Teaching Theoretical Criminology to Undergraduates

Teaching Theoretical Criminology to Undergraduates

Maintains that U.S. society's emphasis on individuality and pragmatism renders theoretical study of criminal deviance difficult for many students. Presents a structured approach to this problem that includes an emphasis on practical applications, comparative analysis, analytical skills, and the...

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Veröffentlicht in:Teaching sociology 1995-10, Vol.23 (4), p.407-412
Hauptverfasser: Williams, James L., Rodeheaver, Daniel G., Sethuraju, Raj
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
Schlagworte:
Comparative Analysis
Content Analysis
Courses
Crime
Crime patterns
Criminal justice
Criminal psychology
Criminals
Criminology
Critical Thinking
Curriculum
Deviant behavior
Education
Educational Objectives
Higher Education
Instructional Effectiveness
Instructional Improvement
Intellectual Development
Juvenile delinquency
Political Attitudes
Quinn (James F)
Social Psychology
Social Theories
Sociology
Sociology Education
Teachers
Teaching Methods
Theories
Theory Practice Relationship
Undergraduate Students
Universities
USA
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Zusammenfassung:Maintains that U.S. society's emphasis on individuality and pragmatism renders theoretical study of criminal deviance difficult for many students. Presents a structured approach to this problem that includes an emphasis on practical applications, comparative analysis, analytical skills, and the substantive content of theories. Describes teaching and organizational strategies. (MJP)
ISSN:0092-055X
DOI:10.2307/1319170