CJA 431 SIGNATURE ASSIGNMENT
Instructions: There are four short answer essays in this signature assignment Each is worth 4 points apiece. For each short essay, the instructor has given a recommended length. Please adhere to this length. This assignment should not exceed two single-spaced pages. You should answer each question directly on this document below the questions. When you have completed the assignment, upload it to the Bb assignment link.
Program Learning Outcome for CJA 431 Criminology:
Apply biological, psychological, sociological, and economic explanations for criminal behavior from a variety of disciplines.
Question #1 (Tests course learning outline—Biological): 3 points
What are the central concepts of the Classical school of criminology as contrasted to the Positivist Schools
Question #2 (Tests course learning outcome—Psychological): 3 points
Apply psychological explanations for criminal behavior from a variety of disciplines.
In one paragraph, explain Kohlberg’s Moral Development Theory
Question #3 (Tests course learning outcome—Sociological): 3 points
Understand sociological explanations of delinquent and criminal behavior
In one paragraph, compare and contrast Robert Merton’s Strain Theory to Sutherland’s Differential Association Theory.
Question #4 (Tests course learning outcome—Economic): 3 points
Apply economic explanations for criminal behavior from a variety of disciplines.
In one short paragraph, explain Rational Choice Theory.
