Criminological theories are systematic explanations for observed phenomena. That is, criminological theories rely upon either research experiments or real-life events to test their validity. In this course, you do not need to conduct full research experiments; but, you do need to conduct basic research and consume research done by others in order to effectively plan, prepare, and act upon real-life criminal justice events in your career. Theories also guide consumers of research in organizing concepts, developing strategies, and interpreting data; things you will utilize in other courses throughout this program of study.
Prepare for this Discussion by selecting a criminological theory and a particular criminal event or type of crime. Think about how this theory could be used to analyze the criminal event or type of crime.
Post by Day 4 of Week 3
Identify the criminological theory and the criminal event/type of crime you selected.
Explain how this criminological theory might be used to analyze the criminal event or type of crime you selected.
Explain why you think this criminological theory is or is not appropriate for analyzing this criminal event or type of crime.
Explain how this theory could be applied in order to prevent the criminal event/type of crime you selected.
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