Textbook used in class: Schmalleger, F. (2017). Criminology today: an integrative introduction (Eight ed.). Upper Saddle River: Prentice Hall. ISBN: 978-0-13-415815-6
Instructions:
Individual Project Papers should be word-processed in Microsoft Word Document, double spaced using 12 point (none bold) Times New Roman font, pages numbered and structured in accordance with the APA format.
The final project is designed to measure your knowledge in seven specific areas related to criminology. It is a series of short essays (300 to 600 words each) using text citations and APA format from readings in the course to sustain your claims. This assignment can not be copied from previous homework assignments.
Assignment:
Respond to each of the following questions that are based on the major aspects of criminology discussed in this course as outlined below.
Final Paper Format:
Your Final Paper is to be submitted in the following format and organization:
i. Cover Page to include the Course Title and Number, Your Name, Title of Final Paper, Professors Name, and Date
ii. Acknowledgment of own original work certification statement.
iii. Table of Contents
Pages One & Two – Identify elements of deviant and abnormal behavior.
Pages Three & Four – Describe the major theoretical factors and forces assumed to cause crime.
Pages Five & Six – Identify the impact of crime on persons and property.
Pages Seven & Eight – Describe the extent of crime in the United States.
Pages Nine & Ten – Discuss the ramifications of violent crimes, the career criminal, and organized crime.
Page Eleven – Describe the concept of victimless crimes.
Page Twelve – References page.
(no specific amount of sources listed)
