Film or TV Show Pick a film or TV Show. Provide a short summary (2-3 paragraphs) of your film/TV show (What is the video about? Clarity is important!) Separately, explain how Strain Theory, Differential Association, Control Theory, and Shaming Theory would view/interpret your film/TV show. Thoroughly explain using sociological concepts/terms. (One paragraph for each theory). […]
Choose a Sociological theory from Chapter Five (strain theory, social learning theory, social control theories “labeling theory, conflict theory, and differential oppression theory” and describe that theory in detail.
Youth Crime and Justice. Research and Discuss a case in the News that has occurred within the last five years involving a juvenile who committed a violent crime. Choose a Sociological theory from Chapter Five (strain theory, social learning theory, social control theories “labeling theory, conflict theory, and differential oppression theory” and describe that theory […]
Choose 1 policy that has helped or hindered the mitigation of gangs/gang activities. Then explain it and talk about what is good and bad.
Policy Implications: Gangs Students will conduct research on previous/current policies which have helped or hindered the mitigation of gangs/gang activities and apply it to their discussion of gangs. Further, students may also develop future recommendations based on any gaps/issues with current policies/practices. Policies and Practices can be from anyone of the following sources: Police, Courts, […]
Think of three strains you have experienced in your life and answer the following, in light of Agnew’s general strain theory. Identify which of Agnew’s three major types of strain are represented by your list.
Week 2: Strain Theory For your opening post, answer ONE of the following questions. Include any lingering questions you have about the strain theory readings and lecture or include a question for your peers, to help them think through the material more deeply. Cite your sources. Personal experiences are permitted, as long as you answer […]
Provide a detailed description of how at least 3 of the following theories of delinquency apply to each of the five juvenile characters in the movie.
Instructions for “The Breakfast Club” Assignment Watch the movie, The Breakfast Club, directed by John Hughes in 1985. Provide a detailed description of how at least 3 of the following theories of delinquency (Choice Theory; Strain Theory; Social Learning Theory; Control Theory; Labeling Theory) apply to each of the five juvenile characters in the movie. […]
Explain what are the policy implications of the theory and is this theory relevant in society currently?
Social Disorganization Theory and General Strain Theory Recommended Materials Mapping America’s Rental Housing Crisis (An interactive map produced by the Urban Institute which highlights some indicators of social disorganization.) http://apps.urban.org/features/rental-housing-crisis-map/ How we’re priming some kids for college-and others for prison (TED Talk Video with Alice Goffman) The New American Dream (TED Talk Video with Courtney […]
Write 1000 for each theory and show understanding of what the theory was attempting to explain and who the key theorists were.
Crime Narratives and Explanations Choose perspective : Classicism + Strain Theory, write 1000 for each theory and show understanding of what the theory was attempting to explain, who the key theorists were, the ideas it challenged and if any strength and weaknesses of it and anything else you think relevant. Include contemporary examples
Outline and explain a criminological theory.
LLPB2013 CRIMINOLOGY Poster – Assessment details Produce a poster where you: 1. Outline and explain a criminological theory 2. Critically examine the strengths and weaknesses of the theory 3. Assess how well the theory can explain robbery You are expected to: 1. Use a criminological theory from the list below: • Social learning theory • […]