Criminology Theories in a Song
Copy and paste lyrics from a single song and highlight parts of this song and identify concepts from criminological theories we have discussed so far (availabe in attached file)
Please go over Part 2 only (see attachment). Read the question very carefully. Both instructions/directions and rubric are available in the attached file specifically, in Part 2 section. You can view the different theories listed in Part 3. Let me know if any questions arise whether regarding the question itself or criminological theories.
| Part 2 | Total (10 points) |
| Accurate Identification of Theory and Scholar | (4) Student correctly identified theories and scholars |
| Theory Justification | (4) Student provides an accurate and strong justification for selecting each theory and scholar |
| Number of Comments | (2) Student includes an appropriate number of comments for their song (roughly 7-10 comments) |
Answer preview
Various artists have used music as a media for conveying their feelings and views concerning problems in society. In some genres like rap and hip hop, the message depicted in some of the songs tends to endorse crime (Kubrin, 2005). However, this has typically an adverse effect on listeners, mostly the young people, since they follow what the musicians promote through their songs. Instructors have identified a unique way of helping students…
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