Assignment:
Examining Theory
Resource:
Schmalleger F. (2012). Criminology today: An integrative introduction, (6th Ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall.
Examples: Social Structure Theories, Social Conflict Theories, Social Learning Theories (you may discuss more than one of the branch theories)
Address the following:
- Describe the theory and the history of its development.
- Why is the theory important to Criminology?
- Give examples of this theory
- Discuss any positives or negatives associated with the theory and explain why?