The Criminology course analyzes the function of biological, psychological and sociological components in explaining criminal behavior. Some of the foremost themes of this criminal justice course include rational choice theory, strain theories, learning theories, self control theory, social process theories, and critical criminology. Emphasis is placed on the scientific status of theories and the significance of criminological inquiry for crime control policy and intervention strategies.
This course should reveal the philosopher within you. Similar to Criminal Psychology, Criminology offers an in-depth look into certain taboos associated with human behavior. I liked this course, but it did require a little effort as reading course and outside materials was integral to the understanding of all the theories which were presented.
This course utilized a reading resource written by Brown, Esbensen, & Geis, titled: Criminology: Explaining Crime and Its Context; an invaluable tool for understanding some of the most complex behavioral patterns. We were also instructed to rent or buy Maria Full of Grace, a film directed by Joshua Marston. Towards the end of the course we dissected the film’s main character and her behavior which contributed to criminal offenses. Overall, I think you will like any Criminology course, online or off, as it is filled with plenty of information which you most likely don’t fully know, yet.
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