Overview
Please, no AI tools used. My professor uses multiple AI-detection tools for each assignment. One of the sources needs to be the class text. Please see below for access. Please use Apa citations , Please see attached .
Required text and access Barkan, S. E. (2023). Criminology: A Sociological Understanding (8th ed.). Pearson Education (US). https://ccis.vitalsource.com/books/9780137636174
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Outline
Structure your argument and demonstrate how criminological theory and research evidence will be applied throughout the paper.
Your outline should include section headings and bullet points summarizing the main ideas in each area:
Introduction
Policy description and purpose
The criminological theory underlying the policy
Evaluation of strengths and weaknesses using research
Discussion of policy effectiveness
Conclusion and policy implications
Include planned evidence and citations where possible.
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Policy: Focused Deterrence Policy
Thesis Statement: Identified
The topic for your final paper is Focused Deterrence Policy. You have researched the following theories to support your narrative: the Social Disorganization Theory, Social Learning Theory, Deterrence Theory, and Rational Choice Theory.
I do caution you, however, that all four theories may be too broad for purposes of this paper on deterrence. 3 out of 4 of your annotations specifically mention deterrence. Did I miss your commentary on Social Learning Theory and Rational Choice Theory relation to deterrence in your annotations?
I do agree that being proactive is the best policy, rather than reactive.
Great sources: Your annotations of each source provide a peek into the main ideas that should promote the integrity of your research paper.
Tips:
Fully elaborate on your chosen theories and convey their relevance to your policy.
A strong narrative on how the policy promotes a decrease in youth violence.
What are the strengths & weaknesses of your policy?
Are there statistics to evaluate your policy?
Identify and explain which prevention level best relates to your policy: primary/secondary/tertiary.
Paraphrase...paraphrase...paraphrase!