Implications and Conclusion

Abstract

This study provides several implications for practice. Juvenile justice educators need ongoing professional development specific to working with youth in a juvenile justice setting. Additionally, pre-service training is needed for educators who choose to teach incarcerated youth. Although a desire to work with these youth is optimal, passion alone will not ensure that educators are highly effective in this environment. Furthermore, joint training for juvenile justice providers/staff and the educational staff must be provided to ensure collaboration and a shared understanding to better serve the youth and provide them with the high-quality education to which they are entitled.