Reference no: EM133802607
Reading Assignments:
Regoli, Hewitt, and Kosloski. 2018. Exploring Criminal Justice: The Essentials. 3rd ed.
Each discussion will require you to answer the question presented. The question will be found within the chapter(s) covered. Answer all components of the question as thoroughly as possible. During weeks where the module covers more than one chapter, you will have the option on which chapter to answer the discussion question from.
All original module blogs posts should include a brief overview of the chapters 7 and 8 for the module, with enough detail to demonstrate that you have read and understand the material. Any portions of the post that reference the textbook or any other source must be cited within the post as well as include the full citation at the end of the post.
Since this week is over chapters, you may select one (1) question to answer. Do not answer both.
Question 1: How is involvement in delinquency associated with adolescents' academic performance and with their attachment to schools and teachers? According to the book, what kind of school is least likely to have a high rate of delinquency? Please explain.
Question 2: What is differential association theory? What are the advantages and the shortcoming of the theory? For which kinds of criminal behavior does this theory work best?