Episode 19: Evidence-Based Corrections Policy
From Pracademically Speaking by The PA Prisons and Parole Podcast
February 2, 2026 · 23 min
About this episode
Dr. Bucklen discusses the meaning and implications of evidence-based practices in corrections.
In this episode, Dr. Bucklen discusses what it means for a program, policy, or practice in corrections to be “evidence-based.” This label gets applied frequently to all sorts of programs, policies, and practices in corrections but less examined is the strength and quality of the evidence. Dr. Bucklen also discusses cost-benefit analysis, and why effectiveness … Continue reading "Episode 19: Evidence-Based Corrections Policy"
Topics covered
- evidence-based corrections
- policy analysis
- cost-benefit analysis
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