CRIM 104 Lecture 2: Introduction to Anomie Strain Theory
18 May 2016
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Lectu r e 2: in trod u ction to a nomie- s tra in th eory. Can be empirically validated (i. e. through measurement or observations) Can unify a number of competing or conflicting theories. Theory may be good, but may lack the means to measure/observe. Some have been measured only once, or from only one perspective. May appear to have been proven, but not through repeated research. Meta-theories: grand theories that offer wide concepts. Explain why society/evolution works, on a grand scheme. Unit theories: emphasize a particular problems and make testable assertions. Macro theories: broad, and tend to explain the effects of social structure. Micro theories: narrow, and tend to explain the process through which individuals or groups become criminals. Why a group of thing or someone behave in a certain way. Bridging theories: attempt to address the issues of social structure and the process through which individuals become criminal. Norms/expectations are not shared, but rather, interests.
