CRJS 2001 Walden University Week 2 Does Deviance Belong in Society Discussion Learning Resources REQUIRED RESOURCES Readings Curra, J. O. (2016). The relat

CRJS 2001 Walden University Week 2 Does Deviance Belong in Society Discussion Learning Resources
REQUIRED RESOURCES
Readings
Curra, J. O. (2016). The relativity of deviance (4th ed.). Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage Publications.
Chapter 1, “The Dynamic Nature of Deviance” (pp. 1–39)
The Relativity of Deviance, 4th Edition by Curra, J. Copyright 2016 by Sage College. Reprinted by permission of Sage College via the Copyright Clearance Center.

Curra, J. O. (2016). The relativity of deviance (4th ed.). Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage Publications.
Chapter 2, “Being Deviant” (pp. 40–77)
The Relativity of Deviance, 4th Edition by Curra, J. Copyright 2016 by Sage College. Reprinted by permission of Sage College via the Copyright Clearance Center.

Curra, J. O. (2016). The relativity of deviance (4th ed.). Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage Publications.
Chapter 3, “Power, Social Networks, and Organizational Deviance” (pp. 78–95 and 108–111)
The Relativity of Deviance, 4th Edition by Curra, J. Copyright 2016 by Sage College. Reprinted by permission of Sage College via the Copyright Clearance Center.

Edwards, M. A. (2006). Law and the parameters of acceptable deviance. Journal of Criminal Law & Criminology, 97(1), 49–100.

Discussion: Does Deviance Belong in Society?

To discuss whether certain behaviors are deviant—that is, straying from an acceptable norm—may imply that there is a clear arbiter of “normal.” But is human society that rigid? Or is society’s perception of “normal” fluid and more like a continuum? If deviant is a malleable term, then so too may be normal—so what would it mean to try to actually eliminate deviance?

In this Discussion, you consider the plausibility and implications of eliminating deviance, and perhaps thereby eliminating crime.

BY DAY 3 OF WEEK 2

Post:

Is elimination of deviance a necessary, plausible, or ethical pursuit?
Is the prevention of crime possible?
BY DAY 5 OF WEEK 2

Respond to two colleagues:

Choose a response that is different from your own.
Explain how your colleague’s position has changed your perception or understanding.
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Post by Day 3 of Week 2 and Respond by Day 5 of Week 2
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Assignment: Distinguishing Between Crime and Deviance

Over the first 2 weeks of this course, through the Learning Resources and Discussions, you have focused on distinguishing between crime and deviance, along with how time and context may change the way these two phenomena are perceived. In this Assignment, you write a paper that provides the opportunity for you to demonstrate your understanding of these concepts and how they are related.

BY DAY 7 OF WEEK 2

Submit a 1,000 to 1,500-word paper in which you address the following:

Provide the formal definitions of deviance and criminality. How might the characteristics and qualifications of deviance differ based on context? Use an example to illustrate your point. (250–300 words)
Explain how the following predictors factor into crime and/or deviance: age, sex or gender, and economic status. (250–300 words)
Explain how definitions of deviance and crime are applied in contemporary society compared to 25 and 50 years ago. Use specific examples. (250–300 words)
Explain why society accepts the criminalization of certain behaviors but not of others. Explain why the perception of deviance or criminality may not be equally applied. (For example, how does wealth or status affect society’s perspective on this issue?) (300 words)
Identify one crime and one behavior that are currently considered deviant. Explain how, as a law enforcement professional, you would address each of these now and how you would have addressed them 25 years ago. Support your explanation by referencing the reading in this week. (250–300 words)
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