Distinguish between crime as a social and sociological problem. To what extent should sociologist attempt to combat social problem of crime?
1.No introduction
There are two parts to this essay :
The first part:
Distinguish between crime as a social and sociological problem.
Get a textbook direct quotation from the book on what social problem of crime is ( 4-5 lines) in text reference it, paraphrase it on what the author meant, give examples, done
Do the same thing with the sociological problem.
The second part:
To what extent should sociologist attempt to combat social problem of crime?
The structure of the Essay:
1. Discuss the model of society by Durkheim.
2. Discuss two different group of sociologist
Group 1 : Sociologist should attempt to combat social problem of crime
Robert Merton- must include him
Use connection to criminology ( research criminologist )
Anomie and social change
Mechanic solidarity
Organic Solidarity Industrialisation
Remember the graph from his PP on social change with anomie? Why did the crime rate stay high and did not go down after industrialisation?
Group 2: Sociologist should not attempt to combat social problem of crime
Howard Becker ( book Outsiders on moodle) , must include him
William Chambliss: The Saints and Roughnecks
Bittner on policing
Peter said to not be constrained by this outline, if you think you found something relevant add it in. Also he said we can base everything on textbooks, e-books and journals.
3. Discussion
Discuss arguments for and against, like trial in court, it is crucial to present both sides, even if you think only one side is valid, both sides of the argument = more points. Substantial part.
4. Conclusion
After the debate answer the question, to what extent sociologist should combat the social problem of crime? This is the direct question and requires direct answer.
2 points that needs to be covered in the conclusion :
a) Answer to the question
b) Explanation why ( reason and argument )
The second part of the essay should tale 75%
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