Criminology

Select two peer-reviewed journal articles. Compare and Contrast the two articles being consistent with APA formatting.  Provide a one-paragraph description of what each article is about (i.e. research questions), what its method of study was (i.e. what data was collected, from whom, and how many), and three key findings (2 paragraphs). provide a paragraph identifying what the articles have in common and a paragraph identifying differences between the articles. This analysis should go deeper than simple comparisons like “one are by author A and the other by author B” and should instead focus on comparing and contrasting the research questions, methods, and findings. (2 paragraphs). assignment should conclude with a one-paragraph (1 paragraph) description of future areas where more knowledge is needed, and how that knowledge might be gained (i.e. directions for future research). each paragraph must consist of approximately 5-7 sentences that introduce and support one main idea. Focus on the compare and contrast part, and make sure you are comprehensive and detailed in that analysis. Use examples from the readings to support your analysis.

You are the Commander of a crime scene investigative (CSI) unit. The unit is only a couple of months old, and the members of the unit are all new and in need of training from the ground up. The Chief of Police requires you to use your experience to establish a training program for the new members of the CSI unit. The Chief requires a proposal from you on what training you will be providing the unit team. The proposal will be in an APA format. No abstract will be required because it is only a short proposal on the first training week—but a title page, reference page, and appropriate running header with page numbers are all necessary. What is the difference between real or physical evidence and testimonial evidence? Provide 5 examples of real or physical evidence that might require explanation in court by you because you are the one recording, recovering, processing, and packaging the evidence you recovered. Why is real or physical evidence important for the triers of fact (jury)? What is demonstrative evidence, and why is it used to clarify issues in trials? What is the difference between direct evidence and circumstantial evidence? Explain. What is the concept of overwhelming circumstantial evidence? Explain. Can it be enough for a conviction? Why or why not?

What are the pros of needle exchange programs? What are the cons of needle exchange programs? If you were a lawmaker in the state of Florida, would you support a permanent law permitting a needle exchange program? Explain your final position using research and data. Make sure to: Write a short essay or paragraph of at least 500 words. Use concrete examples/details and avoid generalities. Address all questions. Use proper grammar and punctuation. If you researched your topic and are using information from what you learned, remember to cite your sources.

Topic: How do social forces impact, or shape, the laws that we have in place in our country?  What types of social forces do you believe to be in play when our laws were created, and do you think that social forces are still impacting laws today?  If so, in what ways? Discussion Board Guidelines: When answering this discussion board, please remember that I am using this assignment to assess whether you have completed and understand the material within the module.  It is therefore important that you make your answer thorough enough for me to assess your understanding.   THIS IS A DISCUSSION BOARD, NOT AN ESSAY. no title page.  please retype the questions and answer them, question-answer format. i attached 2 articles the professor provided, these will be 2 of your APA citations, PLEASE READ THEM. this is how she makes sure we read the material, so the need to be included in the assignment.  it should look like this: 1. How do social forces impact, or shape, the laws that we have in place in our country?  (answer) 2.  What types of social forces do you believe to be in play when our laws were created, and do you think that social forces are still impacting laws today?  If so, in what ways? (answer) (APA citations)

Students will write a drug education review that incorporates a personal reflection on their own drug education experience as well as the existing research on both effective and ineffective drug education programs. This assignment will consist of a one-page synopsis of the drug education students received throughout their lifetimes, including but not limited to formal drug education in the school system and/or informal drug education from family, peers, or other significant influences. Students will then be required to research one effective drug education program and one ineffective drug program. Drawing on this research, students will briefly summarize (1-2 pages) the key elements that make drug education programs effective and the elements that may make some education programs ineffective. Finally, drawing on personal experience and the research, students will offer 1-2 recommendations for the future of drug education in schools. Drug Education Review Rubric Criteria Points Comments/Suggestions Writing (Clarity, Focus, Grammar, Paragraph Structure & References) /10 Summary of Personal Experience with Drug Education (Formal and/or Informal) /10 Summary of Key Elements of Effective Drug Education (1 program or approach) /10 Summary of Key Elements of Ineffective Drug Education (1 program or approach) /10 Recommendations for Drug Education in Schools (1-2 offered and explained) /10

The purpose of the week 3 Powerpoint is to start to highlight what your organization might see from a threat perspective. This open-source research can you do that involves issues that Norfolk Naval Station might see from various “all-hazards” threats. Do the research and create a graph that shows various numbers or trends. CREATE 3 SLIDES USING MALTEGO.COM My selected organization (TE=Targeted Environment): Norfolk Naval Station, VA (military base)

No sources or Style applicable ! * Read the passage attached by Jean Baker miller * After reading passage just answer the following questions 1.What is the difference between temporary and permanent inequality? 2. Is it easier to know subordinate or dominant groups? 3.Do subordinates suffer from more psychological tension than dominants? 4.What do you think can be done to improve relations between dominant and subordinate groups?

1-Hypothesis are use in experiments or studies where groups are compared. For this assignment define the term hypothesis and cite. Based on readings (peer reviewed articles) propose three (3) hypotheses for your project. Hypotheses must be your own (original to your study) and not taken from another source. Remember to cite and list all corresponding references, use the correct font size and font type (APA formatting) 2-In your readings you come across many types of variables. For this assignment define the term Variable and cite. List the variables that will be used in the project. Define and cite Independent variable and Dependent variable Which of the variables listed would be independent variable(s) and which would be the dependent variable(s)? This an essay bullet should not be used. Remember to cite and list all corresponding references, use the correct font size and font type (APA formatting) 3-In your criminology class you would have discussed several different theories. For this assignment define the term theory and cite. Name and explain the theory that best explains the relationship between the variables that will be used in the project. If you cannot find a theory that fits explain how the variables are interrelated and why the independent variable X influences a dependent variable Y. This an essay bullet should not be used. Remember to cite and list all corresponding references, use the correct font size and font type (APA formatting) 4-Research Designs or methodology refer to the plans and procedures that address data collection. For this assignment list the three types of study designs. Define and explain the three study designs and cite. Once you have defined and or explained the three (3) study designs discuss: a) How the data is collected b) How data is shown or depicted c) Which would be more costly? d) Which would be more consuming? Once you have compared and contrasted the three (3) designs which one will be used for the project and why? This an essay bullets should not be used. Remember to cite and list all corresponding references, use the correct font size and font type (APA formatting)

You will write your own evaluation research proposal about a specific criminal justice problem. In your proposal, you need to identify the evaluand, explain your evaluation paradigm, and give detailed explanations about your evaluation design and meta-evaluation. Your evaluation proposal will be a minimum of 1500 words, or approximately six pages in length, double spaced, 12 point font, in Times New Roman. The paper should include a title, outline, and a reference page, and should be in conformity with the APA Style Guide. Evaluation Proposal As a final project, you will prepare an evaluation proposal related to any criminal justice issue, criminal justice organization, criminal justice program, or policy. You need to follow the outline below. Your proposal should be 6 pages (excluding references), double space, Times New Roman, 12-point font size, and APA style in your citations and references. Please let me know if you have any question. Racial profiling Traffic stop or pick a topic https://static1.squarespace.com/static/58a33e881b631bc60d4f8b31/t/5bf2d18d562fa747a554f6b0/1542640014294/Policing+Project+Nashville+Report.pdf EVALUATION PROPOSAL OUTLINE 1. EVALUAND IDENTIFICATION 2. EVALUATION PARADIGM 3. EVALUATION DESIGN a. Identifying Stakeholders b. Evaluation Types c. Data Collection Strategies d. Data Analysis e. Writing Report 4. SHARING RESULTS 5. META-EVALUATION 6. PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Some issues to ponder when thinking about the interface between the film you watched in module 1 and the material presented in Chapter 1 of Howell and Griffiths.  Think about the following questions as you begin to explore your own perceptions of where gangs come from and the level of threat they pose to society!  1. What are some of the differences and similarities between today’s street gangs when compared to gangs at the end of the 19th Century and beginning of the 20th century? 2. What conditions in New York City gave rise to street gangs in the 19th century? What types of conditions foster gang proliferation today? How are these conditions similar or different? 3. What were the conditions in the West that fostered the growth of Asian and Hispanic Gangs? 4. What conditions today are factors in the persistence of street gangs across the nation? 5. Are street gangs the only menace that presents challenges for public safety in this nation? You have to use the book: Howell, James C and Griffiths, Elizabeth (2019) gangs in America’s communities (3rd edition) sage publications