Tag: Criminological theories
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Ethical Aspects of (Visions of) Preventative Forensic Screening” in the Role of Ethics resource section). But how should criminal justice professionals apply that theory? Should every person have genetic testing?
MURDER AND SELLING DRUGS While the intention of criminological theories is to explain why people commit crimes, the results of some theories when applied may lead to unethical outcomes. For example, the theory that genetic testing can help identify people that may be more likely to commit crime may seem like a scientifically logical way…
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Determine how contemporary criminal justice issues impact institutions, individuals, and the ability of key stakeholders to influence change
In this assignment, you will demonstrate your mastery of the following course outcomes: Analyze the evolution of contemporary criminal justice issues for their impact on society Draw connections between contemporary criminal justice issues and core criminological theories for identifying factors that contribute to the issues Determine how contemporary criminal justice issues impact institutions, individuals,…
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Describe how each criminological theory explains the criminal behavior.
While the intention of criminological theories is to explain why people commit crimes, the results of some theories when applied may lead to unethical outcomes. For example, the theory that genetic testing can help identify people that may be more likely to commit crime may seem like a scientifically logical way to explain behavior (see…
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Evaluate criminological theories critically in the light of other theories and of relevant statistical and other data.
Coursework Learning outcomes assessed 1. a) Demonstrate an understanding of the meaning of what is a ‘crime’ 2. b) Demonstrate an understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of crime data 3. c) Demonstrate an understanding of the role of the media in our understanding of crime and criminality 4. d) Demonstrate an understanding of leading…