In this video, Dr. Angela Duckworth discusses the development of self-control in adolescents, the impact of peer influence, and the role parents play in fostering regulation and decision-making. This talk is an excellent resource for teaching social control theory, particularly Hirschi’s focus on internal controls and the role of socializing […]
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Victor Rios’s TED Talk offers a compelling illustration of Hirschi’s social bonds theory, which posits that strong ties to family, school, and community help prevent delinquency. In the talk, Rios shares his journey from gang involvement and incarceration to becoming a scholar and educator, highlighting how caring adults and supportive […]
Tierney, J. (2009). Chapter 6: Control theories. Key perspectives in criminology. McGraw-Hill Education. BMCC students and faculty have free access to this ebook with their CUNYfirst login credentials at https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/bmcc/detail.action?docID=480635
Wickert, C. (2025, July 2). Control theories. In SozTheo: Theories of crime. SozTheo. Retrieved July 17, 2025, from https://soztheo.com/theories-of-crime/control-theories/ Wikipedia+10SozTheo+10SozTheo+10
Podcast from The Criminology Academy Episode 84. Self-Control and Crime with Michael Gottfredson Published October 23, 2023 It’s Episode 84 and for this episode, we are hosting Professor Michael Gottfredson, who is speaking with us about his career as a criminologist, his work on self-control theory and the age-crime curve, and […]
Podcast from The Criminology Academy Episode 113. Traumatic Brain Injuries, Mental Health, and Behavior with Joseph Schwartz Published January 6, 2025 It’s episode 113! In this episode, we speak with Professor Joseph Schwartz about his work on biosocial criminology. Joseph A. Schwartz is an associate professor in the College of Criminology and Criminal […]
This video, Targeting Retaliation, by visual journalist Michael Karas of NorthJersey.com and The Record, offers a powerful real-world case study for teaching social disorganization theory. The documentary follows the Paterson Healing Collective, an anti-violence organization working to reduce retaliatory shootings in Paterson, NJ. Paterson is a city marked by economic […]
Vaughan, L. (2018). Crime and disorder. In Mapping Society: The Spatial Dimensions of Social Cartography. UCL Press. https://ucldigitalpress.co.uk/Book/Article/67/91/5051/
Tierney, J. (2009). Chapter 4: Chicago School. Key perspectives in criminology. McGraw-Hill Education. BMCC students and faculty have free access to this ebook with their CUNYfirst login credentials at ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/bmcc/detail.action?docID=480635
Wickert, C. (2025, July 7). Social disorganization theory (Shaw & McKay). In SozTheo: Theories of crime – Space & surveillance. SozTheo. Retrieved July 17, 2025, from https://soztheo.com/theories-of-crime/space-surveillance/soziale-desorganisation-shaw-mckay/
Podcast from The Criminology Academy Episode 88. General Strain Theory with Robert Agnew Published December 18, 2023 It’s Episode 88 and for this episode, we are hosting Professor Robert Agnew, who is speaking with us about his career as a criminologist, his work on general strain theory, and his thoughts […]
Chad, et al. (2021). Chapter 7: Stress and Strain in Criminal Behavior. Fitting the Facts of Crime: An Invitation to Biopsychosocial Criminology. Temple University Press, 2021. BMCC students and faculty have free access to this ebook with their CUNYfirst login credentials at ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/bmcc/detail.action?docID=28935662
This video features Dr. Robert Agnew explaining General Strain Theory, extending earlier anomie frameworks by Durkheim and Merton. It breaks down the types of strain individuals face—such as goal blockage, removal of positive stimuli, and presentation of negative stimuli—and connects them to negative emotions and potential deviant behavior. Hearing from […]
This PHILO-notes video, What Is Anomie?, offers a clear and concise explanation of Émile Durkheim’s concept of anomie—how rapid social change and weakening norms lead to a state of normlessness. Its simple visuals and straightforward narration make it ideal for introducing or reinforcing key theoretical ideas in class. The short […]
This video on Émile Durkheim is an effective tool for teaching the concept of anomie in class and introducing students to Durkheim. It clearly explains how rapid social change and weakened moral regulation lead to normlessness, a key idea in Durkheim’s theory. The video’s engaging visuals and accessible language help […]
Tierney, J. (2009). Chapter 3: Anomie. Key Perspectives in Criminology. McGraw-Hill Education. BMCC students and faculty have free access to this ebook with their CUNYfirst login credentials at ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/bmcc/detail.action?docID=480635
