Northern Essex Community College
Module 2 Content
Review all module materials and expectations carefully before beginning your work.
Module Content
Below are the required materials for this module. These readings, resources, and activities will help you understand the key concepts and prepare you for the module assignments.
Required Materials
- Read: Hassan, S. & Lett, D. (2023). Introduction to criminology. Kwantlen Polytechnic University, Creative Commons. – Chapter 5
- Read: Joyce, P. & Laverick, W. (2020). How do we measure crime? Teach Yourself: Criminology: A Complete Introduction (2nd ed.) Hodder & Stoughton. – NECC Library Access
- Watch: Criminological Theories
- Read: Simulation for Theory Testing and Experimentation: An Example Using Routine Activity Theory and Street Robbery
- Listen: A Brief History of Criminology
- Read: Criminology, Overview – NECC Library Access
- Read: Criminology Theories
- Module Lecture: Where Do Theories Come From?
How to Approach This Content
- Review the materials carefully and take notes as you work through them.
- Focus on the major concepts, examples, or skills connected to the module activities.
- Be prepared to apply what you learned rather than simply summarize the content.
Accessibility Support
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