Reading Assignment for Section 6.1
Read the following subsection from our online textbook: Section 6.1: Labeling Theory.
What You Will Learn
In this section, you will explore how societal labels influence individual identity and behavior, particularly in the context of deviance and crime. You will examine the concepts of primary and secondary deviance and how societal reactions can reinforce criminal identities through stigma. Finally, you will assess the empirical support for Labeling Theory, its strengths and limitations, and its broader implications for criminology and criminal justice policies.
Student Learning Outcomes for Section 6.1
- SLO 1: Understand the impact of societal labels on individual behavior and identity within the context of deviance and criminality.
- SLO 2: Analyze the role of primary and secondary deviance in the development of criminal behavior as per Labeling Theory.
- SLO 3: Examine the effects of stigma and societal reactions on the self-perception and actions of labeled individuals.
- SLO 4: Evaluate the empirical evidence supporting Labeling Theory and its implications for understanding criminal behavior.
- SLO 5: Critique the limitations of Labeling Theory in explaining various forms of criminal behavior and its practical implications in criminology.
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