Today was the first class back after Spring Break...we discussed what to expect from now until the end of the year.
Field trip on Monday and Tuesday April 29/30 to the Supreme Court of British Columbia. Monday's trip is to Vancouver while Tuesday is to New Westminster.
We discussed many different theories of crime today. Your assignment for the day was to research the following theories:
Choice Theory
Trait Theory
Conflict Theory
Social Control Theory
Social Disorganization Theory
Strain Theory
Write down the following for each theory:
1) Major theorist
2) Key elements...how it explains criminal behavior
3) Limitations
4) Your opinion on the theory
Quiz on the Early Theories of crime next class.
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