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Criminological Theory
The Essentials
Third Edition
- Stephen G. Tibbetts - California State University, San Bernardino, USA
January 2018 | 304 pages | SAGE Publications, Inc
“I think this book does an absolutely fantastic job at capturing the balance between ‘quality versus quantity’ of coverage.”
—Adam Trahan, University of North Texas
Criminological Theory: The Essentials, Third Edition offers students a brief yet comprehensive overview of classic and contemporary criminologists and their theories. Putting criminological theory in context, acclaimed author Stephen G. Tibbetts examines policy implications brought about by theoretical perspectives to demonstrate to students the practical application of theories to contemporary social problems.
New to the Third Edition:
- A new chapter dedicated entirely to feminist perspectives (Chapter 10) introduces students to feminist models of crime while underscoring the importance of examining the related research.
- Case studies that examine offender motives are now included to help students apply the theories discussed to interesting and memorable examples.
- Policy is now integrated into each section to allow students to see the practical policy implications of each theory.
- Coverage of critical topics has been expanded throughout to introduce students to important issues, such as the influence of employment on criminal behavior, the success of school programs in reducing delinquent behavior, and federal sentencing guidelines in regard to crack versus powder cocaine.
- Statistics, graphs, and tables have all been updated to demonstrate the most recent trends in criminology.
Instructors, sign in at study.sagepub.com/tibbetts3e for a Microsoft Word test bank, Microsoft PowerPoint slides, Lecture notes, and more!
Preface
CHAPTER 1. Introduction to the Book: An Overview of Issues in Criminological Theory
CHAPTER 2. Preclassical and Classical Theories of Crime
CHAPTER 3. Modern Applications of the Classical Perspective: Deterrence, Rational Choice, and Routine Activities or Lifestyle Theories of Crime
CHAPTER 4. Early Positive School Perspectives of Criminality
CHAPTER 5. Modern Biosocial Perspectives of Criminal Behavior
CHAPTER 6. Early Social Structure and Strain Theories of Crime
CHAPTER 7. The Chicago School and Cultural and Subcultural Theories of Crime
CHAPTER 8. Social Process and Learning Theories of Crime
CHAPTER 9. Social Reaction and Critical Models of Crime
CHAPTER 10. Feminist Models of Crime
CHAPTER 11. Life-Course Perspectives of Criminality
CHAPTER 12. Integrated Theoretical Models and New Perspectives of Crime
Glossary
Index
About the Author
Supplements
Instructor Teaching Site
The password-protected Instructor Resource Site includes the following:
- A Microsoft® Word® test bank is available containing multiple choice, true/false, short answer, and essay questions for each chapter. The test bank provides you with a diverse range of pre-written options as well as the opportunity for editing any question and/or inserting your own personalized questions to effectively assess students’ progress and understanding.
- Editable, chapter-specific Microsoft® PowerPoint® slides offer you complete flexibility in easily creating a multimedia presentation for your course. Highlight essential content, features, and artwork from the book.
- Lecture notes summarize key concepts on a chapter-by-chapter basis to help with preparation for lectures and class discussions.
- Sample course syllabi for semester and quarter courses provide suggested models for use when creating the syllabi for your courses.
- EXCLUSIVE! Access to certain full-text SAGE journal articles that have been carefully selected for each chapter. Each article supports and expands on the concepts presented in the chapter.
- Web resources are included for further research and insights.
Student Study Site
The open-access Student Study Site includes the following:
- Mobile-friendly eFlashcards reinforce understanding of key terms and concepts that have been outlined in the chapters.
- Mobile-friendly web quizzes allow for independent assessment of progress made in learning course material.
- EXCLUSIVE! Access to certain full-text SAGE journal articles that have been carefully selected for each chapter. Each article supports and expands on the concepts presented in the chapter.
- Multimedia resources are included for further research and insights.
“I think this book does an absolutely fantastic job at capturing the balance between “quality vs. quantity” of coverage.”
University of North Texas
The case studies in each chapter give students an opportunity to apply critical thinking to the concepts within the text. The case studies offer an in-depth view in applying criminological theories into the lives of actual people. Life application and examples assist students in understanding and retention of educational concepts.
Sociology & Criminology Dept, Cleveland State University
October 29, 2019
Great Text and I can not wait to use this new version in my Criminal Justice Theory course.
Criminal Justice Dept, North Carolina Central Univ
February 22, 2018
