Module: Sociology (access to H.E.) SOCIOLOGICAL THEORY (unit 2) Learning outcomes: 1. Understand the nature of sociological theory and the ways in which sociological theories can be evaluated 2. Discuss the origins of sociological theory and the work of three major 19th century theorists 3. Critically evaluate the work of the four major schools of thought that developed during the 20th century and understand the meaning of key concepts within each theory Assessment criteria: 1.1 Explain
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A General Theory of Crime (Michael R. Gottfredson and Travis Hirschi) Term Paper Soc 203 Prof. Ortiz 12th December 2002 Crime is a serious issue in the United States and research shows that it is running rampant‚ and its effects are felt in all socioeconomic levels. Each economic class has its own crime rates and types of crime. It is a mistake to think of crime as a lower class problem. Crime is a problem for all people. The lower classes commit crime for survival while the upper class
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Outline and critically evaluate the concept of the ‘psychological contract’. Why is an understanding of the psychological contract considered to be important to the management of the contemporary employment relationship? This essay will outline and critically evaluate the theory of the “psychological contract” and its role between the employee and employer. Through looking at the positive and negative aspects of this contract by using relevant information‚ figures and evaluating case studies‚
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Critically evaluate the contributions of functionalism to the study of society. Functionalist theory is one of the major theoretical perspectives in sociology. It can be argued that the functionalist theory has made a significant contribution to the study of society. It originates from the work of Emile Durkheim who suggests that social order is possible and society remains stable due to the functioning of several institutions. Everything has a specific function in society and society will always
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Major Theories of Crime Causation Robert Lincoln CJ 102-02 Kaplan University August 4‚ 2013 Major Theories of Crime Causation Various units contain a number of theories that try to explain the causes of crime in the society. The theories have been developed to have an in-depth understanding of the crime and how best they can be addressed to ensure that humans live in a conducive environment. These units and theories have been around and in use from as early as the twentieth century. Over
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were introduced to three perspectives on crime‚ law and order: classicism‚ positivism and social constructionism. With reference to the materials in Block 1- and using your own words- define and explain each of these perspectives and discuss their historical and contemporary influence on theory and practice in youth justice. This essay will discuss three prominent theories in the explanation of crime. This essay will compare and contract these theories‚ discussing their strengths and weaknesses;
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Early biological theories were limited to the technologies of the time. Increased industrialization‚ and heavy immigration and urban growth were effects of the ending of the cival war. These were the factors that stirred high crime rates up until World War II. Around this time phrenology came into practice. Phrenology is the practice of measuring the skull and other facial features to determine a persons character. The problem with this type of theory was we were letting our perception of human
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needs of society are meet‚ thus the installation of‚ what are seen to be‚ socially agreed shared norms and values into youths results in a future respect for authority and conformity to societies rules‚ amongst other things. Therefore‚ this will‚ in theory‚ lead to social harmony‚ stability and social integration. Davis and Moore (1945) argue that the education system matches students to the jobs in which they are best suited on a basis of their talent and ability. This allocation means that
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Throughout all of Dutton’s theories and tendencies‚ he puts forward the argument that society as a whole is more psychopathic than ever: “after all‚ psychopaths tend to be fearless‚ confident‚ charming‚ ruthless‚ and focused―qualities that are tailor-made for success in the twenty-first century.” Dutton’s main theory or finding was the fact that although there are already a lot of diagnosed psychopaths in this world‚ the percentage is rising everyday. It has gone from 2%-78% in the past 20 years
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With reference to psychological theory‚ discuss whether criminals are born or made. Over the years‚ much debate has surrounded the question of Criminality‚ why it occurs and how it can be controlled. Can a person simply be born evil or are they merely a product of circumstance? A wealth of research has been done on the subject of Nature versus Nurture and a number of esteemed theories have been put forward. This essay will address the various arguments in favour of each theory‚ evaluating both their
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