Explain how research on social disorganization theory led to the successful Chicago Area Project.

What will be an ideal response?


The Chicago Area Project was established--guided by Clifford Shaw--from the research on social disorganization theory. (From this point, answers may vary but can include points such as: reducing the levels of disorganization via community programs, an encouraging ties between city officials and parents.)

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Jack Eckerd established wilderness camps first in ___________ in 1968

a. Brooksville, Florida b. Cleveland, Ohio c. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania d. Boston, Massachusetts

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A ________ explanation of criminal acts argues that being a member of a social group shapes behavior

a. biological b. psychological c. sociological d. physiological

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When we want to try to predict our own personal futures, we use casual and _______________ reasoning

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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According to your textbook authors, a(n) _______________ test must be conducted by independent researchers who have no monetary or political incentive in regard to the testing outcome. It should consistently yield the same outcomes regardless of the person who is conducting the instrument, presuming that each person administering the assessment is competent in administering the instrument, that is.

a. Reliability b. Validity c. Face validity d. Inter-rater reliability

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