the courtroom testimony process.
 
ADVISORY ENTRY SKILLS
None.

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
 Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

1.    Describe the importance of pre-trial preparation.

2.    Demonstrate appropriate demeanor in a court setting.

3.    Identify words and phrases commonly used in the verbal presentation of courtroom testimony.
 
COURSE CONTENT
  TOPICS
 

1.    Various courtroom settings
2.    Court trial process & regulations
3.    Evidence & testimony
4.    Report writing
5.    Personal appearance
6.    Attitudes and behavior
7.    Legal update
8.    Courtroom work group
9.    Mock trial (practical application)
Students are also assigned reading, writing and other outside assignments equivalent to two hours per one hour lecture.
 
METHODS OF INSTRUCTION
 Methods of instruction used to achieve student learning outcomes may include, but are not limited to:

•    Skill practice
•    Problem solving activities
•    Written work
•    Required readings
•    Case studies
•    Simulation exercises
 
METHODS OF EVALUATION
 Students will be evaluated for progress in and/or mastery of learning outcomes by methods of evaluation which may include, but are not limited to:

•    Computational and writing assignments
•    Skill demonstrations, including class and skill performance
•    Quizzes and a final examination
ASSIGNMENTS

Required Reading Assignments


Required Writing Assignments


Other Outside-of-Class Assignments
 
COURSE MATERIALS
 All materials used in this course will be periodically reviewed to ensure that they are appropriate for college level instruction. Possible texts include:

  • Courtroom Testimony Manual, 1996
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