OBE SYLLABUS

I. COURSE INFORMATION

COURSE NUMBER 1MP-!NO2 NO. OF UNITS 3

COURSE TITLE Methods of Criminological Research
COURSE DURATION 1st Semester 2023-2025 COURSE CREDIT 3
PREREQUISITE/S
CO- REQUISITES
PLACEMENT (SE
DEPARTMENT College of Criminal Justice PROGRAM Criminology

II. PCCR VISION, MISSION AND OBJECTIVES

PCCR Mission:
To provide an accessible, quality, and comprehensive education, thus producing highly-competent and value-laden graduates in the
field of criminal justice.

GSC Mission:

To nurture visionary leaders through exceptional education, research, and extension for positive change and nation-building.
PCCR Vision:

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To be a globally-recognized Center of Excellence by developing and empowering students in Criminal Justice, Law, and Cyber Crime
Education.

GSC Vision:
Pioneering global and glocal criminal justice education, revolutionizing the field with excellence, diversity, and cross-cultural
collaboration.

Core Values:

Passion: The GSC is committed to enhanced and technological instruction, research, and community extension.
Integrity: The GSC adheres to honesty, transparency, morality, and ethical standards
Excellence. The GSC shall constantly pursue the highest standards and seek continuous improvement.

Objective:

Program innovation: To push the boundaries of innovation and lead the way in the criminal justice field.
Cultivating visionary leaders: To develop transformational leaders with critical thinking skills and ethical foundations.
Cutting-edge research: To conduct rigorous research to advance knowledge in criminal justice and inform policies and practices.
Revolutionizing the field: To drive positive change, address systemic issues, and promote justice and equity.
Global and glocal engagement: To foster cross-cultural learning and collaborations with international institutions.
Service to society: To encourage sustainable community engagement, volunteerism, and advocacy for societal improvement.

III. COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course provides an introduction to the methods and techniques employed in criminological research. Students will examine
various research methodologies, ethical considerations, and the application of both qualitative and quantitative approaches in
criminology. The course will also delve into current trends in research, including the use of Chat GPT technology, proper citation
practices, the peer-reviewed journal process, and the unique context of criminological research in the Philippines.

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IV. INSTITUTIONAL LEARNING OUTCOMES (ILO)

A PCCR graduate is expected to have the following attributes:

Social and Ethical Responsibility and Civic Consciousness. Uphold social justice, integrity, equity, credibility and responsibility for
all persons and belief in their human potentials and giftedness, diversity and multicultural competence to become productive, honest
and compassionate citizens; Engage in advocacies for life, cultural heritage and the environment; demonstrate concern through
active involvement in socio-civic activities; promote and practice inclusion (race, gender, exceptionalities, IPs, etc.); and apply
knowledge and skills in addressing social issues and concerns

Critical and Creative Thinking and Information Competency. Practice the value of further learning and professional development;
quickly adapt to the demands of the profession; actively seek growth in moral, spiritual, socio-civic, and physical aspects of their
lives; and participate in collaborative learning while respecting individual dignity and human diversity

Communication and Collaboration. Communicate ideas, opinions, viewpoints, and aspirations as contribution to human development
using uses appropriate, honest and tactful and precise language and considers the contributions

Personal Responsibility and Professional Development. Demonstrate zeal and passion to improve and uplift their life and that of
others, physically, morally, spiritual lly and psychologically, through continuous and meaningful learning and improving of self by
nurturing positive experiences from the broader realities and in the workplace.

Life-Long Learning and Career Skills. Manifest strong will and determination to face the tasks and responsibilities in dealing with
complex life realities to make lives better for others and themselves and by using the knowledge, skills, competencies and strong
values and virtues they’ve learned, with God at the center. Have global and international perspectives on their disciplines; Are adept at
collaboration with people from different cultures; have awareness, knowledge and skills to interact effectively in culturally or
linguistically diverse contexts; and respect other perspectives while adhering to their beliefs and values

V. PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES (PLO)

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 A graduate of BS Criminology shall be able to:
conduct criminological research on crimes, crime causation, victims, and offenders to include deviant behavior;
internalize the concepts of human rights and victim welfare;
demonstrate competence and broad understanding of law enforcement administration, public safety, and criminal justice;
utilize criminalistics or forensic science in the investigation and detection of crime;
apply the principles and jurisprudence of criminal law, evidence, and criminal procedure; and
ensure offenders welfare and development for their reintegration to the community.

Alignment of the Course to the PLO

PLO 1 PLO 2 PLO 3 PLO 4 PLO 5 PLO 6

CLO 1
CLO 2
CLO 3
CLO 4
CLO 5

VI. COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLO)

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs)

CLO 1 Understand and critically evaluate the ethical considerations in criminological research.
CLO 2 Comprehend the complexity the use of technology and AI, including use of Chat GPT for criminological research.
CLO 3 Apply proper citation practices and adhere to academic integrity standards.
CLO 4
CLO 5

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VII. COURSE OUTLINE and LEARNING HOURS

Module Course Outline CLOs Estimated

Contact or
Learning Hours
Module 1.
Module 2.
Module 3.
Module 4.
Module 5.
Module 6.
Module 7.
Module 8.
Module 9.
Module 10.
Module 11.
Module 12.
Module 13.
Module 14.
Module 15.
Module 16.

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 Module 17.
Module 18.

VIII. ASSESSMENTS and RUBRICS

Assessment Tasks CLOs

AT 1
AT 2
AT 3
AT 4
AT 5
AT 6
AT 7
AT 8
AT 9
AT 10
AT 11
AT 12
AT 13

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 AT 14
AT 15
AT 16
AT 17
AT 18

IX. TEACHING AND LEARNING METHODS

Flexible Learning (i.e. Online, Wired, Digital, Offline, Non-wired, Non-digital, Residential, Asynchronous, or Asynchronous)
Collaborative Groups
Lecture and Discussion
Laboratory Experiments
Case Studies

X. REQUIRED READINGS

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XI. GRADING SYSTEM <new>

Component Grade Percentage Semestral Final Grade

Class standing 60%

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 Quizzes 20% The Semestral Final Grade is obtained by getting the
average of the Prelim Grade (PG), Midterm Grade
Class Participation (Seatwork, 20% (MG), a Semi-finals (SF) and Final Grade (FG) for the
Recitation, Written works, Projects) course.
Assignment 20% Final Grade (SFG): (PG* .10) + (MG*.30) + (SFG
Periodic Exam 40% *.20) + (FG*.40). The Semestral Final Grade should
be rounded off to two decimal places.

XII. CONSULTATION HOURS <inside the LMS>

NAME OF FACULTY MEMBER EMAIL ADDRESS <pccr email> DAYS TIME

XIII. GROUND RULES IN SYNCHRONOUS AND ASYNCHRONOUS CLASSES

Synchronous Classes
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 Asynchronous Classes
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XIV. RUBRICS

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