Chapter 6: Learning Objectives, PowerPoint, Study Guides, and Resources
After reading the textbook, students should be able to identify:
- the socially constructed nature of deviant behavior
- the role of culture and perceptions of norm violation
- the theories of deviance including social control, rational choice, differential association, labeling theory, structural-functionalism, conflict theory, and feminist theory
- the types and amount of crime across all three levels of analysis are addressed.
- the roles and importance of the criminal justice system
Course Objective met:
demonstrate an understanding of the variety of ways in which deviance is socially constructed and the ways in which society attempts to control non-conforming behaviors
Resources:
Chapter PowerPoint: Links to an external site.Use this as a guide with your readings!
Chapter Study Guide: Links to an external site. Important terms to know for the exam!
Student Resources: Links to an external site. Practice Quizzes, Flashcards, and more!