Pick one crime, for example drugs and one theory that you think applies best to this crime. Table 7.2 in the textbook has a list of all theories. These theories identify the source of deviance
Part A
This discussion is based on chapter 9
Prompt – A recent report from Stanford University notes that in the United States, 21 percent of all children are in poverty, a poverty rate higher than what prevails in virtually all other rich nations. Which theoretical perspective (functionalism or conflict) will you use to explain poverty in the US.
How to address this prompt:
- Remember this prompt is about stratification –discuss why US society is stratified, focus on income inequality.
- To earn full credit, use poverty among children as an example to discuss stratification in the US society. Discuss main ideas from the theory you are using to explain poverty. For example, if you are using functionalism, use Davis-Moore theory. If you are using conflict theory, focus on exploitative nature of capitalist system and wide gaps in wages of regular workers and the top management. Please note that any claims you make should be based on facts.
Part B
This discussion is based on chapter 7
Below are the top 5 most common crimes in Texas.
- Drugs.
- Theft.
- Aggravated Assault.
- Burglary.
- Robbery.
Prompt: Above is a list of 5 top crimes in Texas. There are several theories of deviance. If you were to explain any one of these crimes, which theory of deviance will you use? Why?
How to address this prompt:
- Pick one crime, for example drugs and one theory that you think applies best to this crime. Table 7.2 in the textbook has a list of all theories. These theories identify the source of deviance.
- Once you decide on a theory, first discuss how this theory approaches deviance in general
- Then talk about specific example
