College for Convicts

The United States accounts for 5 percent of the world''spopulation yet incarcerates about 25 percent of the world''s prisoners.Examining a wealth of studies by researchers and correctional professionals aswell as the experience of educators Collegefor Convicts shows that recidivism rates drop in direct correlation to theamount of education prisoners receive and the rate drops dramatically witheach additional level of education attained. This volume presents a workablesolution to America''s mass incarceration and recidivism problems anddemonstrates that great fiscal benefits arise when modest sums are spenteducating prisoners. Prisoner education results in a reduction in crime andsocial disruption reduced domestic spending and a rise in quality of life.College for Convictswas awarded The Montaigne Medal in 2015 for the most thought-provoking book ofthe year.