Overview
In this assignment, you assume the role of a state crime analyst. You have been asked to research and analyze demographic and crime trend data from two U.S. cities based on the size of their population. The data collected from your research will be organized into tables and your analysis of the data will be compiled into a three-page report that you will use to share your conclusions with local city officials.
Your collected data and the report will be done in a template (provided below). The template will guide you through the tables and report, but also be sure to read the assignment instructions carefully and preview the rubric before you begin.
Preparation
Resources
Use these resources to research your data and report:
- Strayer library’s Criminal Justice and Law page, part of Statistics, Surveys and Government Resources site.
- The Strayer library’s online research portal.
- The FBI’s Uniform Crime ReportingLinks to an external site..
- This short videoLinks to an external site. (5:45) on navigating within the FBI’s Uniform Crime Reporting database shows you step-by-step how to locate some of the information you need for this assignment.
- U.S. Bureau of Justice Statistics’ National Crime Victimization Survey (NCVS)Links to an external site..
- U.S. Census BureauLinks to an external site..
Submission
Download the Week 9 Assignment Template (linked in the Instructions). You will submit the completed template in the assignment area. Remember, your data and your report should both be completed in the template document.
Be sure to review the rubric and proofread your work before submitting it for a grade.
This sample PDF and video will also help you complete your work:
- Sample Week 9 Assignment Crime Trend Analysis [PDF] Download Sample Week 9 Assignment Crime Trend Analysis [PDF]. Note: This sample is for reference only and none of the data provided within should be used in your original assignment submission.
- Watch this video for additional guidance on completing this assignment.
Choose Your Cities
Choose the two cities you want to analyze. Select one U.S. city from each column based on population:
U.S. Cities with a population of more than 1 million peopleU.S. Cities with a population of fewer than 500,000 peopleNew York, NYOmaha, NELos Angeles, CARaleigh, NCDallas, TXMiami, FLPhiladelphia, PAMinneapolis, MNChicago, ILOakland, CAHouston, TXTulsa, OKPhoenix, AZWichita, KS
Instructions
Use the Week 9 Assignment Template [DOCX] Download Week 9 Assignment Template [DOCX]to complete the following:
- Identify accurate demographic data across six categories for the two cities you selected.
- Select your cities from the table provided.
- Complete the crime trend data chart for three violent crimes in your selected city with a population of more than one million, providing accurate, relevant information.
- Complete the crime trend data chart for three violent crimes in your selected city with a population of fewer than 500,000, providing accurate, relevant information.
- Complete the crime trend data chart for three property crimes in your selected city with a population of more than one million, providing accurate, relevant information.
- Complete the crime trend data chart for three property crimes in your selected city with a population of fewer than 500,000, providing accurate, relevant information.
- Analyze the demographic and crime trend data in a three-page report by comparing the data and determining three conclusions that could help inform local officials.
- Your analysis should be in-depth, accurate, and well supported by the evidence.
- The report must include a cover page and a source list. These do not count toward the three-page total.
- Use at least three sources to support your writing. Choose sources that are credible, relevant, and appropriate. You may include your textbook. Cite each source at least once within your assignment. For help with research, writing, and citation, access the library or review library guides.
This course requires the use of the Strayer Writing Standards (SWS). The library is your home for SWS assistance, including citations and formatting. Please refer to the Library site for all support. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.
The specific course learning outcome associated with this assignment is:
- Analyze the correlation between crime patterns and demographics, such as gender, age, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status.