Differentiate between classical theory and positivist theories
Differentiate between restorative justice and retributive justice. Provide examples
2.Define and discuss the funnel effect. Be sure to include its effect on delinquency
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Compare and contrast the UCR and the NCVS
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Discuss juvenile self-report surveys, compare them to official statistics
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Discuss the importance of the refuge period
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Discuss the child savers—who were they and what was their philosophy?
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Compare and contrast the juvenile rights period with the juvenile court period
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Discuss the Gault decision and the ramifications of the decision on the juvenile justice system
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Discuss the provisions of the Uniform Juvenile Court Act.
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Differentiate between classical theory and positivist theories
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Discuss the two theories that exist to explain the purpose of the law
12.Discuss whether any single theory provides a complete explanation?
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Differentiate between the function of punishment according to the Durkheimian and Marxist perspectives
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Discuss the two competing world views that have existed over the centuries. What are the important concepts of each view?
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Discuss the key aspects of adolescent development
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Differentiate between the five risk factors
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Discuss the characteristics of a healthy family
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Discuss the three developmental pathways to delinquency to include the behaviors associated with each
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Discuss the two most serious consequences for children who live in poverty
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Differentiate between the three levels of child maltreatment
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Compare and contrast federal and state child neglect and abuse laws
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Discuss the cycle of violence. Provide an example
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Differentiate between serious, chronic, and violence delinquents
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Discuss predictors of youth violence
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Discuss status offenses. Should status offenses be decriminalized? Justify your answer.