The ultimate purpose of correction is to ensure successful inmates' return to society through correctional and educational programs. However, it is more difficult than it sound to change a criminal, who already failed to be corrected in a family, school or socity, into a decent member of the societ...
The ultimate purpose of correction is to ensure successful inmates' return to society through correctional and educational programs. However, it is more difficult than it sound to change a criminal, who already failed to be corrected in a family, school or socity, into a decent member of the society only through some programs in the correction Institution. Despite such limits of the correctional and educational programs, their importance and necessity have been highly claimed since those program, to a certain extent, has contributed to reducing the recurrence of crimes so that the general citizens can be freer from crimes, playing the roles of crime prevention and shield for the society. In the initial period of Korean correction facilities, the main focus was given to religious inspiration and eradication illiteracy. However, significant development followed in correction and education field after the development of correctional administrative works and adoption of various programs. Now, those facilities are contributing to better inmates' right as well as fully conducting correctional and educational roles. In the mean time, however, crime rate and recurrence rate of Korea have increased. These indicate that there were some advancement in terms of quantity, but the outcomes are below expectation considering the efforts that have been made so far for better quality correction and education programs. Against this backdrop, this study classifies educational and correctional programs in Korea as follows: religious education, spiritual education, life pattern correction, academic classes, emotional training, vocational training and correction-treatment programs. The the purpose is to analyze the situation and problems of each program and to suggest some measures for improvement. The summary is as follows: First, in 「religious education」, it is necessary to introduce the "residential priest system" so the priests can stay in the facilities and take full responsibility of religious activities. Also, civil participants for religious activities are encouraged to join after receiving some prerequisite education. As additional measures, religious programs can be more efficient when mark for each religion is patched on clothes and dedicated living rooms for each religion group is arranged. Second, in 「spiritual education」, the period needs to be cut down to 1 week and converted to focus more on education on personal characteristics under the purpose of psychological corrections. In selecting the subject of education, a small group should be established with members of around 20, after adequately reflecting the opinions of experts in various fields. In addition, it is advisable to invite outside instructors and to hire dedicated workers such as psychological consultant and consultation therapist. Third, what is required is the general recognition that「life pattern correction」 is important in that it is the very beginning and the end of correctional education. The education system for a Criminal Who is Soon released should be shifted to practical training that can be useful in leading their lives in the society. In addition to the shift, it is a good idea to consider establishing "pre-release education center" as an intermediation between the Institution and the society. Fourth, in 「academic classes」, the academic structure is required to be solidified. To that end, it is necessary to establish a dedicated correction Institution for education and training and to consider employing un-appointed teachers or private academy teachers as temporary faculty members. The link between the Institution and academia should be strengthened following the model of commissioned education conducted in community colleges. Also, allowing commuting to outside education institutes is a good option to be considered. Fifth, in 「emotional training」, extracurricular activities should be improved in a way to encourage extensive participation from the inmates, and should be a way of education that is faithful to specialties, characteristics and talents. When it comes to education broadcasting programs, the recorded ones need to be replaced by live ones, or a dedicated broadcasting center should be on the operation for more systematic and efficient airing. There were much to be improved in terms of the kinds of newspapers, reading place and time. It is, therefore, advisable to adopt a "traveling library" or "interior book store." Sixth, in 「vocational training」, the relevant laws are to be amended under the macroscopic view that the vocational training for inmates also contributes to fostering talented resources. The courses need to be diversified to include many promising fields and to close cooperation with outside experts of vocational training. Also proper recruit process for the trainees should be guaranteed, and various efforts need to be made to help inmates to find jobs in the society such as data base of the released inmates' job records. Seventh, in 「correction-treatment programs」, treatment and enlightenment are preferred rather than educations for drug users. Education programs is necessary for facility workers, more than the users themselves, so that they can have expert level knowledge, and dedicated medical resources need to be secured. It is advisable to establish a Halfway correction Institution to treat the drug addicts in the society. The education for sexual offenders needs to have the carrot, like incentives, to induce participation, and a system for risk level assessment is in need to come up with catered treatment programs for the offenders. For better result, close cooperation from program providers in the society, such as mental hospital and specialized consultation groups, are in great need. "Release before the expiration of terms" and the "meeting place with family members" needs expansion as a way to promote the inmates' bond with their family and society. As seen before, there have been significant developments in correction and education of inmates. However, it is time to enhance the quality of the service for practical correction, enlightenment and social-fitness on the basis of cost-to-result efficiencies.
The ultimate purpose of correction is to ensure successful inmates' return to society through correctional and educational programs. However, it is more difficult than it sound to change a criminal, who already failed to be corrected in a family, school or socity, into a decent member of the society only through some programs in the correction Institution. Despite such limits of the correctional and educational programs, their importance and necessity have been highly claimed since those program, to a certain extent, has contributed to reducing the recurrence of crimes so that the general citizens can be freer from crimes, playing the roles of crime prevention and shield for the society. In the initial period of Korean correction facilities, the main focus was given to religious inspiration and eradication illiteracy. However, significant development followed in correction and education field after the development of correctional administrative works and adoption of various programs. Now, those facilities are contributing to better inmates' right as well as fully conducting correctional and educational roles. In the mean time, however, crime rate and recurrence rate of Korea have increased. These indicate that there were some advancement in terms of quantity, but the outcomes are below expectation considering the efforts that have been made so far for better quality correction and education programs. Against this backdrop, this study classifies educational and correctional programs in Korea as follows: religious education, spiritual education, life pattern correction, academic classes, emotional training, vocational training and correction-treatment programs. The the purpose is to analyze the situation and problems of each program and to suggest some measures for improvement. The summary is as follows: First, in 「religious education」, it is necessary to introduce the "residential priest system" so the priests can stay in the facilities and take full responsibility of religious activities. Also, civil participants for religious activities are encouraged to join after receiving some prerequisite education. As additional measures, religious programs can be more efficient when mark for each religion is patched on clothes and dedicated living rooms for each religion group is arranged. Second, in 「spiritual education」, the period needs to be cut down to 1 week and converted to focus more on education on personal characteristics under the purpose of psychological corrections. In selecting the subject of education, a small group should be established with members of around 20, after adequately reflecting the opinions of experts in various fields. In addition, it is advisable to invite outside instructors and to hire dedicated workers such as psychological consultant and consultation therapist. Third, what is required is the general recognition that「life pattern correction」 is important in that it is the very beginning and the end of correctional education. The education system for a Criminal Who is Soon released should be shifted to practical training that can be useful in leading their lives in the society. In addition to the shift, it is a good idea to consider establishing "pre-release education center" as an intermediation between the Institution and the society. Fourth, in 「academic classes」, the academic structure is required to be solidified. To that end, it is necessary to establish a dedicated correction Institution for education and training and to consider employing un-appointed teachers or private academy teachers as temporary faculty members. The link between the Institution and academia should be strengthened following the model of commissioned education conducted in community colleges. Also, allowing commuting to outside education institutes is a good option to be considered. Fifth, in 「emotional training」, extracurricular activities should be improved in a way to encourage extensive participation from the inmates, and should be a way of education that is faithful to specialties, characteristics and talents. When it comes to education broadcasting programs, the recorded ones need to be replaced by live ones, or a dedicated broadcasting center should be on the operation for more systematic and efficient airing. There were much to be improved in terms of the kinds of newspapers, reading place and time. It is, therefore, advisable to adopt a "traveling library" or "interior book store." Sixth, in 「vocational training」, the relevant laws are to be amended under the macroscopic view that the vocational training for inmates also contributes to fostering talented resources. The courses need to be diversified to include many promising fields and to close cooperation with outside experts of vocational training. Also proper recruit process for the trainees should be guaranteed, and various efforts need to be made to help inmates to find jobs in the society such as data base of the released inmates' job records. Seventh, in 「correction-treatment programs」, treatment and enlightenment are preferred rather than educations for drug users. Education programs is necessary for facility workers, more than the users themselves, so that they can have expert level knowledge, and dedicated medical resources need to be secured. It is advisable to establish a Halfway correction Institution to treat the drug addicts in the society. The education for sexual offenders needs to have the carrot, like incentives, to induce participation, and a system for risk level assessment is in need to come up with catered treatment programs for the offenders. For better result, close cooperation from program providers in the society, such as mental hospital and specialized consultation groups, are in great need. "Release before the expiration of terms" and the "meeting place with family members" needs expansion as a way to promote the inmates' bond with their family and society. As seen before, there have been significant developments in correction and education of inmates. However, it is time to enhance the quality of the service for practical correction, enlightenment and social-fitness on the basis of cost-to-result efficiencies.
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