Essentials Of Criminology

Author : Lisa Coole
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 124 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2017-12-31
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 1516532635

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Essentials of Criminology: A Student-Oriented Approach to Teaching Crime Theory by Lisa Coole Pdf

Essentials of Criminology: A Student-Oriented Approach to Teaching Crime Theory is an accessible, relevant overview of criminological theories and their use in understanding, explaining, and responding to crime. The text provides foundational knowledge, engages students through real-life examples and scenarios, and focuses on select theories, exploring them in depth. The principal types of theory explored throughout the text include neo-classical theories (crime as a choice), structure theories (crime as a result of social environment, values, stressors, and subculture), process theories (crime as the result of individual learning, associations, and social/self-control), conflict theories (crime as a result of the unequal distribution of power), and developmental theories (crime as a career). The relationship between drugs and crime in society is also explored. The second edition of the text features an expansion of core criminal justice concepts, updated statistical data, and additional examples, activities, and assignments, which tackle relevant social issues including police-community relations, immigration policy, sexual misconduct, mass shootings, and gun control. The Essentials of Criminology is written for one-semester courses in criminology, criminal justice, and applied crime theory, and designed so that all the material in the text can be adequately and thoughtfully covered. Lisa Coole earned her bachelor's degree in sociology at Bridgewater State College and her master's degree in criminal justice at Northeastern University. She is an associate professor at Massasoit Community College, where she teaches courses in sociology, criminology, and the sociology of deviance. She is also a visiting associate professor at Bridgewater State University, teaching in both the Sociology and Criminal Justice departments. In addition to her academic career, Professor Coole has worked as a victim/witness advocate for the Massachusetts District Attorney's office, a program developer for Community Resources for Justice in Boston, Massachusetts, and a federal probation officer for the districts of Vermont and Massachusetts.

Author : Mark M. Lanier,Stuart Henry,Desire' J.M. Anastasia
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 460 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2018-04-19
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780429973512

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Essential Criminology by Mark M. Lanier,Stuart Henry,Desire' J.M. Anastasia Pdf

In the fourth edition of Essential Criminology, authors Mark M. Lanier, Stuart Henry, and Desire .M. Anastasia build upon this best-selling critical review of criminology, which has become essential reading for students of criminology in the 21st century. Designed as an alternative to overly comprehensive, lengthy, and expensive introductory texts, Essential Criminology is, as its title implies, a concise overview of the field. The book guides students through the various definitions of crime and the different ways crime is measured. It then covers the major theories of crime, from individual-level, classical, and rational choice to biological, psychological, social learning, social control, and interactionist perspectives. In this latest edition, the authors explore the kind of criminology that is needed for the globally interdependent twenty-first century. With cutting-edge updates, illustrative real-world examples, and new study tools for students, this text is a necessity for both undergraduate and graduate courses in criminology.

Author : Divya Sharma
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 246 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2018-07-03
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 1516511328

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Fundamentals of Criminology by Divya Sharma Pdf

Fundamentals of Criminology provides students with a comprehensive overview of the critical theories that are generally taught in undergraduate courses. The valuable insight and information within the text encourages discussion and consideration of policy implications, applications, theoretical evaluation, and the criminal justice system itself. The book begins with an overview of crime, criminology, and the criminal justice system, along with an introduction to various databases used to study topics related to crime and justice. In later chapters, students learn the fundamental theories of criminology, including the classical school of thought, the positivist school of thought, social structure theories based on socioeconomic status, power, and wealth, and theories of social learning and social reaction. For each theory, there is a clear introduction and discussion of its key propositions and concepts, followed by an examination of its impact on the criminal justice system and policymaking. The book concludes with chapters addressing white-collar crime, terrorism, and tools for addressing the evolving challenges within the field. Fundamentals of Criminology is well-suited for undergraduate courses in sociology, criminal justice, and criminology, especially those that address criminological theory. Divvya Sharma holds a Ph.D. in sociology and master's degrees in sociology and criminal justice. Her research focuses on topics related to informal banking systems; comparative criminology and criminal justice research; and immigration, globalization, and ethnic identity. She has been using mixed methods to study these topics and has collected data in India, Kenya, and the United States.

Author : Anthony Walsh
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 329 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2011-10-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781412999434

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Criminology by Anthony Walsh Pdf

Criminology: The Essentials presents a well-written overview of the major theoretical perspectives and crime types discussed in most introductory criminology classes. It covers the most up-to-date theories and research in a concise manner in a cost-effective format. Each chapter in the book includes chapter-opening vignettes, interesting photos, many tables and figures to engage students interest. In the often-difficult theory chapters are concluding Policy and Prevention sections, and summary tables to compare and contrast the theories presented. to promote a deep understanding of the concepts presented.

Author : Stephen G. Tibbetts,Alex R. Piquero
Publisher : SAGE Publications
Page : 426 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2021-12-30
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781071838235

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Criminological Theory by Stephen G. Tibbetts,Alex R. Piquero Pdf

Criminological Theory: The Essentials, Fourth Edition by Stephen G. Tibbetts and Alex R. Piquero is a brief yet comprehensive overview of the major concepts and perspectives of the key theories in the evolution of criminology. Putting criminological theory in context, the acclaimed authors examine policy implications brought about by theoretical perspectives to show students the practical application of theories to contemporary social problems. The new edition has been thoroughly updated with the latest theoretical extensions and empirical research, with links made to specific theories and recent events.

Author : L. Thomas Winfree, Jr.,Howard Abadinsky
Publisher : Waveland Press
Page : 250 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2016-07-05
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781478633884

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Essentials of Criminological Theory by L. Thomas Winfree, Jr.,Howard Abadinsky Pdf

This concise textbook introduces students to multidisciplinary theories about why people commit crime. Winfree and Abadinsky strive to make the study of crime and justice as clear, concise, current, and consumable as possible. Tracing the evolution of theories and their influence on research today, the authors provide a solid foundation for students to understand the role theory plays in criminal justice practices. The first nine chapters explore various types of theories, providing the historical context and the basic assumptions each theory makes about human behavior, the causal arguments, and what criminologists have learned from testing the theories. The theory as originally proposed may have gone through a metamorphosis. Change is an important—and exciting—aspect of crime theory. Ideas that attempt to describe, explain, predict, and possibly control a specific behavior sometimes remain as originally conceived and sometimes evolve to something quite different. The final chapter explores the ways the various theories influence criminal justice policy, focusing on law enforcement. To help readers assimilate and synthesize the essentials of criminological theory, each chapter contains learning objectives, boxed material to stimulate critical thinking, bulleted summary points, key terms, and critical review questions. There are marginal notes throughout the text to highlight concepts, as well as a comprehensive glossary for easy review of important terms.

Author : Anthony Walsh,Cody Jorgensen
Publisher : SAGE Publications
Page : 772 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2017-01-20
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781506372020

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Criminology by Anthony Walsh,Cody Jorgensen Pdf

Criminology: The Essentials, Third Edition, by Anthony Walsh and Cody Jorgensen, introduces students to major theoretical perspectives and criminology topics in a concise, easy-to-read format. This straightforward overview of the major subject areas in criminology still thoroughly covers the most up-to-date advances in theory and research. In the new full-color Third Edition, special features have been added to engage the reader in thinking critically about concepts in criminology.

Author : Kelly Frailing,Dee Wood Harper
Publisher : Carolina Academic Press
Page : 428 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2013-07-19
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781611635065

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Fundamentals of Criminology by Kelly Frailing,Dee Wood Harper Pdf

Fundamentals of Criminology: New Dimensions delivers a comprehensive and comprehensible introduction to the discipline of criminology. As the title implies, it covers the fundamentals of criminology, including the major theories of crime causation, classic and current empirical tests of those theories, the strengths and weaknesses and the policy implications of each. It also describes the types of crime and provides current rates, trends over time and theoretical explanations for each, as well as a discussion of characteristics of offenders and victims. What sets this book apart from the many other fine criminology textbooks out there is its inclusion of some new dimensions of criminology. The new dimensions in this book include but are not limited to research designs in criminology, new theories of crime causation, crime in different contexts, connections between criminology and criminal justice policy and a number of lingering issues for both disciplines. In combination with the fundamentals, these new dimensions are designed to provide readers with the richest, most complete understanding of what crime is, how much of it there is, what causes it and what do to about it, as well as the ability and desire to pose important questions for the future of both criminology and criminal justice. “The authors have produced a comprehensive, readable, and thoroughly interesting text covering the topic of sociological criminology. Yes, there are a plethora of texts in this area, but Harper and Frailing’s addition to the field has a number of features moving it ahead of the competition. There is in-depth coverage of emerging areas in crime, including cybercrime and human trafficking, as well as an excellent section on how disasters augment the opportunities for crime by hindering capable guardianship. The authors’ arguments for evidence-based crime prevention strategies and public policies are compelling. Fundamentals of Criminology is worthy of the closest consideration by instructors teaching undergraduate criminology courses.” — Jay Corzine, professor of sociology, University of Central Florida

Author : Peter Joyce,Wendy Laverick
Publisher : Teach Yourself
Page : 466 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2013-01-04
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781444170252

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Criminology: A Complete Introduction: Teach Yourself by Peter Joyce,Wendy Laverick Pdf

Written by Peter Joyce, who is a current criminology lecturer and a leading researcher, Criminology - The Essentials is designed to give you everything you need to succeed, all in one place. It covers the key areas that students are expected to be confident in, outlining the basics in clear jargon-free English, and then providing added-value features like summaries of key books, and even lists of questions you might be asked in your seminar or exam. The book uses a structure that mirrors many university courses on criminology - starting with definitions of crime, then examining why people commit crime, and how crime can be prevented and detected. Later chapters hone in on the criminal justice system itself, examining the role of the police, the courts and prisons. This book is unique for its comparative approach to criminology, enabling students to understand criminology in the context of the UK, the US and further afield. Teach Yourself titles employ the 'Breakthrough method', which is designed specifically to overcome problems that students face. - Problem: 'I find it difficult to remember what I've read.'; Solution: this book includes end-of-chapter questions and summaries - Problem: 'Most books mention important other sources, but I can never find them in time.'; Solution: this book includes key texts and case studies are summarised, complete with fully referenced quotes ready to use in your essay or exam. - Problem: 'Lots of introductory books turn out to cover totally different topics than my course.'; Solution: this book is written by a current university lecturer who understands what students are expected to know.

Author : STUART. HENRY
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2019-06-14
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0367096870

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ESSENTIAL CRIMINOLOGY READER by STUART. HENRY Pdf

Author : Larry J. Siegel
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Corrections
ISBN : 1111841829

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Essentials of Criminal Justice by Larry J. Siegel Pdf

Master the ins and outs of the criminal justice system with "ESSENTIALS OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE", Eighth Edition. With its cutting-edge high-profile cases, current research, detailed career information, and unique myth-busting theme, this bestseller equipsyou with a solid understanding of the modern criminal justice system.

Author : Peter Joyce
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2014-04-04
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781317821816

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Criminology and Criminal Justice by Peter Joyce Pdf

This book presents a summary of the key ideas that seek to explain criminal behaviour and the measures that have been developed to prevent crime. A broad overview of the criminal justice system is provided in order to explain the operations of the key criminal justice agencies and the processes that are involved in bringing offenders to justice. Readers are encouraged to develop the basic knowledge they have obtained in these areas by tackling a number of questions, making use of additional reading of key texts suggested in the book. Attention is devoted to key sources from which information regarding crime and the criminal justice system can be explained. Good practice regarding the presentation and assessment of written work is also provided, in particular in connection with referencing. Readers are also introduced to the wide variety of methods that can be used to carry out criminological research and are invited to engage in exercises that include the marking of sample essays and the design of a questionnaire.

Author : Steven E. Barkan,George J. Bryjak
Publisher : Jones & Bartlett Publishers
Page : 623 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2011-01-28
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781449636012

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Fundamentals of Criminal Justice: A Sociological View by Steven E. Barkan,George J. Bryjak Pdf

The criminal justice system is a key social institution pertinent to the lives of citizens everywhere. Fundamentals of Criminal Justice: A Sociological View, Second Edition provides a unique social context to explore and explain the nature, impact, and significance of the criminal justice system in everyday life. This introductory text examines important sociological issues including class, race, and gender inequality, social control, and organizational structure and function.

Author : Peter B. Kraska,William Lawrence Neuman
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Criminal justice, Administration of
ISBN : 0137003935

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Essential Criminal Justice and Criminology Research Methods by Peter B. Kraska,William Lawrence Neuman Pdf

This criminal justice and criminology research methods text brings together thorough and balanced coverage of both quantitative and qualitative methods, including deeper coverage of the mixed-methods approach than any other text. ESSENTIAL CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND CRIMINOLOGY RESEARCH METHODS, 1/e showcases the field’s most relevant and important research, helping students understand both the significance and relevance of criminal justice and criminology research. This text is designed to keep readers engaged through user-friendly writing, outstanding student research projects, and many hands-on exercises. It is also rigorous, logically coherent, and comprehensive — providing everything students need to become critical consumers and competent producers of research-based knowledge.

Author : Eugene McLaughlin,John Muncie
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 769 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2013-02-20
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781446275511

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Criminological Perspectives by Eugene McLaughlin,John Muncie Pdf

This revised and expanded Third Edition of the internationally acclaimed Criminological Perspectives is the most comprehensive reader available in the field. Wide-ranging and global in scope and coverage, Criminological Perspectives will enable you to critically engage with the various concepts and theoretical positions that you'll encounter throughout your studies. In addition to essays that have had a seminal influence on the development of criminology, new articles have been included to cover topics of contemporary criminological significance, including: - surveillance - digitized crime - terrorism and political violence - environmental crime - human trafficking - techno-social networks - narco-crime - global inequalities The 56 articles are organised thematically, complete with introductions that place them in context and to illustrate the approaches taken by different schools of criminological thought. Criminological Perspectives will prove an indispensible resource, whether you're studying criminology, criminal justice studies, socio-legal studies, penology, security studies, surveillance studies, or sociology.