Educating Justice Up Close and From a Distance: Reflections on the first 10 years of the BA Justice Studies Program at Royal Roads University
Abstract
The BA Justice Studies Program (BAJS) was one of the first bachelor’s programs offered at Royal Roads University (RRU). Given the mandate of RRU to provide education for midcareer professionals through a blended learning model, the program was designed to attract professionals working in justice service sectors. Since its inception, the program has lived up to this expectation but has also grown to become a choice for younger students looking to complete a bachelor’s degree. This essay examines the development of the BAJS program within the context of the RRU delivery model. This includes a history of RRU and a discussion of the program within the context of the pedagogy underpinning the RRU Learning and Teaching Model. The design and structure of the BAJS program are identified and the curriculum discussed. This essay concludes with observations on challenges and reflections on future directions for program development.
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