Reading Assignment for Section 1
Read the following subsection from our online textbook: Section 1: Theoretical Foundations.
What You Will Learn
In this section, you’ll dive into the core principles of the Crime Opportunity Prevention (COP) System and understand its relationship with Routine Activities Theory (RAT). You’ll learn about the three key elements of RAT: motivated offender, suitable target, and absence of a capable guardian. Additionally, you’ll explore the historical context and development of the COP System, along with key figures who played a role in its emergence.
Student Learning Outcomes for Section 1
- SLO 1: Define and explain the core principles of the Crime Opportunity Prevention (COP) System and its relationship to Routine Activities Theory (RAT).
- SLO 2: Identify and describe the three key elements of RAT: motivated offender, suitable target, and absence of a capable guardian.
- SLO 3: Summarize the historical context, development, and key figures that contributed to the emergence of the COP System.
- SLO 4: Apply the COP System and RAT to assess environments, identify crime opportunities, and develop comprehensive crime prevention plans.
- SLO 5: Discuss the strengths, limitations, and critiques of RAT and explain how the COP System addresses these issues.
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