Section 1: What is Theory?
- Section 1.1: Thinking about Theory [Learning Resources]
- Section 1.2: The Mythology of Criminal Justice [Learning Resources ]
- Section 1.3: Criminology and Science [Learning Resources ]
- Section 1.4: What Makes a Good Theory? [Learning Resources ]
- Section 1.5: Classification of Theories [Learning Resources ]
Section 2: Western Political Philosophy
- Section 2.1: The Natural Law [Learning Resources ]
- Section 2.2: The Greeks and Romans [Learning Resources ]
- Section 2.3: Natural Law and Christianity [Learning Resources ]
- Section 2.4: Hobbes versus Locke [Learning Resources ]
- Section 2.5: The Decline of Natural Law [Learning Resources ]
Section 3: Classical Criminology
- Section 3.1: The Nasty, Brutish, and Short [Learning Resources ]
- Section 3.2: Reform Movements [Learning Resources ]
- Section 3.3: Bentham and the Utilitarians [Learning Resources ]
- Section 3.4: Modern Deterrence Theory [Learning Resources ]
- Section 3.5: Rational Choice Theory [Learning Resources ]
Section 4: Biological Theories of Crime
- Section 4.1: The Positivists [Learning Resources ]
- Section 4.2: Hormones and Criminal Tendencies [Learning Resources ]
- Section 4.3: Intelligence and Crime [Learning Resources ]
- Section 4.4: Genetics and Crime [Learning Resources ]
- Section 4.5: Brain Physiology and Crime [Learning Resources ]
Section 5: Psychological Theories of Crime
- Section 5.1: Psychoanalytic Theory [Learning Resources ]
- Section 5.2: Personality Theory [Learning Resources ]
- Section 5.3: Cognitive Theory [Learning Resources ]
- Section 5.4: Psychopathology and Crime [Learning Resources ]
- Section 5.5: Substance Abuse and Crime [Learning Resources ]
Section 6: Sociological Theories of Crime
- Section 6.1: Labeling Theory [Learning Resources ]
- Section 6.2: Anomie and Strain Theories [Learning Resources ]
- Section 6.3: Social Learning Theories [Learning Resources ]
- Section 6.4: Social Disorganization Theories [Learning Resources ]
- Section 6.5: Integrated Theories [Learning Resources ]
Section 7: Crime Science
- Section 7.1: Situational Crime Prevention [Learning Resources ]
- Section 7.2: Criminal Decision Making [Learning Resources ]
- Section 7.3: Felson’s Chemistry of Crime [Learning Resources ]
- Section 7.4: Clarke’s Hot Products [Learning Resources ]
- Section 7.5: Crime and Place [Learning Resources ]
Section 8: Victimology
- Section 8.1: Introduction to Victimology [Learning Resources ]
- Section 8.2: Theories of Victimization [Learning Resources ]
- Section 8.3: Types of Victims and Victimizations [Learning Resources ]
- Section 8.4: The Impact of Victimization [Learning Resources ]
- Section 8.5: Responding to Victimization [Learning Resources ]
Course Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
When you complete this course, you should be able to:
- SLO 1: Analyze the fundamental principles and classifications of criminological theories, including classical, positivist, and contemporary approaches, to understand criminal behavior’s multifaceted nature (Section 1).
- SLO 2: Examine the impact of legal systems and theories on criminal justice practices, reflecting on the evolution of legal thought and its application in contemporary legal frameworks (Section 2).
- SLO 3: Assess the contributions of biological and neuroscientific research to criminological theory, considering the ethical implications of incorporating this research into practice (Section 3).
- SLO 4: Evaluate the influence of psychological factors, including personality disorders and mental health issues, on criminal behavior and the criminal justice system’s response (Section 4).
- SLO 5: Discuss the significance of social structure and environmental factors in influencing criminal behavior, applying integrated criminological theories to societal issues (Section 6).
- SLO 6: Explore the role of the victim in the criminal justice system, analyzing patterns of victimization and the impact of societal attitudes towards victims (Section 8).
- SLO 7: Apply theories of victimization, including Lifestyle-Exposure Theory and Routine Activities Theory, to develop strategies for prevention and victim support (Section 8).
- SLO 8: Understand the dynamics of crime measurement, data analysis, and the importance of empirical research in developing effective crime prevention and intervention strategies (Section 5).
- SLO 9: Investigate the influence of technological advancements and digital environments on criminal behavior and victimization, proposing solutions to cybercrime and online harassment (Section 7).
- SLO 10: Synthesize knowledge from various criminological perspectives to propose comprehensive approaches for crime prevention, victim support, and criminal justice policy-making, emphasizing the need for interdisciplinary collaboration and ethical consideration (Sections 1-8).
*See the “Learning Resources” page for each section and subsection for more granular SLOs.
Modification History File Created: 08/04/2018 Last Modified: 02/15/2024
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