Discussion Board Module 3 - Criminological Theory Meme & Analysis Troy Discussion Board: Criminological Theory Meme & Analysis Objective: Demonstrate what you learned this module from the materials assigned.

Part A

Discussion Board Module 3 - Criminological Theory Meme & Analysis Troy

Discussion Board: Criminological Theory Meme & Analysis

Objective:

Demonstrate what you learned this module from the materials assigned. Find an existing meme or create an original one that reflects one of this week's theories of why people commit crime. You can select from Classical and Neoclassical theory, as well as Positivist (Biological) and psychological theories that we have addressed through class readings and PowerPoint slides. Be creative with the meme!

EXAMPLE: 

Meme Idea: A picture of the painter Bob Ross.

Text/Concept: Bob Ross was clearly a person with atavistic anomalies. His hair is covering pronounced brow ridges. His beard is covering a deformed jaw, too. This is what Lombroso asserts in early Biological Positivism theory.

EXAMPLE: 

The Writing Prompt

Don't just post the meme—prove the social science behind it. Below your image, you must write a short paragraph (4–6 sentences) analyzing your chosen theory using the academic concepts from this week's material.

To earn full credit, your written analysis must explicitly include the following:

1. Identify the Source: Explicitly reference whether your chosen theory is discussed in Barkan - Chapter 5 or Chapter 6.
2. Use Key Terminology: Incorporate at least two specific scientific terms or themes unique to that theory (e.g., atavistic anomalies, somatotyping, rational choice, deterrence, id/ego/superego, biosocial criminology, or phrenology).
3. Connect to the "Why": Briefly explain how this specific school of thought answers the core social science question: Why do individuals engage in criminal behavior?

Note: The concepts, terminology, and themes present throughout this discussion will appear on your upcoming Reading Quiz and Final Exam.

Remember to review the Discussion Board Protocol and Class Etiquette in the Welcome Module. 

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Part B 300 words

Compare and contrast the Lowell Police Department and the Indio Police Department's approach to community policing.

Part C 300 words

M3,DB3: The Fall

Introduction
Consider Genesis, Chapter 3 (found in Module Three/Lectures and Activities) concerning the "fall of humanity." According to this passage, Adam and Eve were told that they could eat from any plant in the garden with the exception of the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil. They were warned that they would die if they ate of that tree. One day, Adam and Eve are walking in the garden and are tempted by the evil one (who had possessed the body of a serpent) who said that God had lied to them and that they would not die but would become like God...knowing all things. Long story short, they ate and were then banned from eating from the Tree of Life (which they could eat from freely before they disobeyed God.)

The Prompt

Banning Adam and Eve from the Tree of Life after they had eaten from the Tree of Knowledge is usually thought of as a punishment. Keeping in mind that it was the Tree of Knowledge of both Good and Evil, can you see any way that the subsequent ban on the Tree of Life could also have been a gift? You might also keep in mind that not all warnings are threats.

Specifications
Post your opening response to the question early in the assignment period so that others have time to respond to you.

A thoughtful opening response will consider

• An explanation of how the ban might be seen as a punishment.
• An explanation of how the ban might also be seen as a gift, if you believe that is a valid concept.
• You may also want to share other thoughts you have concerning the "fall of humanity," although it is not a requirement.