Using what you learned from Chapter 5 of the text, choose four (4) theories that you found interesting. For each theory, using the table in the document below, identify the theory’s name, founder, theme, and classification (Classical, Social Learning, Strained, Controlled). Upload your final map once complete.
Refer to the example provided for you in the table below. You may use this document to complete your map.
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Rubric attached map
Here’s a clear example of how you can complete your table with four criminology theories from Chapter 5:
Theory Name
Founder(s)
Theme
Classification
Social Learning Theory
Albert Bandura
People learn criminal behavior through observing and imitating others, especially when those behaviors are rewarded.
Social Learning
Strain Theory
Robert Merton
Crime occurs when individuals experience pressure or strain from not being able to achieve socially accepted goals (like wealth or success).
Strained
Social Control Theory
Travis Hirschi
People commit crimes when their bonds to society (family, school, community) are weak or broken.
Controlled
Differential Association Theory
Edwin Sutherland
Criminal behavior is learned through interactions with others who already engage in crime.
Social Learning
If you want, I can adjust these to match your specific textbook wording or help you pick different theories your instructor might expect.
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