In paragraph format with proper punctuation and citation format (APA), post a response to the following questions in the Module 3 Discussion Forum. This activity is worth 100 points (20 points for a,b,c and 40 points for section d).
How has the debate between classicalism and positivism contributed to the growth of modern day criminology?
Describe the biological school of thought. How has the biological school of thought today improved from the early work of Lombroso, Hooten, and other early biological researchers. Be specific.
Describe the psychological school of thought? How has the psychological theory and research advanced from inception to present day. (specific)?
Which school of thought has received more empirical support? Defend your answers using the evaluation criteria discussed in your course readings.
Read: Akers Ch.8 and 9
Criminological Theories: Introduction and Evaluation
ISBN: 9780190455163
Cullen Ch.3, 4
Criminological Theory: Context and Consequences
ISBN: 9781506387307
Jacoby Ch.27, 28, 29, 30
Classics of Criminology
ISBN: 9781577667360
Social Disorganization Theory Uncovered video https://youtu.be/mV4r7TnAPJo