Theory is a systematic way of developing explanations – something we do in everyday life to solve problems and to better understand the social world around us
What are a couple of problems or issues that you've dealt with recently that have involved theoretical thinking?
What will be an ideal response?
Possible answers: Think of the issues surrounding a college campus: 1) binge drinking may have deleterious effects. That is, those that engage in binge drinking, particularly those that do it often, may have difficulties in class, may have more conflict with their friends, may put themselves at risk for sexually transmitted disease, pregnancy, embarrassing situations, and much more. Also, those who binge drink may be at risk of getting into trouble with student affairs (for conduct violations) and/or the police; 2) transitioning from high school to college/university life can be problematic to some but not others. Think of who may be at risk – perhaps those who have not functioned independently before or those who may have been ‘sheltered' by their parents; 3) some fraternities and sororities have cultures that breed bad behavior as evidenced to some recent headlines in school papers across the United States (while others resist these issues). Think of what are the characteristics of a ‘bad' frat or sorority and think of what allows a bad Greek culture to get worse. Compare this to a ‘healthy' fraternity or sorority culture.
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Who was the first researcher to take advantage of criminal statistics?
a. Beccaria b. Lombroso c. Bonger d. Quetelet
You are a new crime scene technician and are required to obtain fingerprints at a crime scene. You are recommended to follow a strategic plan approach when obtaining this form of evidence. Discuss the method by which you will collect the prints
What will be an ideal response?
Killers who work in the health care industry are seldom lust killers
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
One hypothesis to explain the relationship between gangs and crime is the facilitation model, which posits that:
a. gang membership promotes drug involvement, which in turn facilitates violence. b. gangs attract members who are already delinquent or criminally involved, and their antisocial behaviors facilitate their acceptance into the gang. c. gangs attract those who are already delinquent or criminally involved, and membership further facilitates their preexisting antisocial behavior. d. gang membership promotes a way of life that promotes social stability.