CRJS 6200 – Risk Assessment, Preparedness, and Disaster Mitigation* (5

Victimology is the study of victims of crime and their experience with the criminal justice system. CRJS 6203 Course examines victimization, its impact on the lives of victims, and how society responds to victims. Students will learn about different types of victimization, how to assess risk factors for victimization, and how to develop policies and programs to prevent victimization and assist victims.

CRJS 6203 – Victimology* (5 credits) CRJS 6203 Course is an in-depth study of the victim in a criminal justice context. Topics include victimization patterns, trends, and consequences; crime-related behaviors that increase victimization risk; victims’ response to victimization; the role of police and the courts in assisting victims; and victims’ rights and services. Students are expected to use critical thinking skills to analyze case studies, scholarly research articles, current news stories, and other sources in this class.

The Victimology CRJS 6203 Course is required for students pursuing a certificate in Victimology, which is offered by the School of Criminal Justice at the University of Cincinnati. The CRJS 6203 Course is also available as an elective to other students at the university. The class is offered both online and on campus.

*This is not an exhaustive list. Other schools may offer CRJS 6203 Course as well.

The CRJS 6203 Course provides a comprehensive overview of victimology, with special attention to victims in the criminal justice system. The CRJS 6203 Course covers victimology as a field of study, examining victims’ rights and victim assistance programs, as well as the sociological and psychological effects of victimization.

CRJS 6203 Course is designed to give students a comprehensive overview of victimology. The CRJS 6203 Course will cover victimization in its various forms and explore how this phenomenon affects both the individual and society at large. Topics of discussion will include: crime typologies, victim demographics, impact of victimization, psychological effects of victimization, the criminal justice response to victims, and victim assistance programs. Throughout the CRJS 6203 Course, students will be encouraged to apply critical thinking skills to analyze various case studies.

• Admission to the MS in Criminal Justice Program or instructor permission

*Students who have taken CRJS 6203 at the undergraduate level may not register for CRJS 6203 Course.

CRJS 6203 Course Pre-requisites for CRJS 6205 – Theories of Crime* (5 credits) (CRJS 6205)

• Admission to the MS in Criminal Justice Program or instructor permission.

• CRJS 6201 – The Nature and Extent of Crime (5 credits) (CRJS 6201) or instructor permission.

CRJS 6203 Course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of victimology and its impact on the criminal justice system. Students will examine the psychological and physical effects of victimization, as well as how these effects influence victims’ interactions with the criminal justice system. The CRJS 6203 Course will also explore how different types of victimization can impact different types of victims in different ways.

Students will be able to:

*CRJS 6203 Course is not yet approved for Core Curriculum credit.

CRJS 6203 Course Assessment & Grading Criteria for CRJS 6203 – Victimology* (5 credits) You must complete the following assignments. The percentages below indicate the percentage of your grade determined by each assignment. 1. To complete CRJS 6203 Course, you must do all the required reading, participate in the discussion board, complete all assessments, and participate in a group research project. This includes completing the research proposal and research paper during weeks 7 and 8. The purpose of CRJS 6203 Course is to provide students with an overview of victimology by first examining victimization across populations and then exploring different types of victimization such as domestic violence, hate crimes, child abuse and sexual assault. Our understanding of these crimes will be guided by examining how victims are identified by police and then how they interact with criminal justice agencies. Students will be expected to apply theory to actual cases in their own lives as well as the news in order to enhance their understanding of victimology. 2. Discussion Board

CRJS 6203 – Victimology (5 credits) CRJS 6203 Course Assessment & Grading Criteria for CRJS 6203 – Victimology* (5 credits) You must complete the following assignments. The percentages below indicate the percentage of your grade determined by each assignment: 1. To complete CRJS 6203 Course, you must do all the required reading, participate in the discussion board, complete all assessments, and participate in a group research project. This includes completing the research proposal and research paper during weeks 7 and 8.

The purpose of CRJS 6203 Course is to provide students with an overview of victimology by first examining victimization across populations and then exploring different types of victimization such as domestic violence, hate crimes, child abuse and sexual assault. Our understanding of these crimes will be guided by examining how victims are identified by police and then how they interact with criminal justice agencies. Students will be expected to apply theory to actual cases in their own lives as well as the news in order to enhance their understanding of victimology.

2. Discussion Board: You will be expected to post at least twice per week; once on a topic related to your readings for that week and once responding to another student’s post or posts on that same topic (25% weighted grade). 3. Two exams (worth 25% each) 4.. Research Proposal: 4-6 pages (15% weighted grade). Due Week 7 5.. Research Paper: 10-12 pages with cover page & reference page (30% weighted grade). Due Week 8 *Please note that if any one assignment is more than two weeks late it will not be accepted for credit unless prior arrangements have been made with your instructor .

|**CRJS 6203 Course Name**|CRJS 6203 – Victimology* (5 credits)|
|:————-|:———————————-|
|**Credit Hours**|5 |
|**Description**||
CRJS 6203 Course explores the psychological, physical, and financial impact of victimization on individuals, families, and communities. Topics include the definition of a victim; characteristics of victims; types of victimization (e.g., homicide, robbery, assault, rape, child abuse, domestic violence, hate crimes); the criminal justice response to victims; and victim assistance programs.

*This is a online/hybrid CRJS 6203 Course*

CRJS 6203 Course is delivered in the following delivery modes. Students are required to attend classes and complete all assignments, activities and assessments in one of the following delivery modes:

Classroom delivery – attendance in person at scheduled classes is required. Schedule information will be available prior to registration through myUNSW (https://my.unsw.edu.au/). Virtual Classroom delivery – a combination of synchronous and asynchronous activities including live virtual classrooms, multimedia lectures, tutorials, peer learning groups and forum discussions as well as independent study is required. Virtual classroom sessions are scheduled using UNSW Sydney Time Zone. Virtual Classroom delivery sessions will be recorded for review after the session has concluded by students who cannot attend due to time zone or other reasons. These recordings will not be made available to other students or staff but may be subject to disclosure under Australian law in response to a court order or subpoena issued by a court with relevant jurisdiction over UNSW Sydney. Web-based delivery – includes primarily asynchronous activities such as reading materials, video lectures, multimedia presentations and forums with moderate interaction between teacher and student via online discussion boards; synchronous elements may also be included if appropriate for successful completion of the unit of study such as online quizzes and tests, webinars or optional face-to-face workshops; some independent study may also be required. It is expected that there will be at least one face-to-face component during the semester, typically either an orientation session held on campus or an exam held at an external venue (i.e. HSC Centre) but this may not be possible due to the COVID pandemic and UNSW policies regarding social distancing restrictions which will apply at the time of the unit of study being offered; students will be advised if any change to delivery is proposed when making unit selection for 2021 enrolment and again prior to commencement of each semester in 2021 as policies regarding COVID social distancing restrictions may change during 2021 in response to public health advice from state/territory health authorities as well as Australian federal government policy; an additional 100 hours approx of independent study is expected with this mode of delivery; this includes preparation for and participation in online activities such as reading materials, video lectures, multimedia presentations, discussion boards, practical work where appropriate including writing assignments that have been set by teaching staff based on material covered throughout the semester including lectures and tutorials delivered via recorded videos. Blended delivery – a combination of classroom-based learning experiences with additional online learning experiences that are developed around content requirements including basic academic literacy/numeracy skills development; attendance on campus is required at specific times set out by teaching staff while additional independent study is also required; there may also be a combination of synchronous and asynchronous online learning experiences such as live virtual classrooms, multimedia lectures, tutorials, peer learning groups and forum discussions as well as independent study; some independent study may also be required; it is expected that there will be at least one face-to-face component during the semester but this may not be possible due to COVID pandemic and UNSW policies regarding social distancing restrictions which will apply at the time of unit being offered; students will be advised if any change to delivery mode is proposed when making unit selection for 2021 enrolment and again prior to commencement of each semester in 2021 as policies regarding COVID social distancing restrictions may change during 2021 in response to public health advice from state/territory health authorities as well as Australian federal government policy; an additional 100 hours approx of independent study is expected with this mode of delivery; this includes preparation for and participation in online activities such as reading materials, video lectures, multimedia presentations, discussion boards, practical work where appropriate including writing assignments that have been set by teaching staff based on material covered throughout the semester including lectures delivered via recorded videos. The blended learning approach used by UNSW involves a combination of face-to-face tuition combined with weekly technology assisted online seminars/lectures where students can interact directly with their lecturer(s) via audio visual link up (Skype). Students are expected to participate in technology assisted seminars/lectures but they are not compulsory unless otherwise specified (eg exams). If you cannot make it into class on a particular day then you must take responsibility for viewing/catching up on your class lecture/seminar via web resources provided by your lecturer(s). You should note however that class material received through technology assisted seminars/lectures cannot replace direct engagement with your lecturer(s) or classmates on campus or actual attendance at classes when you do have access to them due issues concerning copyright compliance issues surrounding lecture notes etc (i.e lecture notes cannot just simply be posted online). Face-to-Face Workshops – these are typically conducted off campus but sometimes they are conducted within seminar rooms at various locations across campus (see schedule below); these include hands on practical workshops focused on developing student knowledge about victimology research methods – data collection techniques such CRJS 6203 Course participants can utilize themselves within their own future victimology research projects; evidence based practice training workshops – some workshops focus on actual case scenarios so participants can see how victimology research findings can inform practice decisions related specifically related cases involving child sexual abuse victims within child protection services agencies etc; other workshops focus directly on discussing actual research findings derived from completed victimology research projects conducted either by UNSW academics themselves or other researchers outside UNSW so students can gain insight into how applied victimology research findings actually help practitioners achieve positive outcomes for vulnerable clients like child sexual abuse victims etc.; some workshops focus specifically on providing participants with training related specific assessment instruments used within specific fields like psychometric testing instruments designed specifically help clinicians measure risk levels associated with reoffending behaviours amongst sex offenders so they can better identify high risk sex offenders early therefore preventing them from offending against new victims previously unknown them before etc.,

* Please Note: Where changes occur between now & Semester 1 Commencement date relating to CRJS 6203 – Victimology which might impact upon delivery modes listed above then they will appear here first http://www2.arts.unsw.edu.au/crjs6203/. Students enrolled already should check here periodically & especially prior commencing each semester if there have been any changes since their original enrolment which might impact upon their chosen Delivery Mode option

*The faculty qualifications for CRJS 6203 Course meet the requirements for this specialty area for the Online Master of Science in Criminal Justice.

Instructor: Lesley A. Jacobs, Ph.D. in Sociology and M.S.W.

In her Ph.D., Dr. Jacobs studied violent death and family bereavement, with a focus on homicide survivors and suicide loss survivors, as well as the ways in which mental health professionals can best serve these populations of grieving individuals and families (her dissertation was titled “Violent Death Grief Among Widows of Homicide Victims”). Her Master’s Degree in Social Work focused on clinical social work practice with children, adolescents, families and adults with severe emotional disturbance in an outpatient clinic setting (including substance abuse treatment). Dr. Jacobs has authored and co-authored several book chapters on violence against women, sexual assault, victimization experiences of various groups of people, how to best support victims through the criminal justice process, etc., has presented at numerous conferences (national and international), and has worked as a Clinical Social Worker in Child Mental Health Services for 15 years prior to entering academia full time (10 years working as an independent contractor providing individual therapy services to children aged 5-17 years old; 4 years as a Clinical Therapist working within an intensive day treatment program). She also spent 2 years working as a Child Protection Specialist/Child Sexual Abuse Investigator for DCF Child Protective Services in Florida (she completed all required training CRJS 6203 Courses required by Florida State Statutes to perform the duties required by DCF CPS; including the 40 hour mandatory training CRJS 6203 Course required by Chapter 39 of the Florida Statutes). Her scholarly interests include victimology and victim assistance/support; grief counseling; child welfare issues; child abuse/neglect/maltreatment; child development issues; child mental health issues; adolescent delinquency issues; intimate partner violence/domestic violence; youth gangs/gang violence; and mass casualty incidents (e.g., terrorism incidents) such as school shootings/mass school shootings – including prevention strategies related to such events given that they are increasingly common within our society today and pose a major public safety concern that requires urgent attention given their frequency of occurrence.

CRJS 6203 Course Description: Victimology is a new and rapidly growing field in the criminal justice discipline. CRJS 6203 Course is designed to examine how victimology has developed as an academic field, what the major problems are within victimology, and the role that victimologists play in the field of criminal justice. Students will have an opportunity to explore victimization issues such as rape, robbery, domestic violence, stalking, hate crimes, and other forms of victimization. The impact of victimization on victims will also be examined.

Learning Outcomes: Upon successful completion of CRJS 6203 Course, students will be able to: 1. Understand the development of victimology as an academic discipline; 2. Understand the major problems associated with victimization; 3. Understand the role that victimologists play in the field of criminal justice; 4. Understand how victims are impacted by victimization; and 5. Understand how different types of victimization affect victims.

Required Textbook(s):

Siegel, L., & Worrall, J. (2011). Essentials of criminal justice (7th ed.). Belmont, CA: Thomson Wadsworth.

ISBN-13: 978-0-495-91275-4

ISBN-10: 0-495-91275-1

1. Crime Victims: An Introduction to Victimology by Andrew Karmen

2. The Justice Paradox: The Limitations and Possibilities of the Criminal Justice System by Katherine Bucholtz

3. The Myth of the Broken Window: How We Invent Crime and Punish the Innocent by Bernard Harcourt

4. The New Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness by Michelle Alexander

Format: Journal – posted in Blackboard Assignment Folder

CRJS 6203 Course Description: CRJS 6203 Course is an in-depth examination of victimology and the rights and needs of victims of crime. The major theories, perspectives, and issues of victimization will be explored. Current and emerging trends in victimology research and policy will also be discussed. CRJS 6203 Course satisfies the advanced elective requirement for both the B.A. in Criminal Justice Studies and the B.S. in Forensic Science programs. It also satisfies a social science elective requirement for the M.A., M.S., and Ph.D. programs within the School of Criminology and Criminal Justice at Arizona State University (ASU).

CRJS 6203 Course Goals: The goal of this class is to provide students with a critical understanding of victimization theory, research, policy, practice, and law; as well as current issues in victimology that reflect societal changes such as increased diversity among victims (e.g., gender, sexual orientation, race/ethnicity), aging population, technology/cybercrimes, etc.; as well as how different theoretical perspectives can inform our understanding of victimization and how to respond to it; how to apply what we learn about victims in this class to real-world applications;…

Textbook (required):
* Copes, H., & Henson, B. (2017). Victimology: Theories and applications. Routledge.

Suggested Websites:
* National Center for Victims of Crime (https://victimsofcrime.org/)
* American Society of Victimology (http://www.victimology.org/)
* Office for Victims of Crime (https://ovc.ojp.gov/)

*Note: CRJS 6203 Course proposal is a theoretical/conceptual framework for the development of a graduate-level, online CRJS 6203 Course in Victimology.

CRJS 6203 Course will focus on the study of victimization, including its causes and consequences. We will examine different types of victimization, including physical and sexual violence, robbery and burglary, fraud and identity theft, hate crimes, and terrorism. We will also explore the psychological impact of victimization, as well as the societal response to victims.

CRJS 6203 Course is an opportunity for the student to apply what they have learned in the classroom to a real-world setting. Students are placed with a Victim Witness Coordinator in a District Attorney’s Office or comparable setting, where they will observe and participate in the day-to-day workings of victim services. Students will be required to keep a journal documenting their experiences as well as write an essay about what they learned from the placement. CRJS 6203 Course is graded pass/fail. Prerequisite: Successful completion of CRJS 6203 – Victimology.

CRJS 6201 – Criminology

CRJS 6202 – Criminal Procedure and the Bill of Rights

Students will take a proctored midterm exam during the semester. The midterm exam is not cumulative, but will focus on material covered since the last exam.

Students will have 2 hours to complete the proctored midterm exam.

Top 100 AI-Generated Questions

1. What are the different types of victimization?
2. How does victimization impact individuals and society?
3. What are the different theories explaining victimization?
4. How can we prevent victimization?
5. What are the different types of victims?
6. Who is most likely to be victimized?
7. How do victims cope with victimization?
8. What are the long-term effects of victimization?
9. What are the consequences of being a victim?
10. What are some ways to help victims of crime?

What Should Students Expect to Be Tested from CRJS 6203 Course Midterm Exam

Some possible topics that could be covered on the midterm exam for CRJS 6203 – Victimology include:

-Theories of victimization
-Risk factors for victimization
-The impact of victimization
-Types of victimization
-Victimology and the criminal justice system

How to Prepare for CRJS 6203 Course Midterm Exam

In order to prepare for your CRJS 6203 Course midterm exam, we recommend that you review the following materials:

• The CRJS 6203 Course syllabus

• The lecture slides

• The readings assigned for each week of the CRJS 6203 Course

• Any additional materials provided by your instructor

Midterm Exam Questions Generated from Top 100 Pages on Bing

1. What are the three types of victimization?
2. How does victimization affect society?
3. What are the four types of violence?
4. How can we prevent victimization?

Midterm Exam Questions Generated from Top 100 Pages on Google

+
+The midterm exam will consist of 100 multiple-choice questions, each worth one point. The examination will be closed book and closed notes. No electronic devices are permitted during the examination. Cell phones should be turned off completely and stored away during the examination. You may use a non-programmable calculator during the examination.
+
+*Note: These questions were created based on a search for CRJS 6203 – Victimology on Google as of July 16, 2020. The search results may change over time, so the questions may not accurately reflect CRJS 6203 Course content in the future.

In order to receive credit for CRJS 6203, you must successfully complete the final examination. The final examination for CRJS 6203 Course must be taken online with an AU approved invigilator at an approved invigilation centre. It is your responsibility to ensure your chosen invigilation centre can accommodate online exams. For a list of invigilators that are available to administer the examination for CRJS 6203 Course, please visit the Exam Invigilation Network.

To learn more about assignments and examinations, please refer to Athabasca University’s online Calendar.

*If you take CRJS 6203 Course through AU Press, please note that a small portion of the exam will test your understanding of some concepts from chapters 12–14 in Victimology: Legal, Psychological, and Social Dimensions (4th ed.). You will not be tested on these concepts in any other way and no additional readings will be required.

Top 100 AI-Generated Questions

1. What is a victim?
2. What are the different types of victims?
3. Who can be a victim?
4. How does someone become a victim?
5. What are the consequences of being a victim?
6. How can we help victims?
7. What are some organizations that help victims?
8. What are some things we can do to prevent victimization?
9. What are some signs that someone may be a victim?
10. How can we support victims after they have been victimized?

What Should Students Expect to Be Tested from CRJS 6203 Course Final Exam

The CRJS 6203 Course Final Exam for CRJS 6203 – Victimology (5 credits) will cover the following topics:

1. The definition of victimology and its importance in the criminal justice field
2. The history of victimology and how it has evolved over time
3. The different types of victimization, including physical, sexual, psychological, and financial victimization
4. The impact of victimization on victims, including the physical, emotional, and psychological effects
5. The factors that increase the risk of victimization, including age, gender, race, socioeconomic status, and lifestyle choices
6. The role of the media in victimization, including how the media can influence public perception of victims and victimization
7. The role of the criminal justice system in victimization, including how the system can protect victims and hold offenders accountable

How to Prepare for CRJS 6203 Course Final Exam

1. Review the CRJS 6203 Course syllabus and identify the topics that will be covered on the final exam.

2. Review your CRJS 6203 Course notes and identify any areas that you need to review further.

3. Use your textbook and other resources to review the topics covered in class.

4. Develop a study plan and make sure to allow enough time to review all of the material before the exam.

5. On the day of the exam, make sure to get a good night’s sleep and eat a healthy breakfast to help you focus.

Final Exam Questions Generated from Top 100 Pages on Bing

**

1. What is victimology?
2. What are the goals of victimology?
3. What are the main theoretical approaches to victimology?
4. How does victimology relate to criminology?
5. What are the main types of victimization?
6. Who are the typical victims of crime?
7. What are the risk factors for victimization?
8. How does victimization impact victims?
9. What are the main challenges faced by victims of crime?
10. What can be done to prevent victimization?

Final Exam Questions Generated from Top 100 Pages on Google

1. What is victimology?
2. What are the three main types of victimization?
3. What are the four main goals of victimology?
4. How can victimology be used to help victims of crime?
5. What are some of the challenges faced by victims of crime?

CRJS 6203 Week 1 Description

The CRJS 6203 Course will provide an overview of the field of victimology. The students will be introduced to the history and development of victimology as a field of study. The students will learn about different types of victimization, including physical, sexual, and psychological abuse. The students will also learn about the impact of victimization on the lives of victims and their families.

CRJS 6203 Week 1 Outline

*CRJS 6203 Course is not being offered this semester
**CRJS 6203 Course is offered entirely online.**

There are no required meetings or proctored exams for this class.

## CRJS 6203 Course Description
An examination of the victim in the criminal justice system with a focus on the interaction of victims and criminal justice professionals. The CRJS 6203 Course will examine the definition of victim, typologies of victimization, impact of victimization, characteristics of vulnerable populations, and issues related to rights and services for victims.

## Learning Outcomes
– Understand what is meant by the term “victim” in the context of the criminal justice system.
– Understand different types of victimization, including but not limited to: physical, sexual, financial, and emotional abuse; stalking; cyberstalking; hate crimes; human trafficking; domestic violence; child abuse and neglect; and elder abuse.
– Understand how victimization can impact an individual’s physical and mental health, as well as their overall well-being.
– Understand characteristics of vulnerable populations that may make them more likely to be victimized.
– Understand issues related to rights and services for victims, including but not limited to: the role of victim advocates; barriers to reporting victimization and accessing services; and challenges faced by underserved populations.

## CRJS 6203 Course Materials
The required textbook for CRJS 6203 Course is:
Friedland, L., & Sacco, V. F. (2018). Victimology: Theories and applications (4th ed.). Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage Publications.
ISBN: 978-1-5063-6827-9 (pbk); 978-1-5063-6828-6 (eBook)
You can purchase this textbook from the WKU Bookstore or [Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/Victimology-Theories-Applications-Lorraine-Friedland/dp/1506368279/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1537739093&sr=8-1&keywords=victimology+theories+and+applications).

## CRJS 6203 Course Schedule
**Week 1:** Introduction to Victimology
**Week 2:** Types of Victimization I
**Week 3:** Types of Victimization II
**Week 4:** Impact of Victimization
**Week 5:** Characteristics of Vulnerable Populations
**Week 6:** Rights and Services for Victims

CRJS 6203 Week 1 Objectives

At the end of this week, students will be able to:

1. Understand the definition and scope of victimology.
2. Understand how victimization occurs and how it is related to crime.
3. Understand the types of victimization and their impact on victims.

CRJS 6203 Week 1 Pre-requisites

*Note: You will not be able to register for Victimology until you have completed the prerequisites for CRJS 6203 Course. The prerequisites for CRJS 6203 are: CRJS 6105 – Theory of Crime and Delinquency, CRJS 6110 – Law Enforcement Administration, and CRJS 6115 – Courts, Law and Justice.

This is a required CRJS 6203 Course in the Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice program. The aim of CRJS 6203 Course is to develop an understanding of victimology as it relates to crime and the criminal justice system. Topics covered include: the nature and extent of victimization; victimization risk factors; characteristics of victims; victimization typologies; victim impact; and responses to victimization. CRJS 6203 Course will examine how victims are treated within the criminal justice system. Consideration will be given to policy issues related to victims’ rights.

CRJS 6203 Week 1 Duration

(CRJS 6203)

Week 1: Introduction to Victimology

In this first week, you will be introduced to the field of victimology. You will learn about the history and development of victimology as a scientific discipline and examine the various perspectives that have contributed to our current understanding of victims and victimization. You will also explore some of the most pressing issues facing victims today and consider how victims’ rights and services can best meet their needs. Finally, you will be asked to reflect on your own experiences with victimization and explore how these experiences have shaped your views on victimization.

CRJS 6203 Week 1 Learning Outcomes

I. Understand how victimology is defined and its historical development.

II. Understand the psychological impact of victimization on individuals and how this affects their interactions with the criminal justice system.

III. Understand how different types of victimization (e.g., physical, sexual, financial) impact individuals differently and the challenges faced by victims of each type of victimization.

IV. Understand the various theories that have been developed to explain victimization patterns and trends.

V. Understand the role of the media in shaping public perceptions of victimization and the criminal justice system’s response to it.

CRJS 6203 Week 1 Assessment & Grading

Question 1: What is the definition of a victim? What are the characteristics of a victim? What is the difference between a victim and an offender?

The definition of a victim is an individual who suffers physical or emotional harm as a result of a crime. The characteristics of a victim include suffering physical or emotional harm, being vulnerable, and being targeted by an offender. The difference between a victim and an offender is that victims are harmed by offenders, while offenders commit crimes.

CRJS 6203 Week 1 Suggested Resources/Books

CRJS 6203 Week 2 Suggested Resources/Books for CRJS 6203 – Victimology* (5 credits) (CRJS 6203)

CRJS 6203 Week 3 Suggested Resources/Books for CRJS 6203 – Victimology* (5 credits) (CRJS 6203)

CRJS 6203 Week 4 Suggested Resources/Books for CRJS 6203 – Victimology* (5 credits) (CRJS 6203)

CRJS 6203 Week 1 Assignment (20 Questions)

1. Define the term victimology and discuss its history.
2. Discuss how victimology has evolved over time.
3. Discuss the three types of victimization.
4. Discuss the different approaches to victimology.
5. Discuss how victimization is measured.
6. Discuss the different theories of victimization.
7. Discuss the different types of victims.
8. Discuss the different stages of victimization.
9. Discuss how victimology is used in the criminal justice system.
10. Discuss the future of victimology

CRJS 6203 Week 1 Assignment Question (20 Questions)

1. What are some of the factors that lead to victimization? How do these factors interact with each other?

2. What are some of the different types of victimization? How do they differ from each other?

3. What are some of the common characteristics of victims? How do these characteristics interact with each other?

4. What are some of the different types of victimization experiences? How do they differ from each other?

5. What are some of the different types of perpetrator-victim relationships? How do they differ from each other?

6. What are some of the different types of victimization settings? How do they differ from each other?

7. What are some of the different types of victimization outcomes? How do they differ from each other?

8. What are some of the different types of responses to victimization? How do they differ from each other?

9. What are some of the different ways in which victims cope with victimization? How do they differ from each other?

10. What are some of the different types of support available to victims? How do they differ from each other?

CRJS 6203 Week 1 Discussion 1 (20 Questions)

– Strayer University

This assignment has been formatted to comply with the required specifications for CRJS 6203 Course and written at the graduate level in Standard English. Please consult your instructor for specific format requirements.

The purpose of this discussion is to allow students to analyze victimization and its impact on society. For this discussion, consider the following scenario:

You are a detective assigned to investigate a crime involving an elderly man who was beaten by two youths in a park near his home while he was taking a walk. The elderly man died three days later from his injuries. Your investigation reveals that there were several eye-witnesses to the attack, but they all refuse to come forward out of fear of retribution from the attackers. Your supervisor asks you to prepare a report recommending steps that should be taken by police and others to ensure justice for the victim, as well as encourage witnesses to come forward in cases such as this one.

In your initial post, address each of the following:

CRJS 6203 Week 1 DQ 1 (20 Questions)

*Note: Please put the week and DQ # in the subject line of your initial post.

Please note that this discussion board will be worth 20 points toward your final grade for CRJS 6203 Course. The initial post must be at least 300 words, and each response must be at least 100 words. Be sure to respond to two other students’ posts during the week. Please do not copy and paste from another source, as plagiarism is unacceptable in all aspects of the CRJS 6203 Course. After reading Chapter 1 in the textbook, answer these questions:

1. What is victimology? Why is it an important area of study?
2. Explain how victimology helps us understand victimization.
3. How does victimology help explain the differences between victims and offenders?
4. Explain how victimology has evolved over time.
5. What are some of the challenges faced by victimologists?
6. Explain how victimologists study victimization.
7. What are some of the methods used by victimologists to study victimization?
8. What are some of the challenges faced by victims of crime?
9. What are some of the factors that contribute to victimization?
10. How do victims react to victimization?
11. How do victims cope with victimization?
12. What are some of the long-term effects of victimization?
13. What are some of the challenges faced by families and friends of victims?
14. What are some of the services available to victims of crime?
15. What are some of the issues facing victims of crime?
16. What are some of the rights of victims of crime?
17. What are some of the responsibilities of victims of crime?
18. How can victims reduce their risk of victimization?
19. What can be done to reduce victimization?
20. What role do bystanders play in victimization?

CRJS 6203 Week 1 Discussion 2 (20 Questions)

How do you define victimology? Please use your textbook and at least one scholarly source to support your definition. What are the three main types of victimization? Please provide examples for each. How does victimology relate to criminology? What are some of the areas of victimology research? Why is research in victimology important? How do victim characteristics influence victimization? What is the cycle of violence theory, and how does it impact victims? Does being a victim lead to criminal behaviors? If so, why? How does the criminal justice system respond to victims? In your opinion, what needs to be done to improve services for victims in the criminal justice system? How do race/ethnicity, gender, age, and social class affect victimization rates and services in our society today? If you were designing a public policy on domestic violence, what would it entail? Explain.

Use only your textbook (Langan & Innes 2009) and at least two scholarly sources as references

CRJS 6203 Week 1 DQ 2 (20 Questions)

1. How might victimology contribute to solving crimes?
2. What is the relationship between victimology and criminology?
3. What are some of the challenges faced by victims of crime?
4. What impact does victimization have on individuals and society?
5. What are some of the factors that contribute to victimization?
6. How can victimology help us to understand and prevent crime?
7. What are some of the challenges faced by victims of crime in accessing services and support?
8. How can we better support victims of crime?
9. What are some of the unique needs of victims of crime?
10. How can we better meet the needs of victims of crime?

CRJS 6203 Week 1 Quiz (20 Questions)

Question 1

1 / 1 pt

Which of the following factors is not a predictor of victimization?

Age

Race/ethnicity

Gender/sex roles

Sexual orientation/identity (Partially correct) Incorrect. Please choose another answer. Employment status Correct answer. Gender is a better predictor of victimization than employment status. Marital status (Partially correct) Incorrect. Please choose another answer. Educational level (Partially correct) Incorrect. Please choose another answer. Question 2 1 / 1 pt Which of the following is not an example of an objective criterion used to assess whether or not an event constitutes a crime? There must be a violation of a criminal law There must be an act or omission There must be causation (Partially correct) Incorrect. Please choose another answer. There must be harm or the reasonable expectation of harm Correct answer. Harm is required for a civil wrong, but not necessarily for a crime. There must be mens rea (Partially correct) Incorrect. Please choose another answer. Question 3 1 / 1 pt A class scheduled for four hours per week for 15 weeks results in 60 contact hours. What percent of time should students spend in class? 100% 75% (Partially correct) Incorrect. Please choose another answer 50% 25% Correct answer. Students should spend one-fourth of their time in class and three-fourths outside of class on homework, research, and other activities that promote learning and professional development such as internships and practica experiences.. 0% Question 4 1 / 1 pt Which theory sees victimization as resulting from inequality within society? Routine activities theory (Partially correct) Incorrect. Please choose another answer.. Social learning theory Conflict theory Social structure theory Correct Answer: Social structure theory posits that inequality within society creates victims through various means including economic disadvantage, social marginalization, and political oppression.. Strain Theory Question 5 0 / 1 pt In which year was the first annual National Crime Victim Rights Week recognized by the U.S Congress? 1980 1981 1982 1983 1984 (Partially correct) Incorrect: The first National Crime Victims’ Rights Week was observed in 1981.. 1986 1987 1988 1989 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 Question 6 0 / 1 pt According to the National Center for Victims of Crime, which category has experienced the highest rate increase since 1993? Assault Sexual assault Rape Robbery Burglary Larceny-theft Motor vehicle theft Arson Property crimes Violent crimes Murder Aggravated assault Other violent crime Total violent crimes Total property crimes Hate Crimes White collar crime Cybercrime Organized crime Financial crimes Victimless crimes No change Correct Answer: Assault was the only crime category to experience an increase between 1993 and 2002; however, this trend did not continue into 2003 when rates began to decrease again.. In contrast, violent crime rates have remained relatively stable over this period with modest decreases reported during most years between 1993 and 2003.. Prior to 1993 all categories showed increases from 1980 through 1992 except murder and robbery rates which peaked in 1980-1981 and then decreased through 1992.. Burglary remains at its lowest rate since 1966 with larceny-theft at its second lowest point since 1966.. Motor vehicle theft remains at historically low levels reached earlier this decade with only isolated increases reported in recent years.. Property Crimes Violent Crimes Arson Sexual Assault Robbery Assault Rape Murder Robbery Burglary Larceny-Theft Motor Vehicle Theft Property Crime Violent Crime Arson Sexual Assault Aggravated Assault Other Violent Crimes Total Violent Crime Note: Data are based on Offense Reports Counted by Law Enforcement Agencies in NCVSSample Areas Each Year Between 1980 and 2003.. Nonviolent Crimes Financial Crimes White Collar Crime Cybercrime Organized Crime Victimless Crimes Hate Crimes Question 7 0 / 1 pt While there is no universal definition of victimology, it can generally be defined as: The study of victim behavior The study of victim impact The study of perpetrator behavior The study of events surrounding homicide A scientific discipline that incorporates knowledge from many other disciplines including psychology, sociology, criminology and law; looks at victims’ experiences as related to offending behaviors; seeks to describe patterns in victimization through research; develops theories about why certain people are more vulnerable than others; identifies strategies for prevention; identifies effective ways to respond to victims after they have been victimized; explores issues related to how the justice system treats victims; examines how society can better meet victims’ needs Correct Answer: A scientific discipline that incorporates knowledge from many other disciplines including psychology, sociology, criminology and law; looks at victims’ experiences as related to offending behaviors; seeks to describe patterns in victimization through research; develops theories about why certain people are more vulnerable than others; identifies strategies for prevention; identifies effective ways to respond to victims after they have been victimized; explores issues related to how the justice system treats victims; examines how society can better meet victims’ needsQuestion 8 0 / 1 pt _____________________ attempts to explain relationships between persons who commit crime and their potential targets or “victims”. Criminology Sociology Psychology Anthropology Criminal psychology Forensic psychology Clinical psychology Psychiatry PsychopathyCorrect Answer: Criminal psychology attempts to explain relationships between persons who commit crime and their potential targets or “victims”. Forensic psychology Clinical psychology Psychiatry Psychopathy Psychological testing Question 9 0 / 1 pt _____________ may involve emotional abuse such as verbal threats or threats against personal property if they cause fear or emotional distress in their target ______________ may involve emotional abuse such as verbal threats or threats against personal property if they cause fear or emotional distress in their target Child abuse Elder abuse Domestic violence Workplace harassment stalking Child neglect Elder neglect Domestic neglect Workplace neglect stalking Child exploitation Elder exploitation Domestic exploitation Workplace exploitation stalking Emotional abuse Verbal abuse Threats against property Fear Emotional distress Child Abuse Elder Abuse Domestic Violence Stalking Harassment Neglect Exploitation Question 10 0 / 1 pt _________________ occurs when someone has been accused by law enforcement officials without sufficient evidence _________________ occurs when someone has been accused by law enforcement officials without sufficient evidence Suspect Wrongful conviction Defendant Police misconduct Arrest Prisoner Criminal justice system Discriminatory prosecution Mistaken identity Misinformation Misrepresentation Misfeasance Malfeasance Perjury False imprisonment False accusation False confession Entrapment Civil rights violation Discrimination Police brutality Racist police misconduct Police killings Unjustified police shootings Excessive use of force Question 11 0 / 1 pt During what type(s) of encounters do people perceive themselves as having less power than those around them? All types Both voluntary encounters Voluntary encounters Involuntary encounters Voluntary Encounters Involuntary Encounters Both Types No types Question 12 0 / 1 pts Which group is considered vulnerable because their life circumstances put them at increased risk for becoming a victim? Women African Americans Children Native Americans Men Elderly People Young Adults All Groups None Of These Groups All Groups None Of These Groups Women African Americans Children Native Americans Men Elderly People Young Adults All Groups None Of These Groups Women African Americans Children Native Americans Men Elderly People Young Adults All Groups None Of These Groups Women African Americans Children Native Americans Men Elderly People Young Adults All Groups None Of These Groups Women African Americans Children Native Americans Men Elderly People Young Adults All Groups None Of These Groups Women African American Children Native American Men Elders Young Adult Women African American Children Native American Men Elders Young Adult Women African American Children Native American Men Elders Young Adult Women African American Children Native American Men Elders Young Adult Question 13 0 / 1 pts After being victimized by stalkers women were found more likely than men do report experiencing all but which one(s)? depression anxiety fear rage embarrassment humiliation shame depression anxiety fear rage embarrassment humiliation shame depression anxiety fear rage embarrassment humiliation shame depression anxiety fear rage embarrassment humiliation shame depression anxiety fear rage embarrassment humiliation shame anger rage jealousy depression anxiety fear anger rage jealousy depression anxiety fear anger rage jealousy depression anxiety fear anger rage jealousy depression anxiety fear anger rage jealousy depression anxiety fear anger rage jealousy depression anxiety fear angry rages jealousies sadnesses anxieties fears depressions depressions anxieties fears depressions anxieties fears depressions anxieties fears depressions anxieties fears depressions anxieties fears depressions anxieties fears depressions anxieties fears depressions anxieties fears depressions anxieties fearsdepressions anxieties fears depressions anxieties fears depressions anxietiesfearsdepressionsanxietiesfearsanxietiessadnessescorruptionstyranniespersecutionsdelusionshurtshumiliationsgriefstearsparanoiaschaosmayhemsupremacyoppressiontorturesrageaggressionharassmentinstabilityextremismbrutalitymadnessmurderexpulsionenvyhostilitywrongfulnesshostageslawlessnessassaultsjailsdishonestyrobberyexiletreacheryfraudrevoltinsanitydefeatismidolatrycollapsearsonarsonarsonarsonarsonarsonarsonarsonarsonarsonarsonarsonarsonarsonarsonarson arson arson arson arson arson arson arson arson arson arson arson arson arson arson KQED’s Bay Citizen investigative news website announced last month that it would lay off approximately two dozen employees due largely to funding shortfalls resulting from reduced advertising revenue caused by decreasing newspaper readership…

CRJS 6203 Week 1 MCQ’s (20 Multiple Choice Questions)

1) Which of the following is not a concept associated with victimology?
2) The psychological _____ of a victim is the first step in understanding how to assist the victim.
3) The _____ perspective of victimization is concerned with societal structures and processes that create victims and victimization.
4) A(n) _____ is an experience that has negative physical, emotional, or financial consequences.
5) All of the following are theories related to victimization EXCEPT:
6) The _____ theory states that criminal victimization results from an interaction between criminals and their victims.
7) All of the following are true about fear of crime EXCEPT:
8) The three types of fear of crime are personal fear, vicarious fear, and public fear.
9) The _____ theory posits that some people are more likely to be victimized because they possess characteristics that make them attractive targets for criminals.
10) All of the following are true about self-protective behaviors EXCEPT:
11) One type of self-protective behavior is to avoid places where crimes are likely to occur.
12) All of the following are types of violence against women EXCEPT:
13) All of the following are types of elder abuse EXCEPT:
14) All of the following are factors that increase the risk of being victimized EXCEPT:
15) All of the following are psychological effects of victimization EXCEPT:
16) Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a type of anxiety disorder that can develop after exposure to a traumatic event.
17) All of the following are methods for measuring the prevalence of victimization EXCEPT:
18) The National Crime Victimization Survey (NCVS) is a(n) _____ survey.
19) The Uniform Crime Reports (UCR) is a(n) _____ survey.
20) Which of the following is not a limitation of self-report surveys?

CRJS 6203 Week 2 Description

CRJS 6203 Course provides an overview of victimology, including its history and development as a field of study. The CRJS 6203 Course will explore various theoretical perspectives on victimization, as well as the physical, psychological, and social impact of victimization. In addition, the CRJS 6203 Course will examine how victims are treated by the criminal justice system, with a focus on victim rights and services.

CRJS 6203 Week 2 Outline

Week 2: Victimization Theories and Situational Crime Prevention

This week we will explore victimization theories, which explain the relationship between victims and offenders. We will also discuss how to prevent victimization through situational crime prevention.

Learning Objectives for Week 2: At the end of this week, you should be able to:

CRJS 6203 Week 2 Objectives

CRJS 6203 Course Length: One week

Objectives for CRJS 6203 – Victimology* (5 credits)

By the end of CRJS 6203 Course, students will be able to:

1. Understand victimization as a social problem.

2. Understand the impact of victimization on victims, their families, and society.

3. Understand the various types of victimization.

4. Understand the factors that contribute to victimization.

5. Understand the dynamics of victim-offender relationships.

6. Understand the role of the criminal justice system in responding to victimization.

7. Understand victim assistance and compensation programs.

CRJS 6203 Week 2 Pre-requisites

CRJS 6203 Course will review the foundational knowledge required to build a strong foundation in victimology. Students will learn about how to apply the concepts of victimology to a variety of settings, including the courtroom and law enforcement agencies. Students will also be introduced to the major theories of victimization and how they can be used to better understand and prevent crime.

CRJS 6203 Course Objectives:

– Understand the field of victimology, its history, and its major theorists

– Understand how victimization occurs and its effects on individuals, families, and society

– Understand how victimization is measured and researched

– Understand theory and research on specific types of victimization, including homicide, rape, child maltreatment, intimate partner violence, and hate crimes

CRJS 6203 Week 2 Duration

The expected duration for CRJS 6203 – Victimology* (5 credits) is two weeks.

CRJS 6203 Week 2 Learning Outcomes

#Week2LO

CRJS 6203 Week 2 Assessment & Grading

CRJS 6203 – Victimology (5 credits)

Week 2 Assessment & Grading for CRJS 6203 – Victimology

The following are the guidelines for completing and submitting your Week 2 assessment. Please refer to the CRJS 6203 Course Syllabus for additional information on the CRJS 6203 Course grading procedures.

In order to complete this week’s assessment, you will need to download and review the following document:

•National Institute of Justice (NIJ) Solicitation Number 2012-MU-BX-K002: The National Crime Victimization Survey (NCVS) (PDF) – This document describes the National Crime Victimization Survey, which is conducted by the Bureau of Justice Statistics in order to collect data on criminal victimization in the United States. The purpose of this survey is to provide information about victims’ characteristics and experiences, as well as the consequences of victimization.

It is important that you review all of the material in this document in order to prepare for this week’s assessment. In addition, please review all of the materials covered in this week’s readings and videos. These materials will provide you with an understanding of how victimization is measured, as well as how various factors can affect victims’ perceptions of crime.

For your Week 2 assessment, you will be asked to address the following four questions:

1. What are some of the advantages and disadvantages of using surveys to measure victimization?

2. What are some of the advantages and disadvantages of using administrative data to measure victimization?

3. What factors do you think could influence a victim’s decision to report a crime?

4. What factors do you think could influence a victim’s decision not to report a crime?

CRJS 6203 Week 2 Suggested Resources/Books

CRJS 6203 Week 3 Suggested Resources/Books for CRJS 6203 – Victimology* (5 credits) (CRJS 6203)

CRJS 6203 Week 4 Suggested Resources/Books for CRJS 6203 – Victimology* (5 credits) (CRJS 6203)

CRJS 6203 Week 5 Suggested Resources/Books for CRJS 6203 – Victimology* (5 credits) (CRJS 6203)

CRJS 6203 Week 6 Suggested Resources/Books for CRJS 6203 – Victimology* (5 credits) (CRJS 6203)

CRJS 6203 Week 7 Suggested Resources/Books for CRJS 6203 – Victimology* (5 credits) (CRJS 6203)

CRJS 6203 Week 2 Assignment (20 Questions)

Section 1 – The Nature and Consequences of Crime
1. What is the definition of victimology?
2. What are some common myths about victims of crime?
3. What are some of the consequences that victims of crime may experience?
4. How can the criminal justice system better meet the needs of victims of crime?
5. What rights do victims of crime have in the criminal justice system?
6. What services are available to victims of crime?
7. Who is eligible for victim compensation?
8. How does victim compensation work?
9. What are some obstacles that victims face in seeking compensation?
10. Are there any federal laws that protect victims of crime?

Section 2 – The Impact of Crime on Victims
11. How does crime impact the lives of victims?
12. How does victimization affect a person’s mental health?
13. What are some common reactions to victimization?
14. How does victimization affect a person’s physical health?
15. How does victimization affect a person’s social life?
16. How does victimization affect a person’s economic well-being?
17. What are some common psychological reactions to victimization?
18. What are some common physical reactions to victimization?
19. What are some common behavioral reactions to victimization?
20. Is there anything that victims can do to cope with their experiences?

CRJS 6203 Week 2 Assignment Question (20 Questions)

1. What are the consequences of victimization?

2. How does victimization affect the lives of victims and their families?

3. What are some of the factors that contribute to victimization?

4. How can victims protect themselves from victimization?

5. What are some of the resources available to victims of victimization?

CRJS 6203 Week 2 Discussion 1 (20 Questions)

Please complete the following questions by identifying and discussing significant points of the reading selection. Your initial response should be 200-300 words in length. Please refer to the CRJS 6203 Course Materials section for specific readings. Please also feel free to respond to your classmates’ posts with thoughtful commentary and further analysis. Be sure to support your assertions by referencing your required CRJS 6203 Course readings (in APA format).

1) After reading Chapter 4, how would you define victimology? What factors make a victim? How are these factors related to criminal behaviors?

2) How does a person become a victim? Explain using typologies discussed in class and/or chapter 4. Can we predict who will become a victim of crime? Why or why not? What methods are available to identify victims of crime? Give examples.

3) Explain four “victim precipitation theories” including their key components and impact on victimization rates. How do they inform our understanding of victims’ roles in their own victimization? Give an example from personal experience or from current events.

4) Compare and contrast two victims’ rights theories discussed in class or in chapter 4 (e.g., restorative justice vs retribution, needs-based vs dignity-based). What theoretical perspective do you think is most appropriate for addressing victims’ needs after a crime has been committed? Why? Give an example from personal experience or from current events.

CRJS 6203 Week 2 DQ 1 (20 Questions)

(The required readings for each week can be found in the “Comprehensive CRJS 6203 Course Schedule” located in the Start Here folder.)

This discussion activity is based on Chapter 1 of your textbook. Please read Chapter 1 before beginning this assignment. After reading Chapter 1, answer each of the following questions. Your responses should be posted to the Main Forum by Day 7 and must meet the standards for quality defined in the Discussion Rubric.

Questions:

CRJS 6203 Week 2 Discussion 2 (20 Questions)

Victimology.

1) Discuss the definition of victimology and its purpose.
2) Explain how victimology is used to study victimization.
3) Describe the different types of victims.
4) Discuss the different theories of victimization.
5) Explain the concept of victim precipitation.
6) Discuss the concept of self-blame and why victims may blame themselves for their victimization.
7) Discuss how society views victims and how this affects victims.
8) Discuss the impact of victimization on victims.
9) Describe the different types of trauma that victims may experience.
10) Discuss how victims may react to trauma.
11) Explain how trauma can affect a victim’s life long after the actual event has occurred.
12) Discuss how victimization can lead to revictimization.
13) Describe the cycle of violence and how it can affect victims.
14) Discuss how substance abuse can lead to victimization.
15) Describe how poverty can lead to victimization.
16) Explain how mental illness can lead to victimization.
17) Discuss how homelessness can lead to victimization.
18) Describe how domestic violence can lead to victimization.
19) Explain how sexual assault can lead to victimization.
20) Discuss how hate crimes can lead to victimization

CRJS 6203 Week 2 DQ 2 (20 Questions)

1. Please describe the legal definition of a victim in your jurisdiction. How does this compare with the sociological definition?
2. What are some of the rights that victims have in your jurisdiction?
3. What are some of the services that are available to victims in your jurisdiction?
4. How effective do you think these services are in meeting the needs of victims?
5. What are some of the challenges that victims face in accessing services in your jurisdiction?
6. What are some of the barriers that prevent victims from coming forward and reporting crime in your jurisdiction?
7. How can we better support victims of crime in your opinion?
8. What do you think are the most important needs of victims of crime?
9. What do you think are the most effective interventions for supporting victims of crime?
10. What do you think are the most important considerations for supporting victims of crime?

CRJS 6203 Week 2 Quiz (20 Questions)

**

The following quiz is designed to test your knowledge and understanding of the CRJS 6203 Course material covered during the second week. The quiz is worth a total of 20 points. You will have two attempts to complete this quiz.

The questions for this quiz are based on the following CRJS 6203 Course readings:
* Karmen, A. (2011). Chapter 2, “ victims and victimization” in Crime Victims: An Introduction to Victimology (7th ed.) Belmont, CA: Wadsworth Cengage Learning. ISBN-13: 9781133706800. **

1) Who among the following individuals was NOT part of the original victims’ rights movement?

A) Judith Herman
B) Howard Zehr
C) Patricia Van Voorhis
D) Barbara Hart

Answer: D) Barbara Hart

2) Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding victimization?

A) As many as half of all women experience sexual violence during their lifetime
B) Approximately one-third of all adults have experienced violent crime
C) Most crime victims are young people between the ages of 15 and 25 years old
D) Males are more likely than females to be victimized by crime

Answer: B) Approximately one-third of all adults have experienced violent crime

3) Which of the following characteristics do researchers believe makes children especially vulnerable to criminal victimization?

A) Their physical size and strength
B) Their lack of ability to assess risk and potential harm
C) Their increased mobility outside the home that puts them at greater risk for encounter with strangers and other dangerous situations
D) All of the above

Answer: D) All of the above
4) Which theory is best associated with explaining why some individuals become repeat victims while others do not?

A) Social learning theory
B) Social structure theory
C) Routine activities theory
D) Lifestyle exposure theory

Answer: C ) Routine activities theory
5 ) Research indicates that which group suffers from the highest rate of intimate partner violence?

A) Females who are married or living with a male partner
B) Males who are married or living with a female partner
C ) Females who are divorced or separated from a male partner
D ) Males who are divorced or separated from a female partner

Answer: A ) Females who are married or living with a male partner

CRJS 6203 Week 2 MCQ’s (20 Multiple Choice Questions)

– Strayer University.

Which of the following is a primary motive for intimate partner violence?

The desire to control one’s partner.

Intimate partner violence is more common among which of the following groups?

White, middle-class couples.

According to a study by Melissa Thompson, which of the following factors accounts for much of the overlap between victimization and perpetration in domestic violence cases?

Low self-esteem.

One reason why stalking victims may not report the behavior to police is that:

They are fearful that reporting it will make it worse.

CRJS 6203 Week 3 Description

CRJS 6203 Course is an examination of victimology, which is the scientific study of victims of crime. The CRJS 6203 Course will cover the history of victimology, victim typologies, and various theories related to victimization. In addition, the CRJS 6203 Course will explore the impact of victimization on individuals, families, and communities.

CRJS 6203 Week 3 Outline

Introduction to the CRJS 6203 Course:

CRJS 6203 Course is an introduction to the study of victimology. Victimology is the scientific study of victims of crime, including the relationships between victims and offenders, the interactions between victims and the criminal justice system—that is, the police and courts, and corrections officials—and the role of victims within the criminal justice system. In CRJS 6203 Course, we will examine various topics related to victimization, including the prevalence and patterns of victimization, risk factors for victimization, psychological impact of victimization, and interventions designed to assist victims.

Week One: Introduction to Victimology

In this first week of class we will discuss what victimology is and why it is important. We will also introduce some of the major concepts that we will be discussing throughout the CRJS 6203 Course. These concepts include victim precipitation theory, routine activities theory, labeling theory, and restorative justice. We will also discuss some of the major types of victimization that we will be discussing in detail throughout the CRJS 6203 Course. These types of victimization include child maltreatment, intimate partner violence, sexual assault, hate crimes, and elder abuse.

Week Two: Prevalence and Patterns of Victimization

This week we will discuss some of the major methods used to measure victimization rates. We will also examine some of the major patterns that have been found in victimization research. These patterns include differences in victimization rates by age, gender, race/ethnicity, social class, and geography. We will also discuss how these patterns vary by type of victimization. For example, we will examine how child maltreatment rates differ by age and gender. We will also discuss how intimate partner violence rates differ by race/ethnicity and social class.

Week Three: Risk Factors for Victimization

This week we will discuss some of the major risk factors for victimization. We will begin by discussing some of the individual-level risk factors for victimization. These individual-level risk factors include age, gender, race/ethnicity, social class, and family history of violence. We will then discuss some of the community-level risk factors for victimization. These community-level risk factors include poverty, residential mobility, and social disorganization. Finally, we will discuss some of the situational risk factors for victimization. These situational risk factors include alcohol use, drug use, and exposure to violence

CRJS 6203 Week 3 Objectives

1. Understand the impact of victimization on victims and the justice system.

2. Identify the types of victimization and their impact on victims.

3. Understand how victimization is measured and monitored.

4. Understand the dynamics of victimization, including risk factors and protective factors.

5. Understand the response of the criminal justice system to victimization.

6. Understand the role of victims in the criminal justice system.

7. Understand victim assistance and compensation programs.

CRJS 6203 Week 3 Pre-requisites

CRJS 6203 – Victimology* (5 credits) (CRJS 6203) is a prerequisite for:

CRJS 6212 – Crime Scene Investigation* (5 credits) (CRJS 6212)

CRJS 6203 Week 3 Duration

Week 3 – CRJS 6203 Course Length for CRJS 6203: Victimology* (5 credits)

CRJS 6203 Course is 5 weeks in length.

CRJS 6203 Week 3 Learning Outcomes

-Define victimology and its place within the field of criminology and criminal justice.

-Analyze how victims’ characteristics, behaviors, and perceptions influence their victimization experiences.

-Examine how societal attitudes toward victims shape the criminal justice system’s response to victimization.

-Evaluate research on the psychological effects of victimization.

-Identify policy issues related to victimization and assess the effectiveness of current victim services.

CRJS 6203 Week 3 Assessment & Grading

Week 3: Sexual Violence – Due by Day 7

This week, you will continue to examine how victimology can be applied to specific types of crimes. You will begin this exploration by reading and viewing several articles and videos on sexual violence. After considering the perspectives of victims, offenders, and the criminal justice system itself, you will develop a set of recommendations for providing a better response to victims of sexual violence within the criminal justice system.

To prepare for this Assignment:

Read Chapter 8 in your CRJS 6203 Course text, which covers sexual violence as a type of crime. Focus particularly on how victims are treated by police, prosecutors, and judges in these cases. Consider how their experience with the criminal justice system might affect their healing process and whether this is an important factor for you to consider when developing your recommendations. Review “The Problem of Sexual Assault” video located in this week’s Learning Resources. This video discusses the prevalence of sexual assault among female college students and outlines some possible strategies for combatting it. Review “Working Together against Sexual Assault” video located in this week’s Learning Resources. This video provides information about sexual assault on college campuses from both male and female perspectives. Read the following articles located in this week’s Learning Resources: “In Rape Cases, Shifting Balance Between Victims and Accused” “Sexual Assault Survivors Win Compensation—and an Uncertain Future” “Rape Victims Win Battle over Police Interviews” Review Chapter 4 in your CRJS 6203 Course text, which covers perpetrator motivation. The section on sex crimes begins on page 106; however, also review pages 95–106 to get a full understanding of how motivation may affect perpetrators who commit these types of crimes as well as victims who experience them. Reflect upon what you have learned thus far about victimization in general and consider how specific types of victimization might influence your views on victimology as a discipline within criminology. Take time to reflect upon each perspective (e.g., offender vs. victim) presented so far with respect to victimization and consider what factors may have influenced your views more than others (e.g., personal experience vs. media portrayals). Consider these influences as you work through this Assignment this week and next so that you can develop some recommendations based primarily on logic rather than emotions or personal experience. Use the Victimology Worksheet located in this week’s Learning Resources to begin brainstorming some ideas for recommendations about how best to respond to victims of sexual violence within the criminal justice system (i.e., law enforcement agencies, courts/prosecutors offices). Think about how best to provide support for victims while still ensuring that they receive fair treatment throughout their experiences with law enforcement agencies, prosecutors offices, etc., during both investigations into the crime(s) they experienced and any potential prosecutions related to those crimes if they choose not to remain anonymous or if they do not qualify for anonymity under state laws or policies. Next Week: If you wish to use information gathered during your fieldwork experience this term regarding victimization/crime-related issues as part of your final Research Paper due later in Week 6, please begin collecting that data now using either observational techniques or surveys/questionnaires (or both). For more information about these fieldwork options regarding data collection methods for use with your final paper due later in Week 6 (worth 60% of your grade), refer back to the CRJS 6203 Course Overview at the beginning of the term or consult with your instructor if necessary before proceeding further with any fieldwork activity at this point since it is not required until later in Week 6 (due by Day 7).

The Assignment (3–4 pages):

CRJS 6203 Week 3 Suggested Resources/Books

CRJS 6203 Course Description: CRJS 6203 Course will explore the etiology, typology, and psychological effects of victimization. This will be a comprehensive study of various forms of victimization including; sexual assault, child abuse, domestic violence, bullying and cyberbullying, hate crimes, terrorism and others. The CRJS 6203 Course will also examine how victims interact with the criminal justice system.

Week 3: Domestic Violence

Required Reading

CRJS 6203 Week 3 Assignment (20 Questions)

(CRJS 6203 Course Schedule and Syllabus)

Instructions: Please answer all of the following questions as thoroughly as possible, citing your sources in APA format. Your response should be between 2-3 paragraphs for each question. Please use 12 pt font, 1 inch margins and double space your work. Please submit your work to the instructor on Blackboard (or by email if blackboard is unavailable) no later than Monday of the week that this assignment is due (11:59 p.m., Eastern Time).

1) Define domestic violence. What are some common characteristics of a batterer? How can you identify a batterer in the early stages of a relationship? When does battering behavior usually escalate to more severe abuse?

2) Compare and contrast mandatory reporting laws for domestic violence with those for child abuse and neglect. What are the implications of these laws for victims of domestic violence? Explain why states have enacted these laws.

3) Describe three or more protective orders available to victims of domestic violence under state law. Which order do you think would be most effective in protecting a victim from further abuse? Why?

4) Discuss two or more challenges faced by law enforcement officers when responding to domestic violence calls. What are some recommendations for improving law enforcement response to these calls?

5) Identify two or more barriers faced by victims of domestic violence who seek legal assistance. What are some recommendations for overcoming these barriers?

CRJS 6203 Week 3 Assignment Question (20 Questions)

1. What is the definition of a victim?
2. What are the three types of victimization?
3. What are the four main types of victimization?
4. What is the difference between a victim and a survivor?
5. How does trauma affect victims?
6. What are some of the psychological effects of victimization?
7. What are some of the physical effects of victimization?
8. What are some of the social effects of victimization?
9. What are some of the economic effects of victimization?
10. How does the legal system define a victim?
11. Who qualifies as a victim in the criminal justice system?
12. What rights do victims have in the criminal justice system?
13. How can victims participate in the criminal justice system?
14. What is restorative justice?
15. How can victims get help after they have been victimized?
16. Where can victims find support services?
17. Who can victims contact for help?
18. What are some things that victims can do to help themselves heal after they have been victimized?
19. How can we prevent victimization from happening in the first place?
20. What can we do to support victims of crime?

CRJS 6203 Week 3 Discussion 1 (20 Questions)

Please post your initial discussion thread by midnight on Wednesday, and you will have until midnight Sunday to respond to your classmates. Please review the Week 3 Discussion Rubric for guidance on how your discussion will be graded.

In this discussion, you will analyze and interpret data from a variety of sources including but not limited to victim surveys, criminal justice statistics, and victim service agencies. The objective is for you to apply victimology theories to explain various types of victimization in America.

Read the following three scenarios below and answer the questions that follow each scenario. You are welcome to use additional resources as you conduct your research. Cite all resources used (including textbook) in APA format and/or provide a link to the article, website or other resource used.

Scenario #1: Deputies responded to a parking lot located on Northside Drive in regards to an accident involving two vehicles. Upon arrival they discovered that one of the vehicles was unoccupied while the other vehicle had only two occupants, a driver and passenger with minor injuries. The driver told deputies that he had observed a man leaving a vehicle parked in front of him and entering his own vehicle when he then struck him at approximately 20 miles per hour causing significant damage to both vehicles. He described the man as an African American male between 25-30 years old wearing dark clothing who appeared unsteady on his feet after the collision but then ran into some nearby woods without attempting to make contact with anyone or call for help as far as he could tell. A search of the area revealed no trace of anyone matching that description however deputies did discover evidence that at least one vehicle had hit something other than another vehicle based on tire marks left at the scene leading them back into the woods where they discovered a deceased black male lying face down in some tall grass who appeared to have been struck by another vehicle causing multiple blunt force trauma injuries which resulted in his death at some point earlier in the night based on rigor mortis being present and lividity indicating he had been lying face down for several hours before being discovered by deputies. The decedent was identified through fingerprint analysis as Richard B., aged 26 years old who lived with his mother approximately 2 miles away from where he was found dead early that morning when neighbors heard tires squealing followed by a thump which sounded like someone hitting something solid but no one called 911 at that time due to not knowing what it was or where it came from since it happened well off any major roadways and no further sounds were heard after initial impact occurred thus assumed it was probably just kids messing around somewhere in their neighborhood since there is always someone doing donuts or speeding around corners late at night or sometimes even earlier depending on their schedules or what day of week it is as well as time of year so many people do not think anything about hearing strange noises sometimes until after its too late because people get used hearing things happening without knowing exactly what they are or why they are happening if someone should be concerned about those sounds based upon location hearing them coming from so people can become somewhat desensitized if nothing bad happens often enough for them paying attention more closely than usual such things such as tires screeching late night being part of normal background noise heard during evening hours near busy roads rather than unusual so many people just ignore noises like those because usually means nothing serious happened sometimes unless there is crime wave happening already plus§250 gift card giveaway! If you refer 5 friends today before 9pm central time!!

Referrals: http://www.swagbucks.com/p/register?rb=2378131

CRJS 6203 Week 3 DQ 1 (20 Questions)

*Note: While an active Liberty student, if you need to purchase your own books for a Liberty class, the University has provided you with a $300 per semester Book Stipend. For more information on your Liberty University Book Stipend, visit https://www.liberty.edu/online/tuition-financial-aid/scholarships-grants/resident-book-stipend/.

Victimology is the scientific study of victimization and its impact on individuals, families, communities, and society. In this Discussion, you will analyze victimology theories and research in light of the following questions:

1. What are common characteristics of victims? What traits do they share? Are there any characteristics that make certain individuals more likely to be victimized than others? Explain your answer.

2. What are some common myths about victims? Do these myths have any basis in reality? Why or why not?

3. How does victimization impact the individual victim? How does it impact the family of the victim? How does it impact society as a whole? Explain your answer.

4. What are some common psychological reactions to victimization? What are some common physical reactions to victimization? Explain your answer.

5. What are some common types of victimization? Which type of victimization do you think is the most damaging to the individual? To the family? To society as a whole? Explain your answer.

CRJS 6203 Week 3 Discussion 2 (20 Questions)

CRJS 6203 Week 3 Discussion 2 (20 Questions) for CRJS 6203 – Victimology* (5 credits) (CRJS 6203)

PLDZ-12328

In Stock $ 1.00 USD Bright Solutions

CRJS 6203 Week 3 Discussion 2 (20 Questions) for CRJS 6203 – Victimology* (5 credits) (CRJS 6203)

Complete 20 questions in the following link:

http://survey.az1.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_d3mOfgWJZTmHbXt&Q_SS=52jh6oL25FdnpMwNnE8e&Q_CHL=gl&Q_JFE=0&REFID=EmailInviteLink

The objective of this assignment is to use the knowledge gained from studying the victimization theories and models presented in the textbook and lecture to apply them to real life situations and identify the types of victims associated with specific crimes. This will help you understand how victimization theories can be used in victimology research, as well as other fields of criminal justice research. The application of victimization theories will help you gain a better understanding of victims’ experiences and improve your ability to work with victims. Instructions: Using the Internet, locate one news article on crime or violence that you believe illustrates an example of one or more specific types of victims discussed in this week’s required reading and lecture. Your news article must be no more than six months old and must have been published by a major U.S.-based news agency, such as USA Today, New York Times, Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, etc. Once you have located your news article, answer each question below individually: Question 1: Using your own words, briefly describe what happened in the news article you chose and what makes it an example of victimization? Question 2: What are at least two types of victims identified in the news article? Question 3: Explain how each type of victim identified in Question 2 fits with the relevant theory or model discussed in this week’s required reading and lecture? Question 4: Identify any possible research questions that could be asked based on this case? Be sure to refer back to previous weeks’ readings for examples. Question 5: How might each type of victim identified in Question 2 respond differently to various interventions provided by criminal justice agencies or organizations? For example, compare how someone experiencing “secondary victimization” might respond to being interviewed by police versus someone who was “preyed upon” or “targeted” for a crime. You should address at least two different types of interventions provided by criminal justice agencies/organizations when answering this question. Please include at least three references—one from your required textbook reading and two from peer-reviewed journal articles found using the CSU Online Library—to support your answers throughout this discussion thread (do not use sources outside those listed above). In addition to meeting content requirements, your initial post should also adhere to proper APA format including 12 pt., Times New Roman font; double-spaced; 1 inch margins; title page; reference page; in-text citations; headings when needed; etc. Remember that every reference cited should be included on your reference page at the end of your paper. A minimum word count is not required for this discussion thread but good writing is expected so please make sure that your response fully addresses each question asked above while still remaining concise (no more than 300 words per question). Before posting your initial response to this discussion thread, proofread what you have written carefully for errors – spelling mistakes, typos, grammatical errors, sentence structure problems, etc.—and correct any mistakes before posting because points will be deducted for improper writing once graded by me. Please also see my CRJS 6203 Course syllabus for additional information regarding grading criteria used for all discussion threads/forum posts/assignments throughout CRJS 6203 Course and make sure you follow all directions given below regarding how/when to post responses before clicking “Submit” below because if these directions are not followed I will deduct 10 points from each posted response as well as give students who fail to follow directions a negative score on their weekly rubric which means they may fail the entire CRJS 6203 Course depending on how often they do not follow directions given on postings throughout CRJS 6203 Course! Also remember that if I ask a student more than once to follow directions they are automatically removed from my CRJS 6203 Course without refund since they are repeatedly ignoring instructions given within my CRJS 6203 Course! Note that if I think a student is cheating on assignments they are automatically removed from my CRJS 6203 Course without refund since they are cheating! Warning : If another student posts his/her response before you do then don’t worry about it because you can still post yours after him/her whenever it’s convenient for you just as long as you post prior to Friday 11:59 pm EST otherwise no credit will be given! Remember that students are responsible for posting their own original material within any discussion thread before another student posts his/her response because if someone else posts his/her answer first then he/she won’t get credit even if he/she was first because he/she wasn’t able to post his/her answer first! Here is what students need to do before clicking “Submit” below: Click “Reply” next to my name below Click “CreateThread” Copy & Paste both assignment questions into empty text box next Use spell checker feature within text box Write answers inside text box using proper spelling & grammar Click “Preview” button next Before clicking “Submit” make sure everything is written correctly including proper spelling & grammar Your responses will automatically be posted after clicking “Submit” so there’s no need emailing me! After completing all five discussion threads listed above within each lesson folder save all five PDF files containing all 20 questions along with your answers within each lesson folder so that when taking examinations later on during this class students will have access these discussions’ answers while taking exams since final exams are open book exams where students can view these PDF files while taking finals! Note : These responses can also be viewed via .docx format within Canvas however some prefer PDF format instead due mainly because .docx files cannot always be opened up properly or viewed properly upon opening up .docx files sometimes especially when doing so via mobile phones due mainly because Microsoft Office sometimes does not function properly or open up correctly upon accessing .docx files via mobile phones which is why saving these responses via PDF format before taking examinations is recommended so students can easily open up PDF versions instead rather than having trouble opening up Microsoft Office versions where students either see blank pages or simply cannot open up .docx documents upon trying doing so via mobile phones which could cause problems especially when taking examinations later during class time depending mainly upon which type computer & browser combination students use while taking final exams later during class time plus some school districts block access Microsoft Office programs specifically causing problems when trying accessing Microsoft Office documents during examination time causing internet connection failures & blank pages preventing access Canvas only thereby causing problems especially when trying accessing CRJS 6203 Course materials while taking examinations therefore I recommend downloading & saving PDF versions onto computers & laptops whenever possible instead just letting users rely solely upon viewing online versions only since online versions sometimes cause internet connection failures depending mainly upon which type computer & browser combination users have plus some school districts block access Microsoft Office programs specifically causing problems when trying accessing Microsoft Office documents during examination time causing internet connection failures & blank pages preventing access Canvas only thereby causing problems especially when trying accessing CRJS 6203 Course materials while taking examinations therefore I recommend downloading & saving PDF versions onto computers & laptops whenever possible instead just letting users rely solely upon viewing online versions only since online versions sometimes cause internet connection failures depending mainly upon which type computer & browser combination users have plus some school districts block access Microsoft Office programs specifically causing problems when trying accessing Microsoft Office documents during examination time causing internet connection failures & blank pages preventing access Canvas only thereby causing problems especially when trying accessing CRJS 6203 Course materials while taking examinations therefore I recommend downloading & saving PDF versions onto computers & laptops whenever possible instead just letting users rely solely upon viewing online versions only since online versions sometimes cause internet connection failures depending mainly upon which type computer & browser combination users have plus some school districts block access Microsoft Office programs specifically causing problems when trying accessing Microsoft Office documents during examination time causing internet connection failures & blank pages preventing access Canvas only thereby causing problems especially when trying accessing CRJS 6203 Course materials while taking examinations therefore I recommend downloading & saving PDF versions onto computers & laptops whenever possible instead just letting users rely solely upon viewing online versions only since online versions sometimes cause internet connection failures depending mainly upon which type computer & browser combination users have plus some school districts block access Microsoft Office programs specifically causing problems when trying accessing Microsoft Office documents during examination time causing internet connection failures & blank pages preventing access Canvas only thereby causing problems especially when trying accessing CRJS 6203 Course materials while taking examinations therefore I recommend downloading & saving PDF versions onto computers & laptops whenever possible instead just letting users rely solely upon viewing online versions only since onlineversions sometimes cause internet connection failures depending mainly upon which type computer& browser combination users have plus some school districts block accessMicrosoft Office programs specifically causing problems whentrying accessingMicrosoft Officedocumentsduringexamination timecausinginternetconnectionfailures&blankpagespreventingaccessCanvasonlytherebycausingproblemsespeciallywhentryingaccessingCRJS 6203 CoursematerialswhenattemptingtakeexaminationsduringfinalsexaminationtimebecauseoftechnicalissuespreventingaccessCanvaswhenattemptingtakeexaminationsduringfinalsexaminationtimebecauseoftechnicalissuespreventingaccessCanvaswhenexaminationstimeespeciallywhenduringfinalsbecauseofinternetconnectionspeedsbeingtoofastwhenexaminationstimesbecausesomecomputerscannottakethefasterinternetconnectionspeedsbecausetheircomputersaretooslowthereforeIrecommenddownloadingsavingtheseresponsesviaPDFformatsinceonlineversionssometimescauseinternetconnectionfailuresdependingmainlyuponwhichtypecomputerbrowsercombinationusershaveplusworksgoodwhenexaminationstimebecauseitcanviewPDFfileswhiletakingexamsduringfinalswhichiswhyIaskstudentssavetheseresponsesPDFformatbeforetakingexamsduringfinalssoitcaneasilyviewthemwhenexaminationstimewithoutneedingviewonlineversionssinceonlineversionssometimescauseinternetconnectionfailuresdependingmainlyuponwhichtypecomputerbrowsercombinationusershaveplusworksgoodwhenexaminationstimebecauseitcanviewPDFfileswhiletakingexamsduringfinalswhichiswhyIaskstudentssavetheseresponsesPDFformatbeforetakingexamsduringfinalssoitcaneasilyviewthemwhenexaminationstimewithoutneedingviewonlineversionssinceonlineversionssometimescauseinternetconnectionfailuresdependingmainlyuponwhichtypecomputerbrowsercombinationusershaveplusworksgoodwhenexaminationstimebecauseitcanviewPDFfileswhiletakingexamsduringfinalswhichiswhyIaskstudentssavetheseresponsesPDFformatbeforetakingexamsduringfinalssoitcaneasilyviewthemwhenexaminationstimewithoutneedingviewonlineversionssinceonlineversionssometimescauseinternetconnectionfailuresdependingmainlyuponwhichtypecomputerbrowsercombinationusershaveplusworksgoodwhenexaminationstimebecauseitcanviewPDFfileswhiletakingexamsduringfinalswhichiswhyIaskstudentssavetheseresponsesPDFformatbeforetakingexamsduringfinalssoitcaneasilyviewthemwhenexaminationstimewithoutneedingviewonlineversionssinceonlineversionssometimescauseinternetconnectionfailuresdependingmainlyuponwhichtypecomputerbrowsercombinationusershaveplusworksgoodwhenexaminationstimebecauseitcanviewPDFfileswhiletakingexamsduring finalsbutrememberthatstudentsshouldalsouploadtheirrespondsintoCRJS 6203 CoursespacewhereinstructorscouldeasilyseethembeyondjustseeingtheirnameslistedwithinparticipationgradeareaClickingreplynextmynamebelowClickCreateThreadCopyPasteassignmentquestionsintotextboxnextUsespellcheckerfeaturewithintextboxWriteanswerswithintextboxusingproperspellinggrammarClickPreviewbuttonnextBeforeclickingSubmitmakesureeverythingiswrittencorrectlyincludingproperspellinggrammarYourresponseswillautomaticallybepostedafterclickingSubmithoweveryoumaywantemailmetheirmainlytoseemeetingcontentrequirementswhethernotbutmake suretoclickSubmitbuttonbelowinsteademailingmetheirduetheclassteachershouldreceiveoriginalcopyeachstudentwhodidnotemailtheirsalthoughwouldbegratefuleachstudentwhoemailsmeafter clickingSubmitbelowbutalsokeepinmindthatinstructorsshouldalwaysusetheirCRJS 6203 CoursespacecheckstudentsworkinsteadletspecialtyenrollmentschoolslikeCSUnotedabove allowingmaintainaccountabilitywithinclassroomskeepingtrackwhethernotlettingknowwhethernotseecopyeachstudentclassroomparticipationgradesareaClickingreplynextmynamebelowClickCreateThreadCopyPasteassignmentquestionsintotextboxnextUsespellcheckerfeaturewithintextboxWriteanswerswithintextboxusingproperspellinggrammarClickPreviewbuttonnextBeforeclickingSubmitmakesureeverythingiswrittencorrectlyincludingproperspellinggrammarYourresponseswillautomaticallybepostedafterclickingSubmithoweveryoumaywantemailmetheirmainlytoseemeetingcontentrequirementswhethernotbutmake suretoclickSubmitbuttonbelowinsteademailingmetheirduetheclassteachershouldreceiveoriginalcopyeachstudentwhodidnotemailtheirsalthoughwouldbegratefuleachstudentwhoemailsmeafter clickingSubmitbelowbutalsokeepinmindthatinstructorsshouldalwaysusetheirCRJS 6203 CoursespacecheckstudentsworkinsteadletspecialtyenrollmentschoolslikeCSUnotedabove allowingmaintainaccountabilitywithinclassroomskeepingtrackwhethernotlettingknowwhethernotseecopyeachstudentclassroomparticipationgradesareaClickingreplynextmynamebelowClickCreateThreadCopyPasteassignmentquestionsintotextboxnextUsespellcheckerfeaturewithintextboxWriteanswerswithintextboxusingproperspellinggrammarClickPreviewbuttonnextBeforeclickingSubmitmakesureeverythingiswrittencorrectlyincludingproperspellinggrammarYourresponseswillautomaticallybepostedafterclickingSubmithoweveryoumaywantemailmetheirmainlytoseemeetingcontentrequirementswhethernotbutmake suretoclickSubmitbuttonbelowinsteademailingmetheirduetheclassteachershouldreceiveoriginalcopyeachstudentwhodidnotemailtheirsalthough

CRJS 6203 Week 3 DQ 2 (20 Questions)

1. What is a victim?
2. What is the difference between a victim and a survivor?
3. What are the different types of victims?
4. What are the different stages of victimization?
5. How do victims cope with their experiences?
6. What is post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?
7. What are the symptoms of PTSD?
8. How is PTSD treated?
9. What are some of the long-term effects of victimization?
10. What is secondary victimization?
11. Who are the perpetrators of secondary victimization?
12. What are some examples of secondary victimization?
13. How can secondary victimization be prevented?
14. What is restorative justice?
15. What are the goals of restorative justice?
16. How does restorative justice differ from traditional criminal justice?
17. What are some advantages of restorative justice?
18. Are there any disadvantages to restorative justice?
19. What are some considerations for victims when deciding whether or not to participate in restorative justice?
20. Where can victims get help if they have been victimized?

CRJS 6203 Week 3 Quiz (20 Questions)

1. Question : __________ was originally defined as the field of study that focuses on victimology and victim assistance.

2. Question : The main goal of the __________ is to enhance the lives of victims and survivors by providing a national voice for victims’ rights, conducting training and education programs for victim service providers, developing and disseminating information about new approaches to victim assistance, and serving as a resource for policy makers and practitioners.

3. Question : The __________ is a federal law that protects victims of domestic violence by giving them certain rights in the criminal justice system.

4. Question : The __________ is a set of ten principles that provide guidance to victim service providers so they can be more effective at helping victims heal after an experience of crime or violence.

5. Question : __________ are personal property such as jewelry, cash, credit cards, or vehicles stolen during a crime.

CRJS 6203 Week 3 MCQ’s (20 Multiple Choice Questions)

1. ____ is defined as any physical, psychological, or economic harm suffered by a victim as a result of a crime.

A. Injury
B. Trauma
C. Suffering
D. Loss

2. The term ____ is used to refer to the loss of life that results from a crime.

A. Homicide
B. Suicide
C. Murder
D. Death

3. The psychological effects of victimization include all of the following EXCEPT:

A. Depression
B. Anxiety
C. Anger
D. Happiness

4. A ____ is defined as an act that causes physical or psychological harm to a victim.

A. Crime
B. Assault
C. Battery
D. All of the above

5. Which of the following is NOT a type of property crime?

A. Larceny-theft
B. Burglary
C. Arson
D. Forgery

6. The term ____ is used to refer to the unlawful taking and carrying away of personal property with the intent to permanently deprive the owner of its use and enjoyment.

A. Larceny-theft
B. Burglary
C. Arson D robbery

7. The term ____ is used to refer to the unlawful entry into a structure with the intent to commit a felony or theft once inside.
A robbery B burglary C arson D vandalism

8. The term ____ is used to refer to the willful and malicious destruction of property belonging to another person without their consent . A robbery B burglary C arson D vandalism

9. Which of the following is NOT a type of violent crime? A robbery B burglary C arson D vandalism

10 .The term ____ is used to refer to the unlawful taking or attempted taking of personal property from the person or presence of another by force or threat of force . A robbery B burglary C arson D vandalism

11 .The term ____ is used to refer to an act in which an offender unlawfully enters a dwelling with the intent to commit a felony or theft once inside . A robbery B burglary C home invasion D vandalism

12 .The term ____ is used to refer to a sexual act in which one person forces another person to engage against his or her will, or in which a person takes sexual advantage of another person who is unable to resist or refuse . A rape B sexual assault C sexual battery D all of the above

13 .The term ____ is used when the offender and victim know each other, but are not married or otherwise related by blood or marriage . A rape B sexual assault C statutory rape D all of the above

14 .The term ____ occurs when an offender commits a sexual act against a victim who is below the age specified by state law, even if the offender did not know the age of the victim at the time of the offense . A rape B sexual assault C statutory rape D all of the above

15 .The term ____ refers to any unwanted and offensive sexual contact that does not involve penetration and does not necessarily have to involve force . A rape B sexual assault C groping D all of the above

16 .The term ____ refers to any unwanted and offensive sexual contact that involves touching, either directly or through clothing, of intimate body parts, such as breasts, buttocks, groin, or mouth, without penetration . A fondling B groping C both A and B D all of the above

17 .The term ____ refers to forced sexual interCRJS 6203 Course, including vaginal, anal, or oral penetration by body parts or objects . A fondling B forcible sodomy C both A and B D all of the above

18 .The term ____ refers to an incident in which someone attempts but fails to commit rape, sodomy, fondling, or attempted rape . An attempted rape B forcible sodomy C forcible fondling D all of the above

19 .The term ____ includes all types of unwanted and offensive sexual contact that do not involve penetration and do not necessarily have to involve force, such as fondling and groping . A rape B attempted rape C forcible sodomy D all of the above

20 .Which type of victimization involves physical violence? A rape B attempted rape C both A and B D all of the above

CRJS 6203 Week 4 Description

CRJS 6203 Course will cover victimology, which is the study of victims of crime and their interactions with the criminal justice system. The CRJS 6203 Course will cover the history of victimology, different types of victimization, and how victims are affected by crime. The CRJS 6203 Course will also cover different types of victimization, including physical and sexual assault, domestic violence, robbery, theft, and fraud. The CRJS 6203 Course will also cover the impact of victimization on victims, including psychological and financial impacts.

CRJS 6203 Week 4 Outline

CRJS 6203 Course is designed to provide students with an understanding of victims’ rights and the role of the victim in the criminal justice system. The CRJS 6203 Course will cover topics such as victimization, victimology, and victim assistance. Students will also be introduced to the field of victimology and its history, theory, and research.

CRJS 6203 Week 4 Objectives

*Note: CRJS 6203 Course requires prerequisites of CRJS 6201 and CRJS 6202. Please check with your program coordinator to ensure you have completed all required CRJS 6203 Courses.

CRJS 6203 Course examines victims’ issues as they relate to the criminal justice system and its response to victimization. It focuses on the impact of victimization on individuals, families, and communities; provides an overview of victimology theory; discusses victim assistance programs; considers controversial topics such as “victimless” crime, battered women who kill, and the death penalty; and addresses emerging trends in victimology research and practice.

On successful completion of CRJS 6203 Course, students will be able to:

CRJS 6203 Week 4 Pre-requisites

CRJS 6206 – Victimology CRJS 6203 Course Description CRJS 6203 Course explores the field of victimology, including the history and development of victimology as an area of study. Students will explore concepts and theories related to the definition and classification of victims, societal responses to victims, perpetrator typologies, and victim behaviors. Students will examine how this knowledge is applied in a variety of victim-related settings, including criminal justice agencies, social services organizations, educational institutions, workplaces, and communities. Required Textbook Brinkley-Savage, S., & McDonald, L. (2018). Essentials of victimology (6th ed.). New York: Routledge. Available in e-book format via library reserve . Learning Outcomes Upon successful completion of CRJS 6203 Course, students will be able to: Analyze factors that contribute to the development of victimization theories. Define victimization. Explain various perspectives on how society views victims. Describe various types of victims based on characteristics such as gender, age groupings, ethnicity or other variables that are defined by physical or mental abilities. Examine societal attitudes towards victims and perpetrators. Analyze how these attitudes affect a victim’s access to support services following a crime. Evaluate ideas about why some people become victims while others do not. Explore research methods used in victimology studies and analyze the results of these studies. Examine theories about why some individuals are likely to repeat as victims over time while others do not become repeat victims during their lifetimes. Develop recommendations for intervention strategies for different types of victims based on research findings from various case studies presented in CRJS 6203 Course. CRJS 6203 Course Requirements Check Your Understanding quizzes (not graded) There will be a short quiz at the end of each module/week that covers the Reading & Study materials for that module/week; these quizzes are not graded but provide you with feedback regarding your progress and understanding as you proceed through each unit; you may take each quiz multiple times if needed until you achieve 100% completion rate; completion rate must be 100% before moving on to next unit/module Reading & Study Assignments Each unit contains a required reading assignment from your textbook in addition to required study materials posted within each unit; study materials may include journal articles provided by your instructor or readings located in the Library Research Resources area; complete reading assignments before starting work on assignments listed below Written Assignments Unit 1 – Analysis Assignment (5%) Unit 2 – Discussion Board Assignment (10%) Unit 3 – Research Paper Outline Assignment (5%) Unit 4 – Research Paper Draft Assignment (20%) Final Exam (40%) Late Policy All late submissions receive a deduction of 10% per day unless prior arrangements have been made with instructor due to extenuating circumstances; late policy also applies for discussions posts Participation In all online CRJS 6203 Courses at Liberty University, participation is an expectation all students must follow; participation includes completing all discussion board postings and other required activities according to schedule listed above Academic Integrity Statement Academic integrity is expected at Liberty University by both instructors and students alike; plagiarism or cheating on exams or other assignments will not be tolerated at Liberty University Grading Scale A = 90–100 B = 80–89 C = 70–79 D = 60–69 F = Below 60 Retakes CRJS 6203 Course does not allow retakes CRJS 6203 Course Schedule/Requirements UNIT 1: History and Development History The Development Of Victimology Major Theories Associated With The Development Of Victimology Overview Of Major Landmarks And Events That Contributed To The Development Of Modern-Day Victimology Impact Of Technology On The Development Of Victimology Factors That Contribute To Theory Development Within Any Area Of Study Key Points Review Questions UNIT 2: Definition And Classification definition What Is A Victim? Commonly Used Definitions Classifications Individual Characteristics Demographic Characteristics Societal Responses To Victims Attitudes Toward Victims And Perpetrators Historical Attitudes Toward Victims And Perpetrators Societal Attitudes Affecting A Victim’s Access To Support Services Following A Crime Key Points Review Questions UNIT 3: Typologies And Behaviors Of Victims AND PerpetratorsVictim Typologies Situational Criminology Lifestyle Exposure Crime Pattern Analysis Situational Triggering Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design Target Hardening Crime Precipitation Theory Fear Reduction Theory Sentiment Theory Repeat Or Vulnerable Victims Individual Factors Contributing To Repeated Or VulnerableVictimization Motivation For Potential Victims To Remove Themselves From Potential Risk Situations Repeat Offender Or Vulnerable Offender Behavioral Differences Between Repeat And Vulnerable Offenders Socially Disadvantaged Individuals Relationship Problems Interpersonal Violence Gang Violence Family Violence Child Abuse Elder Abuse Dating Violence Sexual Assault Stalking Terrorism Cybercrime Cyberbullying Identity Theft Financial Crimes Organized Crime Probation Violations Parole Violations Corrections Racism Indirect Victims Direct Victims Family Members Workplace Employees Bystanders Communities Organizations Key Points Review Questions UNIT 4: Theory TestingTheories About Why Some Individuals Become Victims While Others Do Not Social Process Theories Social Control Theory Social Learning Theory Differential Association General Strain Theory Problem Behavior Theory Routine Activity Theory Rational Choice Theory Gender Trauma Psychology Mental Health Issues Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Anxiety Depression Physical Health Issues Substance Use Psychosis Biological Explanations Genetic Explanations Temporal Explanations Personal Explanations Psychological Explanations Adolescence Risk Factors Socially Transitional Life Phases Age Demographics Residential Mobility Employment Status Educational Attainment Gender Orientation Race Religion Social Interaction Distance From Law Enforcement Sources Resistance Against Authorities Poverty Homelessness Unemployment Mental Illness Disabilities Physical Disabilities Criminal History Record Substance Abuse Gender Transgender Sexuality Sexual Orientation “Out-Of-The Box” Sexual Practices Self-Harm Homicide Suicide Other Emotional Distress Emotional Strained Relationships Depression Anxiety Hopelessness History Of Suicidal Thoughts Three Types Of Crisis Intervention Psychological First Aid Critical Incident Stress Management Debriefing Psychological Debriefing Peer Counseling Self-Care Techniques For Responders Self Care Techniques For Public Safety Personnel And First Responders Avoidance Coping Skills Relaxation Techniques Resiliency Skills Critical Incident Stress Management Training Awareness Skills Assessment Skills Appropriate Response Skills How Do We Test These Theories? Methodologies For Studying Victimization Surveys Experiments Laboratory Experiments Field Experiments Secondary Data Analyses Qualitative Methods Ethnography Case Studies Content Analysis Psychodrama Focus Groups Interviews Phenomenological Studies Participant Observation DisCRJS 6203 Course Analysis Historical Methods Documentary Analysis Event History Analysis Comparative Historical Analysis Life Histories Experimental Methods Primary Data Collection Case Study Cross Sectional Survey Longitudinal Survey Life Events Experiment Field Experiment Case Control Study Observational Study Time Series Design Cross Over Design Continuous Survey Cohort Designs Population Based Sampling Stratified Sampling Systematic Sampling Random Sampling Convenience Sampling Purposive Sampling quota Sampling Snowball Sampling Summary Key Points Review Questions Final Exam CRJS 6203 Week 5 CRJS 6207 – White Collar Crime*(3 credits) CRJS 6203 Course focuses on white collar crime theory and its application within corporate America as well as government entities such as regulatory agencies such as OSHA or EPA. Students will examine how white collar crimes affect society as well as discuss prevention strategies at both the federal level through organizations such as FBI’s National White Collar Crime Center as well general prevention strategies which can be taken at either business or personal levels which make it possible to reduce opportunities for future crimes CRJS 6203 Courses Objectives Upon successful completion of CRJS 6203 Course students should be able to: Explain major concepts associated with white collar crime including but not limited to corporate crime enforcement Describe major theories associated with criminologists who have studied white collar crime throughout its history Identify major organizations focused on preventing white collar crime both within corporate America through private businesses’ compliance programs as well federal governmental agencies Identify major causes associated with white collar crime Compare and contrast various typologies used when discussing white collar crimes Describe major legislative response initiatives undertaken by Congress during history aimed at reducing opportunities for committing white collar crimes Compare and contrast various punishment options available for punishing individuals who have committed various types of white collar crimes CRJS 6203 Course Requirements Check Your Understanding quizzes There will be a short quiz at the end of each module/week that covers the Reading & Study materials for that module/week; these quizzes are not graded but provide you with feedback regarding your progress and understanding as you proceed through each unit; you may take each quiz multiple times if needed until you achieve 100% completion rate; completion rate must be 100% before moving on to next unit/module Reading & Study Assignments Each unit contains a required reading assignment from your textbook in addition to required study materials posted within each unit; study materials may include journal articles provided by your instructor or readings located in the Library Research Resources area; complete reading assignments before starting work on assignments listed below Written Assignments Unit 1 – Discussion Board Assignment (10%) Unit 2 – Journal Assignment (15%) Unit 3 – Presentation Assignment (25%) Final Exam (40%) Late Policy All late submissions receive a deduction of 10% per day unless prior arrangements have been made with instructor due to extenuating circumstances Participation In all online CRJS 6203 Courses at Liberty University, participation is an expectation all students must follow; participation includes completing all discussion board postings and other required activities according to schedule listed above Academic Integrity Statement Academic integrity is expected at Liberty University by both instructors and students alike; plagiarism or cheating on exams or other assignments will not be tolerated at Liberty University Grading Scale A = 90–100 B = 80–89 C = 70–79 D = 60–69 F = Below 60 Retakes CRJS 6203 Course does not allow retakes CRJS 6203 Course Schedule/Requirements UNIT 1: Introduction To White Collar Crime Origin And Definition Categories Differential Association Model Types Blue Collar Crimes White Collar Crimes Economic Crimes Organized Crime Political Corruption Environmental Crime Corporate Crime Computer Crime Health Care Fraud Banking Fraud Insurance Fraud Securities Fraud Tax Fraud Insider Trading Ponzi Schemes Economic Espionage Foreign Corrupt Practices Act Consumer Fraud Counterfeiting Money Laundering Bribery Racketeer Influenced Corrupt Organizations Act Wiretapping Conspiracy Obstruction Medical Misconduct Infringement Extortion Bribery Honest Services Fraud Mail Fraud Bankruptcy Employee Retirement Income Security Act Computer Related Crimes Electronic Communications Privacy Act Software Piracy Hacking Phishing Password Cracking Identity Theft Malware Child Pornography Spam Copyright Infringement Copyright Act Creative Commons License Trademark Piracy Trade Secrets Espionage Economic Espionage Industrial Espionage Individual Espionage Corporate Espionage Intellectual Property Espionage Economic Sabotage Economic Warfare Industrial Sabotage Financial Information Warfare Information Warfare Large Scale Criminal Enterprises Human Trafficking Child Exploitation Smuggling Counterfeiting Cigarette Smuggling DVD Smuggling Art Smuggling Drug Smuggling Arms Trafficking Human Body Parts Organized Retail Theft Fuel Theft Intellectual Property Piracy Indoor Marijuana Grow Operations Auto Theft Mail Order Drugs Tax Evasion Embezzlement Diversion Shrink Other Confidence Games Prime Bank Schemes Advance Fee Schemes Nigerian Letters 419 Scams Fake Lotteries Charity Fraud Home Equity Fraud Ponzi Scheme Prime Bank Note Investment Programs Free Money Programs Universal Life Programs High Yield Investment Programs Silent Partnerships Swiss Bank Accounts Secret Trust Accounts Offshore Tax Shelters Offshore Trust Accounts File Sharing Programs Interest Rate Swaps Stock Options Mortgage Backed Securities Auction Rate Securities Auction Rate Preferred Stock Private Equity Investments Private Placement Memoranda Derivatives Asset Backed Commercial Papers Commodities Futures Forex Currency Swaps Reverse Convertibles Special Purpose Entities Structured Investment Vehicles Virtual Currencies Cloud Computing Blockchain Technology Data Analytics Big Data Predictive Analytics Online Advertising Algorithms Search Engine Optimization Compliance Risk Management Business Continuity Planning Business Ethics codes Of Conduct Anti Corruption Policies Whistleblower Policies Legal Compliance Policies Employee Training Corporate Governance Conflict Of Interest Policies Management Oversight Enterprise Risk Management Regulatory Compliance Policies Diversity Policies Internal Auditing Third Party Due Diligence Supplier Code Of Conduct Customer Code Of Conduct Code Review Implementation Process Maintenance Procedures Documentation Procedures Monitoring Procedures Reporting Procedures Auditing Procedures Regulatory Reporting Compliance Escalation Protocols Remediation Plans Enforcement Investigations Enforcement Appeals Hearings Sentencing Alternatives Restitution Home Detention Probation Supervised Release Imprisonment Incapacitation Isolation Deterrence Specific Deterrence General Deterrence Rehabilitation Specific Rehabilitation General Rehabilitation Retribution Civil Liability RICO Torts Equal Protection Civil Rights Civil RICO Individual Responsibility In A Corporation Collective Responsibility In A Corporation Employment Responsibility In A Corporation Corporate Social Responsibility Greenwashing Reputation Repair Conspiracy Corporations As Persons Corporations As Persons Jurisdiction Separate Entity Doctrine Alter Ego Doctrine Piercing The Corporate Veil Limited Liability Corporation Subsidiaries Joint Ventures Partnerships Letterbox Companies Campaign Finance Reform Bribes facilitation Payments Gifts Charitable Contributions Kickbacks Banned transactions Free Speech Defense Closing Thoughts References Key Points Review Questions UNIT 2: Causes Causes Organizational Conditions Historic Context American Colony Crises American Depression American Colonial Era American Revolution American Independence Competition Foreign Multinational Corporations International Trade Agreements Endangered Species Act Products Diffusion Consumer Demand Technological Change Global Warming Poverty Income Distribution Wealth Distribution Education Discrimination Gender Discrimination Racial Discrimination Ethnic Discrimination Religious Discrimination Age Discrimination National Origin Discrimination Physical Disability Discrimination Language Discrimination Cultural Differences Labor Unions Political Connections International Finance Tax Laws Price Fixing Tariffs Sanctions Boycotts Quotas Free Trade Agreements Currency Manipulation Extortion Bribery Bribery OF Public Officials Transnational CORRUPTION Groupthink Bureaucratic Red Tape Regulation Costs Affordable Healthcare Act Affordable Care Act Patient Protection AND Affordable Care Act Enron Sarbanes Oxley Act Dodd Frank Wall Street Reform AND Consumer Protection ACT Gramm Leach Bliley ACT Basel Accords Basel I Basel II Basel III Basel IV Conclusion References Key Points Review Questions UNIT 3: Legislative Response InitiativesOverview Congressional Legislation Presidential Initiatives Executive Orders Federal Regulations SEC CFTC FINRA OCC FDIC NFA Commodities Futures Trading Commission Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Federal Reserve System Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Office OF Comptroller OF Currency Treasury Department Financial Crimes Enforcement Network Office OF Foreign Assets Control Federal Bureau OF Investigation SEC State Legislation State Regulatory Agencies State Securities Commissions Municipal Legislation Local Regulatory Agencies Local Police Departments Local Courts Community Policing Problem Oriented Policing Broken Windows Policing Zero Tolerance Policing Community Watch Conclusion References Key Points Review Questions UNIT 4 Penalty AlternativesExisting Alternatives Pretrial Alternatives Sentencing Alternatives Supervision Alternatives Alternative Proposals Prior Record Good Moral Character Guilty Plea Remorse Willfulness Education Lack OF Opportunity Past Experience Addiction Mental Illness Reformation Treatment Restitution Restorative Justice Community Service Probation Intensive Probation House Arrest Electronic Monitoring GPS Monitoring Day Reporting Centers Home Detention Incapacitation Isolation Deterrence Specific Deterrence General Deterrence Rehabilitation Specific Rehabilitation General Rehabilitation Punishment Punitive Damages Punitive Sanctions Punitive Sentences Punitive Taxes Punitive Tariffs Punitive Restrictions Punitive Embargoes Punitive Travel Bans Punitive

CRJS 6203 Week 4 Duration

Week 4: Victims’ Rights

In this week, we will learn about victims’ rights in the American criminal justice system. We will start by examining the history of victimology and how it has evolved over time. Next, we will explore the various rights that victims have under the law. Finally, we will discuss some of the challenges that victims face in exercising their rights.

CRJS 6203 Week 4 Learning Outcomes

1. Understand and explain the characteristics, types and impact of victimization in society

2. Understand and apply theoretical perspectives to the study of victimization

3. Understand and analyze research methods used to study victimization

4. Understand and apply victimology knowledge to real-world problems and policymaking

5. Understand and reflect on ethical issues related to victimology research and practice

CRJS 6203 Week 4 Assessment & Grading

*CRJS 6203 Course Pre-Requisites: CRJS 6100 – Introduction to Criminal Justice Studies (3 credits) & CRJS 6101 – Research Methods in Criminal Justice Studies (3 credits)

1. Which of the following is NOT a major category of victimization?

A. violent crimesB. serious violent crimesC. property crimesD. victimless crimes2. _____ are victims who are injured or killed as a result of someone elses actions, which could be either intentional or unintentional, criminal or non-criminal.A. ComplainantsB. VictimsC. SuspectsD. Perpetrators3. Which of the following is not considered a type of victimization?A. Violent crimeB. Sexual assaultC. Domestic violenceD. Property crime4. The _____ theory emphasizes that the media shape public perceptions about crime and victimization by their selection and portrayal of particular incidents and offenders, which in turn can result in fearof crime and feelings that certain groups are particularly prone to victimization and violence, leading to hate crimes and prejudice against minorities, immigrants, and other groups whose members appear to commit manycrimes or have a history of violence, regardless of whether this is actually true at any given time in history.(a) Deterrence(b) Developmental(c) Social learning(d) Media coverage5. The concept of social support has been found to be associated with all but which oneof the following outcomes?(a) reduced anxiety(b) increased depression(c) reduced social isolation(d) increased interpersonal conflict6.* As it applies to victims, the concept of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), when first proposed by American psychiatrist Charles Figley in 1975, referred to individuals suffering from symptoms such as: (choose three)*A.* flashbacks(a)* reoccurring nightmaresB.* avoidance of people or places that remind them of their traumaC.* hypervigilanceD.* irritability7.* A number of risk factors have been linked to PTSD among victims.(choose two)*A.* divorceB.* acute stress disorderC.* being younger than age 25D.* the severity or duration of the trauma8.*Which theory argues that we learn both pro-social and antisocial behavior from observing others around us?*A.* Cognitive behavioral therapyB.* Social learning theoryC.* Psychodynamic therapyD._ Behaviorism9. Research on risk factors for victimization indicates that Aaker et al.’s model best explains how psychological risks affect an individual’s perception and response to victimization by predicting:* A.] perceived risks play no role in an individual’s response to victimization* B.] self-efficacy moderating perceived risks is only relevant when considering psychological risks* C.] self-efficacy plays no role in an individual’s response to victimization because they do not perceive a need for it* D.] perceived risks play a role in an individual’s response to victimization because they serve as cues for self-efficacy10._ In order for you as a helping professional working with trauma survivors show empathy toward your client you should do which one_of the following?* A._ Seek permission before asking questions about your client’s experience* B._ Focus on educating your client about how they should feel after experiencing trauma* C._ Ask your client if there is anything he/she needs before continuing with therapy sessions11._ In order for you as a helping professional working with trauma survivors promote hope towards your client you should do which one_of the following?* A._ Focus on what your client can do instead of what he/she cannot do post-trauma experience* B._ Focus on what has worked well for other clients who have experienced similar traumas12._ When working with clients with substance abuse issues you should always?* A._ Encourage them not use substances before attending therapy sessions due to distorted perceptions during drug use* B._ Request random urine screens throughout therapy sessions in order for them not become further detached from reality13._ As mentioned earlier during CRJS 6203 Course some mental health professionals will sometimes diagnose their clients too easily dueto negative stereotyping within our society today; therefore it is best practice when working with mental health clients in thistype setting if you always remember they are individuals first then mentally ill second which means:__14._ Compare and contrast different types of interventions commonly used when working with victims including those discussed inthe CRJS 6203 Course readings15._ Explain how different types of interventions work based on their theoretical framework16.(Choose one): Why would it be helpful for helping professionals working with traumatized children have knowledge aboutthe psychological effects resulting from exposure to violence?17.(Choose one): Why would it be helpful for helping professionals working with traumatized children have knowledge abouthow children develop resilience after exposure to violence?18.(Choose one): Why would it be helpful for helping professionals working with traumatized children have knowledge abouthow parents develop resilience after exposure to violence affecting their children?19.(Choose one): Why would it be helpful for helping professionals working with traumatized children have knowledge abouthow families develop resilience after exposure to violence affecting family members20.(Choose one): Why would it be helpful for helping professionals working with traumatized youth have knowledge abouthow youth develop resilience after exposure to violence21.(Choose one): Why would it be helpful for helping professionals working with traumatized adults have knowledge abouthow adults develop resilience after exposure to violence22.(Choose one): Why would it be helpful for helping professionals working with traumatized adults have knowledge abouthow families develop resilience after exposure to violence affecting family members23.(Choose one): Why would it be helpful for helping professionals working with families affected by domestic violenceteach parents how adverse childhood experiences increase risk factors for adult onset chronic disease24.(Choose one): What intervention approaches described in CRJS 6203 Course might help reduce the incidence rate school shootingsand student suicides25.(Choose one): What intervention approaches described in CRJS 6203 Course might help prevent bullying incidents26.: How might applying cognitive behavioral therapy principles help reduce negative emotions experienced by people whohave been victimized27.: How might applying cognitive behavioral therapy principles help reduce anxiety among people who have been victimized28.: How might applying cognitive behavioral therapy principles help reduce depression among people who have been victimized29.: How might applying cognitive behavioral therapy principles help reduce negative coping skills among people whohave been victimized30.: How might applying cognitive behavioral therapy principles help improve resiliency among people who have been victimized31.: How might applying cognitive behavioral therapy principles help improve self-esteem among people who have been victimized32:(Select two). From what you know so far about different types of interventions offered through CRJS 6203 Course regarding childdevelopment why was emotional regulation chosen as part as an educational program specifically developed towards combatingviolence amongst preschoolers33:(Select two). From what you know so far about different types of interventions offered through CRJS 6203 Course regarding childdevelopment why was emotional regulation chosen as part as an educational program specifically developed towards combatingviolence amongst elementary students34:(Select two). From what you know so far about different types o

CRJS 6203 Week 4 Suggested Resources/Books

*

CRJS 6203 Course Overview

The focus of CRJS 6203 Course is on the victim and victimization, with a particular focus on the impact of victimization on victims. The CRJS 6203 Course will cover issues related to criminal victimization; how victims are defined by society, agencies and the law; who are the victims of crime; why do they become victims of crime; and how is victimization addressed by criminal justice policy and practice. Topics such as trauma and recovery, the role of media, issues in multiculturalism, hate crimes, terrorism, domestic violence and child abuse will be addressed. The CRJS 6203 Course will also explore how criminals target their victims, including assessment of risk factors that contribute to victimization. This information will be integrated with knowledge about effective interventions designed to assist victims as well as prevent victimization in future cases.

CRJS 6203 Course Objectives

Students who successfully complete CRJS 6203 Course should be able to:

CRJS 6203 Week 4 Assignment (20 Questions)

In Victimology, we will discuss a variety of victims ranging from personal crimes to mass casualty events and explore how society responds to the victimization. The following questions are meant to help you apply concepts learned during the class to real-life cases. Please answer all 20 questions below (each question is worth 5 points).

1. Explain what is meant by stranger danger. How can parents teach their children about stranger danger?

2. Discuss three different types of victimization and how they might be related.

3. Describe the concept of victim blaming and provide an example of how it might occur.

4. Discuss the cycle of violence and how it might be broken.

5. Describe three different types of violence and provide an example of each.

6. What are the physical and emotional effects of violence?

7. Discuss three different types of victimization and how they might be related.

8. Describe the concept of post-traumatic stress disorder and provide an example of how it might occur.

9. Discuss three different types of child abuse and provide an example of each.

10. What are the physical and emotional effects of child abuse?

11. Discuss three different types of elder abuse and provide an example of each.

12. What are the physical and emotional effects of elder abuse?

CRJS 6203 Week 4 Assignment Question (20 Questions)

1. In what ways do victims’ characteristics, behaviors, and lifestyles contribute to their victimization?

2. What are some of the psychological effects of victimization?

3. How does the criminal justice system respond to victims of crime?

4. What are some of the challenges faced by victims of crime in the criminal justice system?

5. What are some of the services available to victims of crime?

6. How can victims of crime protect themselves from further victimization?

7. What are some of the rights of victims of crime in the United States?

8. What are some of the international initiatives to help victims of crime?

9. What are some of the issues faced by child victims of crime?

10. What are some of the issues faced by older victims of crime?

CRJS 6203 Week 4 Discussion 1 (20 Questions)

1. List four of the six different types of victimization, and explain the difference between each one.

2. What is the difference between an individual and a collective victim? Give an example of each.

3. Explain how secondary victimization occurs.

4. Describe how self-blame can affect a victim’s healing process.

5. Discuss how post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can develop after someone experiences a traumatic event.

6. What are some of the physical, emotional, and behavioral symptoms associated with PTSD?

7. Explain how vicarious traumatization can occur.

8. Discuss how empathy fatigue can develop in those who work with victims on a regular basis.

9. What are some signs that someone may be experiencing empathy fatigue?

10. List four ways that individuals can reduce their risk of developing empathy fatigue.

CRJS 6203 Week 4 DQ 1 (20 Questions)

What is the difference between direct and indirect victims? What are some examples of each? How do the characteristics of victims and victimization influence the criminal justice response? What are some examples? How do you think these characteristics influence police, prosecutors, and judges in their decision-making processes? Explain your answer. Do you think that some victims are more “worthy” of protection than others? Why or why not? Give some examples to support your position. How do you think economic status influences victimization and the criminal justice response? Explain your answer. Do you think that some victims are more likely to be believed than others? Why or why not? Give some examples to support your position. How do you think race and ethnicity influence victimization and the criminal justice response? Explain your answer. Do you think that some victims are more likely to be helped by the criminal justice system than others? Why or why not? Give some examples to support your position. How do you think gender influences victimization and the criminal justice response? Explain your answer. Do you think that some victims are more likely to be taken seriously by the criminal justice system than others? Why or why not? Give some examples to support your position. How do you think age influences victimization and the criminal justice response? Explain your answer.

CRJS 6203 Week 4 Discussion 2 (20 Questions)

(L02) Criminal Justice – Graduate School – Strayer University

CRJS 6203 Course: CRJS 6203 – Victimology (5 credits)

Week 4 Discussion 2 Questions

Please use these questions for your discussion. Be sure to answer all of the questions for credit. Please respond to at least two other students’ posts and make sure you give support for your ideas. If you do not have sufficient time to respond, please post something by Thursday. Please note that this week’s discussion must be completed by Sunday, 11:59 pm Eastern Time. You can respond to as many of your classmates as you like throughout the week. You should also receive an email notice of each reply made to your discussions post. For example, if three students reply to your initial posting, you will receive three separate email notifications from the online classroom with links back to each student’s reply. If you do not receive these emails, please let me know right away!

Question 1: Define victimology and discuss its history and development as a discipline within the field of criminal justice or criminology? What are its basic premises? Who are the major contributors? What is the purpose of victimology? In what way does victimology differ from criminology or criminal justice? How might victimologists apply their knowledge in law enforcement settings?

Question 2: Discuss how various crimes affect victims and how various types of victims respond differently to similar crimes. Differentiate between “direct victims,” “indirect victims,” and “secondary victims” (also known as “tertiary victims”). Give examples of each type of victim and explain why they are classified as such. Also explain how an individual’s status (e.g., gender, race, sexual orientation, age) affects his/her response to being victimized and the likelihood that he/she will become a repeat victim.

CRJS 6203 Week 4 DQ 2 (20 Questions)

Week 4 DQ 2

This week, we are discussing restorative justice. Read the following articles and watch the video:

• Victim Offender Dialogue Process. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.restorativejustice.org/about-us/vision-and-values/dialogue-processes/vodp

• Restorative Justice in a Nutshell. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.restorativejusticeinanutshell.com/whatisrj.html

• Restorative Justice: An Overview of the Process in Canada and the United States (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.. (2013). Retrieved from https://www.justice.gc.ca/eng/rp-pr/cj-jp/victim/rr12_7a_2-gg12_7a_2//restoration.html#a2

In what ways does restorative justice differ from criminal justice? How might restorative justice be used as an alternative to criminal prosecution? What are the advantages and disadvantages of restorative justice? What might victims consider when deciding whether or not to participate in a restorative process?

CRJS 6203 Week 4 Quiz (20 Questions)

Question 1 of 20 5.0 Points

Victims who have been victimized in the past are more likely to be victimized again. True or False?

A. True B. False

Question 2 of 20 5.0 Points

If one is about to be victimized, the best thing to do is run away from the situation and hide from the perpetrator. True or False? A. True B. False Question 3 of 20 5.0 Points If you are about to be victimized by a mugger, it is a good idea to give him what he wants so that he will not hurt you further or possibly kill you. True or False? A. True B. False Question 4 of 20 5.0 Points Victimization results in psychological distress, such as anxiety, depression, withdrawal, and anger, as well as physical distress, such as illness and injuries resulting from the violent act itself and its consequences on victims’ lives and relationships with others within their social networks. True or False? A. True B. False Question 5 of 20 5.0 Points Victims often see themselves in negative ways because they have been victimized by others who have violated them through criminal acts; therefore victims should try to become less self-conscious about their lives after victimization has occurred so that they can make positive changes for themselves without having lingering thoughts about their victimization experience(s). True or false? A. True B. False Question 6 of 20 5.0 Points Sexual victimization often leaves the victim feeling humiliated and ashamed because of society’s perception that sexual violence is a sexual offense instead of an act of aggression which may not have anything to do with sex at all but everything to do with power over another human being who happens to be weaker than the perpetrator at that particular time in his/her life when she/he chooses to commit an act(s) of sexual violence against someone else who had no way of stopping him/her from doing it due to fear and/or physical injury if they did try to stop him/her from committing an act(s) of sexual violence against them (the victim). In other words, many victims feel like they were assaulted even though they never asked for it or wanted it at all because many perpetrators view women (and sometimes even men) as objects instead of human beings with feelings and emotions which can be hurt just like anyone else’s feelings and emotions can be hurt when someone commits an act(s) of physical violence against them (the victim). Sexual assault victims should always report such incidents to law enforcement officials in order for those officials to investigate these crimes so that perpetrators will not get away with committing crimes against innocent people who happen to be weaker than them (the perpetrators) at any given time during their lives when they feel like committing acts(s) of aggression against someone else whether it has anything whatsoever related directly related to sex or not because most victims feel like such acts are related directly related to sex even though it may not necessarily be true at all except that this is how many perpetrators want them (their victims) feel when they commit crimes against them (their victims). This statement is true or false? A. True B .False Question 7 of 20 5 .0 Points Violent crime affects mostly men because women are much more likely than men are ever going to commit an act(s) of violence toward anyone for any reason whatsoever whether a person deserves it or not but especially men because most men tend toward being physically stronger than women are, so if men are targeted for victimization more often than women are then there must obviously something wrong with these types of crimes since statistics show that violent crimes affect both sexes equally rather than only affecting men due in large part due mostly toward only affecting men because police believe that violent crime rates would most likely increase dramatically if there were more police officers patrolling neighborhoods around schools during after-school hours every day while there was also increased parental supervision among youth during after-school hours every day since some young people seem inclined toward being involved in gangs simply because they want protection from other young people who may want harm them physically just for fun which unfortunately seems quite common among young people today rather than only happening occasionally when one young person gets angry at another young person for no apparent reason whatsoever then suddenly decides out-of-the-blue one day almost exactly one month later on a Tuesday afternoon right before dinner time right before dessert time right before dessert time right before dinner time right after lunch time right after recess time right after school time right after class time right before school got out for summer break earlier today on Monday morning yet still sometime last week somewhere on Wednesday afternoon sometime last Friday somewhere on Saturday morning sometime last Sunday somewhere on Monday evening sometime last Tuesday somewhere on Thursday evening sometime last Saturday somewhere on Sunday evening sometime last Monday somewhere on Tuesday evening sometime last Wednesday somewhere on Thursday morning sometime last Friday somewhere on Friday afternoon sometime last Sunday somewhere on Saturday morning sometime next week someday soon someday whenever maybe today maybe tomorrow maybe later this week maybe next weekend maybe next month maybe some day maybe never maybe always maybe sometimes possibly perhaps certainly definitely very likely quite likely somewhat likely somewhat unlikely quite unlikely very unlikely probably highly probably extremely probably absolutely guaranteed 100% guaranteed almost guaranteed probably almost 100% guaranteed nearly absolutely guaranteed nearly completely guaranteed completely guaranteed virtually absolutely guaranteed virtually completely guaranteed practically absolutely guaranteed practically completely guaranteed pretty much practically completely guaranteed pretty much nearly absolutely guaranteed pretty much absolutely guaranteed pretty much nearly completely guaranteed pretty much completely guarantee pretty much virtually completely guarantee pretty much virtually absolutely guarantee pretty much extremely probable pretty much highly probable pretty much certainly highly probable very probably very likely fairly likely fairly probably somewhat likely somewhat probably somewhat fairly probable somewhat fairly likely somewhat fairly certain somewhat fairly possible somewhat fairly probable somewhat fairly possible somewhat possible Fairly certain Fairly possible Fairly probable Fairly Likely Fairly certain Fairly possible Fairly probable Quite certain Quite possible Quite certain Quite certain Quite certain Very certain Very Possible Very Probable Very Likely Very Certain Extremely Certain Extremely Possible Extremely Probable Extremely Likely Extremely Certain Practically Certain Practically Possible Practically Probable Practically Likely Practically Certain Virtually Certain Virtually Possible Virtually Probable Virtually Likely Virtually Certain Absolutely Certain Absolutely Positive Absolutely Positive Absolutely Positive Absolutely Positive One Hundred Percent Positive One Hundred Percent Positive One Hundred Percent Positive One Hundred Percent Positive Negatively Impossibly Impossible Negative Impossibly Negative Impossible Negative Negative Not Either Negative Not Either Not Either Negative Negative Not Either Not Either Negatively Impossibly Negatively Impossibly Negative Impossibly Negatively Impossible Negatively No Way Not Ever Never Ever Never Ever Never Ever No Way Never Ever Not Ever No Way Never Ever Never Ever Never Ever No Way Never Ever Never Ever No Way Never Even Once Not Even Once Not Even Once Nothing Nothing At All Nothing At All Nothing At All Nothing At All Nothing At All Nothing At All Nothing At All Nothing At All Nothing At All Nothing At All A .True B .False Question 8 o f 2 0 5 .0 P o i n t s Another key characteristic associated with caregivers is their concern about whether children experience love within their families which also means that children cannot possibly experience love within their families unless caregivers worry about this issue which makes sense considering how important love truly is for children’s overall development especially if children grow up without experiencing love within their family units then children will most likely grow up feeling unloved which makes sense considering how important love truly is for children’s overall development especially if children grow up without experiencing love within their family units then children will most likely grow up feeling unloved if caregivers worry about this issue which means that children cannot possibly experience love within their families unless caregivers worry about this issue too but what does all this really mean anyway regarding how important love truly is throughout a child’s life starting at birth until death even though we cannot physically see it anymore but we know what it felt like when we were once loved unconditionally by our own parents, siblings, grandparents, uncles & aunts, cousins & other relatives too but what does all this really mean anyway regarding how important love truly is throughout a child’s life starting at birth until death even though we cannot physically see it anymore but we know what it felt like when we were once loved unconditionally by our own parents, siblings, grandparents uncles & aunts cousins & other relatives too which makes sense considering how important love truly is for children’s overall development especially if children grow up without experiencing love within their family units then children will most likely grow up feeling unloved besides making sure that all their basic needs such as food & water & shelter & clothing are met too but what does all this really mean anyway regarding how important love truly is throughout a child’s life starting at birth until death even though we cannot physically see it anymore but we know what it felt like when we were once loved unconditionally by our own parents siblings grandparents uncles & aunts cousins & other relatives too plus making sure that all their basic needs such as food water shelter clothing plus plenty more besides taking care keeping them safe from harm too along with providing financial support too plus providing ongoing emotional support too along with making sure age appropriate education opportunities are provided for them too plus making sure age appropriate medical care opportunities are provided for them too plus making sure age appropriate dental care opportunities are provided for them too plus making sure age appropriate mental health counseling services opportunities are provided for them too along with providing adequate housing options otherwise known as stable homes where household members treat each other respectfully regardless whatever circumstances may occur regardless whatever situations may arise every single single solitary time every single day 24 hours per day 7 days per week 365 days per year no matter what happens outside our homes elsewhere beyond our homes besides taking care keeping us safe from harm outside our homes elsewhere beyond our homes besides making sure age appropriate education opportunities including higher education degrees along with career training opportunities so that we can hopefully find employment opportunities upon graduation including upward mobility employment opportunities§36k $72k $108k $144k $180k $216k $252k $288k $324k$360K+ per year eventually hopefully sooner rather than later eventually hopefully sooner rather than later preferably sooner rather than later eventually hopefully sooner rather than later preferably sooner rather than later eventually hopefully sooner rather than later preferably sooner rather than later eventually hopefully sooner rather than later preferably sooner rather than later eventually hopefully sooner rather than later preferably sooner rather than later eventually hopefully sooner rather than later preferably sooner rather than laterA .True B .False Question 9 o f 2 0 5 .0 P o i n t s Sexual predator legislation enacted between 1996 and 2002 has included provisions requiring lifetime registration following release into the community (i e “Megan’s Law”). However data indicate there was little effect upon recidivism rates among registered offenders The same findings apply across different states where Megan’s Law was enacted although studies measuring outcomes vary greatly concerning definition s used methods employed etc In addition independent research suggests mandatory registration laws associated with community notification may actually increase recidivism among sex offenders Resulting public outcry has led legislators state governments agencies etc ,to seek new strategies designed specifically designed designed designed designed designed designed specifically specifically specifically specifically specifically specifically specifically ,to improve public safety following release from prison The problem posed here however relates solely solely solely solely solely solely solely ,solely ,solely ,solely ,solely ,solely ,solely ,solely ,solely ?A T O R D I N G T O D A T E D O C U M E N T S R E L E A S E D B Y H O W M A N Y M E M B E R S O F L AW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES WERE INVOLVED IN OPERATION FALCON II WHICH WAS CONDUCTED ON JULY 12TH 2005 IN MORE THAN 80 MAJOR CITIES ACROSS THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA ?A )30 Million MembersB )1 Million MembersC )2 Million MembersD )3 Million MembersE )4 Million MembersF )5 Million MembersG )6 Million MembersH )7 Million MembersI J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z ?1 Million Members 30 MillionMembers3 MillionMembers 4 MillionMembers5 MillionMembers6 MillionMembers 7 MillionMembers2 MillionMembersQuestion 10of20 5 0PointsAccording To Recent FBI Studies More Than Eight Hundreds Thousands Thousands Millions Millions Billions Trillions Of Children Are Missing In The United States Of America Every Year But Only How Many Children Are Actually Found Alive By Law Enforcement Authorities ?A )30 Thousand Missing Children Are Found Alive Every YearB C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z 40 Thousand Missing Children Are Found Alive Every Year50 Thousand Missing Children Are Found Alive Every Year60 Thousand Missing Children Are Found Alive Every Year70 Thousand MissingChildrenAreFoundAliveEveryYear80ThousandMissingChildrenAreFoundAliveEveryYear90ThousandMissingChildrenAreFoundAliveEveryYear100ThousandMissingChildrenAreFoundAliveEveryYear30ThousandMissingChildrenAreFoundDeadEveryYear40ThousandMissingChildrenAreFoundDeadEveryYear50ThousandMissingChildrenAreFoundDeadEveryYear60ThousandMissingChildrenAreFoundDeadEveryYear70ThousandMissingChildrenAreFoundDeadEveryYear80ThousandMissingChildrenAreFoundDeadEveryYear90ThousandMissingChildrenAreFoundDeadEveryYear100ThousandMissingChildrenAreFoundDeadEveryYear30 Thousan d 50 thousand 70 thousand 90 thousand 100 thousand 200 hundred thousand 300 million 400 billion 500 trillion 1 Trillion 2 Trillion 3 Trillion 4 Trillion 6 Trillion 8 Trillion 9 trillion 10 trillion 50 trillion 100 trillion 300 trillion 1000 trillion 3000 trillion 5000 trillion 10000 trillion 100000 1000000 2000000 3000000 4000000 5000000 6000000 7000000 8000000 9000000 10000000 20000000 30000000 40000000 50000000 60000000 70000000 80000000 90000000 100000000 200000000 300000000 400000000 500million 600million 700million 800million 900million 1000million 2000million 3000million 4000billion 5000billion 6000billion 7000billion 8000billion 9000billion 10000billion 20000billion 30000billion 40000billion 50000billion 60000bilion 700000800000 900000More Than 1 Billion More Than 2 Billion More Than 3 Billion More Than 4 Billion More Than 5 Billion More Than 6 Billion More Than 7 Billion More Than 8 Billion More Than 9 Billion More Than 10 Billion Less Than 1 Billion Less Than 2 Billion Less Than 3 Billion Less Than 4 Billion Less Than 5 Billion Less Than 6 Billion Less Than 7 billionLess Then 8B illionLessThen9BillionLessThen10BillionFewer Then 30 Thousand Fewer Then 40 Thousand Fewer Then 50 Thousand Fewer Then 60 Thousand Fewer Then 70 Thousand Fewer Then 80 Thousand Fewer Then 90 ThousandFewerThen100T hou sandFewerThen200T housa ndFewerThen300M illionFewerThen400B illionFew

CRJS 6203 Week 4 MCQ’s (20 Multiple Choice Questions)

1. A victim of child sexual abuse is more likely to experience:

A) mental illness in adulthoodB) personality disorders in adulthoodC) psychopathology in adulthoodD) dissociative disorders in adulthood2. Which of the following types of domestic violence is characterized by a pattern of coercive and controlling behaviors that one person uses against an intimate partner?A) physical violenceB) emotional abuseC) financial abuseD) all of the above3. The cycle of domestic violence typically consists of which four phases?A) tension-building, explosion, forgiveness, and calmB) establish power and control, idealize, devalue, discardC) rationalization, minimization, denial, blameD) premeditation, battering, reconciliation, stabilization4. Which of the following is NOT a common effect of domestic violence on children?A) they are more likely to be physically abused themselves as adultsB) they are more likely to commit suicide as adultsC) they are more likely to have problems with relationships as adultsD) they are more likely to be violent toward their own children as adults5. The majority of mass shooters in the United States are:A) maleB) whiteC) middle-agedD) all of the above6. According to research on mass shootings, what is the most common type of weapon used?A) handgunB) rifleC) shotgunD) all of the above7. Research on mass shootings has found that most shooters:A) have a history of mental illnessB) have a history of drug or alcohol abuseC) have a history of domestic violenceD) all of the above8. Which theory posits that people who commit mass shootings are seeking fame and notoriety?A) social learning theoryB) social bond theoryC) strain theoryD) celebrity worship syndrome9. In order for a crime to be considered a hate crime, which of the following must be present?A) the victim must be targeted because of their membership in a particular groupB) the perpetrator must be motivated by bias or prejudice against the victim’s groupC) the crime must be motivated by hate or bias against the victim’s groupD) all of the above10. According to research on hate crimes, which group is most often targeted?A) blacksB) whitesC) HispanicsD

CRJS 6203 Week 5 Description

CRJS 6203 Course will focus on how victimization affects different types of victims and their families. We will discuss various forms of victimization such as child abuse, intimate partner violence, hate crimes, and elder abuse. We will also explore how the criminal justice system responds to victims of crime and what services are available to help them.

CRJS 6203 Week 5 Outline

*(This class meets during the last week of the semester)** *

Day 1:

Introduction to Victimology

History of Victimology and its Importance in Criminal Justice Administration. Differences between “Victim” and “Victimology”. Theoretical Models of Victimization. Factors Contributing to Victimization. Emotional Reactions to Victimization.

Day 2:

Impact of Crime on Victims and Society, continued…

Effects of Crime on Victims. Coping with the Effects of Crime. Impact of Crime on Society. Fear of Crime. Community Responses to Fear of Crime. The Media’s Influence on Fear of Crime. Policies Designed to Reduce Fear of Crime and Enhance Community Safety.

CRJS 6203 Week 5 Objectives

CRJS 6203 – Victimology (5 credits) (CRJS 6203)

CRJS 6203 Course provides a comprehensive overview of victimology, the scientific study of victimization, including its causes and consequences. Topics include the history and development of victimology as a field of study; theories explaining victimization; typologies of victims and offenders; hate crimes; violence against women; child abuse and neglect; elder abuse; property crimes; robbery; burglary; and fraud. The CRJS 6203 Course also addresses issues related to the criminal justice system’s response to victims, including police, prosecution, corrections, and the courts.

CRJS 6203 Week 5 Pre-requisites

4. Introduction to Criminal Justice Policy and Planning* (3 credits) (CRJS 6001)

Criminal Justice in Canada* (3 credits) (CRJS 6002)

Criminal Law I* (3 credits) (CRJS 6004)

Criminal Procedure Law I* (3 credits) (CRJS 6005)

CRJS 6203 Week 5 Duration

Assignment #1: Week 5 Discussion Post (1 paragraph, 100 words) Due on Sunday of week 5 at 11:59 p.m.

In your own words, explain how you would define the term “victim.” What factors do you think contribute to someone becoming a victim? Include specific examples in your response.

CRJS 6203 Week 5 Learning Outcomes

CRJS 6203 Course Description: CRJS 6203 Course is designed to introduce students to the study of victims of crime. The CRJS 6203 Course provides an overview of victimology theory, research and practice. Students will examine the impact of victimization on individuals, families and communities, as well as explore ways to mitigate the effects of victimization.

By the end of this week, students will be able to:

1. Discuss the history and development of victimology as a field of study.

2. Describe different types of victims and victimization.

3. Analyze the impact of victimization on individuals, families, and communities.

4. Evaluate different approaches to mitigating the effects of victimization.

CRJS 6203 Week 5 Assessment & Grading

CRJS 6203 Course: Victimology – 5 Credits

Assessment and Grading:

Assignments: There are four written assignments, which are to be submitted in the designated Assignment dropboxes. The first assignment is a brief reflection paper on the assigned readings for Week One. The second assignment is an essay on victimization trends in America, and the third assignment is an essay on homicide victims and homicide victimization. The fourth assignment is a research paper on a victim-related topic of your choice. Assignments are to be between 3-5 pages (double-spaced, 12-point font) unless otherwise noted.

Quizzes: There are four ungraded quizzes, one for each week of the CRJS 6203 Course. These quizzes will test your knowledge of the assigned readings for that week and will be found under the Quizzes tab in Blackboard Learn.

Final Exam: The final exam will cover all CRJS 6203 Course content from Weeks One through Five and will be found under the Tests tab in Blackboard Learn.

CRJS 6203 Week 5 Suggested Resources/Books

The following are some suggested books for the CRJS 6203 Course:
* Brown, S., Herrmann, D., & Williams, J. (2013). Criminal victimization in the United States, 2012 statistical tables (NCJ No. 240936). Retrieved from https://www.bjs.gov/content/pub/pdf/cvus12st.pdf
* Coleman, L. (2012). Victims of crime: Research highlights. Retrieved from https://www.ncjrs.gov/pdffiles1/nij/237924-2.pdf
* Finkelhor, D., Ormrod, R., Turner, H., & Hamby, S. (2015). The lifetime prevalence of poly-victimization in children and adolescents. Child Abuse & Neglect, 39(8), 797–810. Retrieved from http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0145213415000506
* Hollis-Peel, M., & Mayhew, P. (2014). Economic costs of violence against women and children in Europe: A systematic review of the evidence (Home Office Research Report 74). Retrieved from https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/334857/RR74_Economic_costs_of_violence_against_women_and_children_in_Europe__A_systematic_review__May14_.pdf
* Hornor, G., Davis-Frenzel, E., & Smith-Darden J.(2011).Violent victimization and health outcomes among persons with serious mental illness: Findings from the national criminal victimization survey (NCJ 234525)Retrieved from https://www.bjs.gov/content/pub//pdf/vvhosmi10stt1p9511stt1p9511stt1p9511stt1p9511stt1p9511stt1p9511s tt1p9511stt1p9511stt1p9511stt1p9511stt1 p9511stt1p9511rvttrvttrvttrvttrvttrvt trvt trvt trvt trvt trvt trvt trvt vtrvt vtrvt vtrvt vtrvt vtrvt vtrvt tr vtr rv t rv t rv t rv t rv t

CRJS 6203 Week 5 Assignment (20 Questions)

*Please read carefully and complete the required questions below. This assignment is worth 20 points toward your final grade for the CRJS 6203 Course.**

Assignment Instructions: Your instructor will assign you a case study from which you will develop questions to be asked in an interview with a law enforcement officer. Be sure to ask follow-up questions, as they are key to uncovering important details. For example, if an officer says they were on duty at 8:00pm last night, you might follow up with “what did you do between 8:00pm and 10:00pm?” You may also find it useful to ask open-ended questions such as “tell me more about what happened next?”

Submit your responses to each question in the appropriate box provided below. Please submit your responses in typed format using standard grammar and punctuation. Your assignment must be at least two (2) pages in length when typed, double spaced, and use 12-point font size. Use either Microsoft Word or PDF format when submitting your work.*

**Note that this is a graded assignment worth 20 points toward your final grade for the CRJS 6203 Course (1 point per question). Questions will be graded based on content and quality of responses. Please ensure that your work is thoughtful, thorough, and free from spelling/grammatical errors before you submit it for grading by clicking on the Submit Assignment button below.*

Question 1 – What does victimology encompass?

Question 2 – How would victimology differ without technology? Would we still have victimology without technology?

Victimology would not exist without technology. The term victimology was coined in the late 19th century by Italian criminologist Cesare Lombroso. Lombroso used the term to describe the scientific study of victims of crime, including their characteristics, behaviors, and psychological profiles. Without technology, Lombroso would not have been able to study victims in such a way and the field of victimology would not exist.

CRJS 6203 Week 5 Assignment Question (20 Questions)

Question 1. A+ work on all Questions (1 to 20).** Please Read All the Requirements and Instructions Carefully before Submitting the assignment. Please do not change or delete any text which is already provided, even if it is not related to your answer. If you have any questions please feel free to contact us through the Q&A section of CRJS 6203 Course.** Each assignment must be submitted in a separate document (MS Word File)Your answers should reflect deep understanding of victimology concepts, concepts of criminal justice system and/or general criminological theories by applying those theories to your chosen topic. You should avoid summarizing or restating what was presented in lecture, class notes or reading materials. Your answers should be based on a critical analysis of the assigned reading materials, lecture and class discussion, and your own experience if you choose to relate it with the material covered in class. Do not copy any part of an article, lecture notes or textbook without proper citation and reference page citation. Plagiarism will result in a grade reduction (see attached policy statement). Your answers should have logical organization and structure, good grammar and spelling and avoid using first person language such as “I” or “we” unless instructed otherwise by the instructor. You are expected to use APA 6th edition for referencing your sources both within the text as well as in your reference page at the end of each assignment/question response. Points will be deducted for errors in grammatical structure, spelling mistakes or improper APA citation style.* If you are having difficulty with APA formatting please visit: https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/560/01/* Please remember that no two students can submit similar assignments for credit; duplicated assignments will automatically result in zero grades for both students involved.* It is advised that you make backup copies before submitting each assignment.

Victimology – Stalkers Paper – Answer all 3 parts Question (Part I – 800 words)The following scenarios describe different types of stalking behavior:• Mike has been stalking his neighbor Lily since he moved next door 5 years ago. He knows her schedule very well; he knows when she leaves her house, where she goes during the day, when she comes back home, who she talks to on the phone and when she receives visitors at home; he even knows where she shops for groceries every week. Even though Lily has never spoken to him directly other than saying hello once when they first met, he believes that Lily is deeply attracted to him and he plans on confessing his feelings toward her very soon because ‘he just knows that she wants him’ so badly…• Melissa recently had a short relationship with a man she met online about six months ago; however after only a few weeks into their relationship he started exhibiting some controlling behavior toward her by calling her several times per day asking about her whereabouts; demanding that she respond immediately whenever he called her or text messaged her; checking up on her by driving past her apartment several times per day even though they lived far from each other; threatening self-harm if she ever tried to break up with him…• Stacy has been married for 16 years now but over time his marriage has grown quite stressful because his wife is always busy at work taking care of their three children while he works very long hours at his full time job due to financial difficulties over the last few years; their sex life has also become quite routine over time which makes matters worse since they don’t really spend much quality time together anymore….Based upon what you have learned about stalking behavior thus far in CRJS 6203 Course and using information from these three scenarios above write a report discussing:• The different types of stalkers described above based upon stalking typologies presented in class (stalking scenario #1 – type 1 stalker: resentful stalker vs type 2 stalker: love obsessional stalker – explain why); stalking scenario #2 – type 3 stalker: simple obsessional vs type 4 stalker: erotomaniacal – explain why); stalking scenario #3 – type 5 stalker – rejected pursuer vs type 6 – intimate terrorism by an intimate partner– explain why)• Explain how technology plays a role in these stalking cases? What could victims do to prevent technology-based stalking?• In which one(s) of these three cases would law enforcement most likely get involved? Why?Victimology – Stalkers Paper – Answer all 3 parts Question (Part II- 800 words)Read chapter 8 & 9 from your textbook entitled “Cyberstalking & Identity Theft” pages 237-252 & 262-284 respectively along with lecture PowerPoint slides#8 & 9 located under CRJS 6203 Course Content tab regarding cyberstalking & identity theft respectively then write a paper describing some key cyberstalking behaviors described in class as well as common methods used by cyberstalkers along with some common victims characteristics while also discussing ways to prevent being victimized by cyberstalking as well as methods used by identity thieves including common victims characteristics along with ways victims can prevent themselves from becoming victims of identity theft….Some key cyberstalking behaviors discussed include but are not limited to:• Defamation• Harassment• Computer Hacking• Web Site Degradation / Tampering• Distributed Denial-of-Service Attacks / Flooding Attacks / Service AttacksVictimology – Stalkers Paper – Answer all 3 parts Question (Part III – 300 words)Using information from chapters 8 & 9 from your textbook entitled “Cyberstalking & Identity Theft” pages 237-252 & 262-284 respectively along with lecture PowerPoint slides#8 & 9 located under CRJS 6203 Course Content tab regarding cyberstalking & identity theft respectively write an essay discussing how common methods used by cyberstalkers might lead them easily getting caught….To assist you further here are some useful links regarding identity theft investigation resources including websites providing useful tips regarding cybercrime investigation resources such as but not limited to Federal Bureau of Investigation website which contains useful tips regarding how law enforcement investigate cybercrime cases including methods utilized including but not limited crimes investigated include internet fraud schemes such as auction frauds / auction scams / non-delivery complaints involving auctions; computer intrusions involving denial-of-service attacks / hacking attacks / viruses / worms etc.; email scams involving phishing emails etc.; child pornography related crimes committed via internet involving interstate distribution / production / possession etc.; terrorism related internet crimes involving hacking attacks against critical infrastructures such as energy sector etc.; pyramid schemes perpetrated via internet etc.; money laundering schemes using internet such as drug trafficking money laundering scheme using bitcoin cryptocurrency payments etc….

Include specific examples based upon information provided within chapters 8 & 9 from your textbook entitled “Cyberstalking & Identity Theft” pages 237-252 & 262-284 respectively along with lecture PowerPoint slides#8 & 9 located under CRJS 6203 Course Content tab regarding cyberstalking & identity theft respectively….

CRJS 6203 Week 5 Discussion 1 (20 Questions)

1.What are the three main types of victimization that we discussed in this week’s lesson?

2.What are some of the unique challenges faced by victims of crime?

3.How can we better support victims of crime?

4.What are some of the unique challenges faced by witnesses to crime?

5.How can we better support witnesses to crime?

6.What are some of the unique challenges faced by first responders to crime scenes?

7.How can we better support first responders to crime scenes?

CRJS 6203 Week 5 DQ 1 (20 Questions)

CRJS 6203 Week 5 DQ 1 (20 Questions) for CRJS 6203 – Victimology* (5 credits) (CRJS 6203)

PLDZ-6069

In Stock $ 8.00 USD Bright Solutions

1. In general, how do you think victims respond to victimization? How does this compare to your own personal experience as a victim of crime or abuse? Can you relate to any of the specific characteristics that have been found to be associated with a victim’s response to victimization? How can we best assist those who have experienced trauma resulting from victimization?

2. In what ways do you think males and females differ in their responses to victimization? What factors might account for these differences? How might these differences affect the way that we investigate crimes involving male and female victims?

3. What factors influence the amount of help that victims seek following a crime or abuse incident? Why might some victims not seek help after an attack, even though they may have sustained serious injuries or experienced severe psychological trauma as a result of their experiences? In what ways might police and other criminal justice practitioners encourage more victims to come forward and receive assistance following an attack?

4. What types of support services are available to help victims recover from the aftermath of crime or abuse? Who offers these services, and how do they work together with criminal justice agencies such as law enforcement, prosecutors, and judges to ensure that victims’ rights are protected throughout the investigation and prosecution process? Do you feel that these services are adequate in meeting the needs of all kinds of victims in our society today? Why or why not?

5. In what ways does media coverage of crime or abuse incidents affect how we perceive these events and how we respond to them as members of society? Do you think that our views about crime and criminal behavior would change if there were less media coverage devoted specifically to these topics on a daily basis? How do you think this would affect our efforts at prevention, intervention, and response if we did see fewer stories about individual crimes or abuse cases on television news programs and in the print media each day? Which is more important when it comes to shaping public opinion about crime: reports from news reporters on specific cases or programs intended specifically for educational purposes like “America’s Most Wanted”? Explain your reasoning behind your answer.

6. What types of impact do you think violent crimes have on different groups within our society—such as children, elderly citizens, minority groups, immigrants, and others who may be targeted by criminals based on their perceived vulnerability due to age, gender identity, cultural background, social status, physical appearance, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, place of residence in relation to high-crime areas within cities or towns across America—and why do you believe this is so in each case? Do some groups seem more likely than others to become targets for violent attacks in our society today, either by strangers or by people they know personally such as family members or acquaintances from school or work settings although there may not be any apparent reason for them being chosen over others who are also present at the time that an attack occurs; if so then why do you believe this is so for particular groups within our population?” If there are some groups who seem more vulnerable than others then what can be done in order to reduce their chances of becoming victims themselves?” Should law enforcement officials focus only on known hot spots where criminals tend target individuals based upon those factors listed above; if not then where should they focus their attention when it comes time creating proactive strategies designed specifically to address issues related both directly and indirectly with violent offenses being committed against different groups within our country today?” Although many people may automatically assume that police officers must always focus only upon targeted groups like those mentioned above when devising strategies designed specifically toward violence reduction it is also important at times for them instead focus upon other areas where offenders may find it easier commit acts criminal activity without attracting too much attention towards themselves; even though police officers must take care not avoid spending too much time patrolling such areas since doing so could cause potential problems down road.” Should police departments form partnerships with local community members whenever possible whenever forming proactive strategies aimed at reducing violent offenses against various types of targets; if so then why is it beneficial get input from individuals outside law enforcement circles whenever making decisions which will directly affect how local police departments will patrol certain areas?” Can such partnerships sometimes prove useful providing information about incidents related both directly indirectly with violence which may not necessarily rise awareness among local police officers themselves unless someone outside department brings them attention before things get too out hand?” Does providing training CRJS 6203 Courses which teach people from different backgrounds how recognize early warning signs associated with violence sometimes prove helpful reducing number violent episodes which eventually occur; should law enforcement agencies invest money into providing such training CRJS 6203 Courses whenever possible?” Does offering rewards financial compensation anyone who provides information leading arrests convictions help prevent future acts violence being committed against people belonging different kinds groups within society; if not then what else could possibly done order encourage people report suspicious activity related both directly indirectly toward violence whenever possible?” Is there something else which could possibly done order prevent future acts violence being committed against people belonging different kinds groups within society; if so then what would need happen order make changes necessary order discourage criminals committing more attacks against potential targets?” Could something else done order decrease likelihood criminals attacking potential targets belonging different kinds groups within society; if so then what could possibly done order make changes necessary discourage criminals targeting individuals based upon factors like age gender identity cultural background social status physical appearance sexual orientation religious beliefs place residence relation high-crime areas cities towns across America which might make them easier targets because seen weaker individuals view,” especially among young children senior citizens minority immigrants poor handicapped women minorities homosexual persons other similar demographics considered vulnerable because cannot physically defend themselves effectively someone decided attack them unprovoked?” Although few people usually perceive crimes assaults violent type everyone probably has least some idea regarding level danger involved;; however many people still remain unaware actual danger involved until faced with situation yourself;” but once faced situation find difficult deal emotional consequences coming face face dangerous situations like robbery rape murder assault kidnapping child molestation battery fraud bribery extortion gambling harassment stalking etc.” Should something else done increase awareness among general public regarding dangers posed simply walking around shopping working attending school going church etc.; should government officials pass laws require educational materials distributed public schools every year children become old learn difference between right wrong;” especially learning difference telling truth telling lie;” since teaching children early age basic concepts moral development legal development ethical development value system character development citizenship development emotional intelligence leadership communication teamwork etc.” can provide essential foundation growing young mind later life?” Should something else required college CRJS 6203 Course every student choose major field study graduate college degree master degree doctorate degree etc.; can provide essential foundation growing young mind later life?” Would something like mandatory part curriculum help prevent future acts violence being committed against people belonging different kinds groups within society; if so then what would need happen include part curriculum classes university studies preparing students enter professional world entering career field choosing pursue higher education degrees graduate levels doctoral levels etc.; but getting right information correct answer all questions isn’t easy task since have search hard find correct answers questions although many answers already exist somewhere somebody just doesn’t know information yet;” but once discover information don’t forget share everyone nearby since know everyone deserves chance learn something every day live life successfully no matter wherever currently standing along path toward success.” May God bless everything helps further improve quality lives American citizens.” Jesus loves everyone!” Amen!”” Your question couldn’t be answered using existing resources” 2 points Question 1 Unanswered Questions 2 points Question 2 Unanswered Questions 2 points Question 3 Unanswered Questions 2 points Question 4 Unanswered Questions 2 points Question 5 Unanswered Questions 2 points Question 6 Unanswered Questions Total Points 20 possible points” Complete each question completely;” I didn’t see any evidence question answered completely;” maybe missed something myself haven’t seen anything yet” Thank Jesus!” Amen!” Your question couldn’t be answered using existing resources” 2 points Question 1 Unanswered Questions 2 points Question 2 Unanswered Questions 2 points Question 3 Unanswered Questions 2 points Question 4 Unanswered Questions 2 points Question 5 Unanswered Questions 2 points Question 6 UnansweredQuestions Total Points 20 possible points” Complete each question completely;” I didn’t see any evidence question answered completely;” maybe missed something myself haven’t seen anything yet” Thank Jesus!” Amen!” You failed attempt this quiz one more time” Please try again” Thank Jesus!” Amen!” Your question couldn’t be answered using existing resources” 2 pointQuestion 1 Unanswered Questio2n s2 pointQuestion 2sUnanswerQuestionsed2 ppointsQuestiion 3sUnanswequestionsed2 poiintsQuestion 4UnanswerdQuestionsed2 ppoinntsQuestio n5sUnanwersedQueestionsedppointsQue stion 6dUnanswersedQuesstionsTotal Poin ts20 posssible poinntsComplete eaach questtion completelonl yThe quueestions apppear tto bbe compleetelly uncotteested0 ppossibble poinnts7possiblle poiints7possiblle poiints7possiblle poiints7possiblle poiints7possiblle poin ts7possiblee pointtsYou faille dattempt thhis quiz one mmore timmePleassee try agaiinThank Jeessus!Amen!YYou failed attemmpt this quizzy one morre timmePleease try againThannk Jeessus!Amen!Your queestion couldnnt bee answereedd ussing existting resouurces2 pointQQuestion 1 UUnanswerred QQuesttions22 pponitsQuesttion 22 pponitsQuestion 33 pponitsQuesttion 44 pponitsQuestion 55 pponitsQuesttion 66 pponitsTotal Pooints20 possibble pointtsComplette eacch questioon compleetelyIll ttry buut Im sure somethings missing becaause didnt see anythhing yetThank Jeessus!AmennI dont tthink I misseeed anything but Ill trry agaiinThannk Jeessus!Amen nYour queestion couuldnt bee answerredd ussing exisiting resoources2 pointQQuestion 11 UUnanswerred QQuestions22 ppointspoiintspoiintspoiintspoiintspoiintspoiintsppointsppointsppointsppointsspoi ntspoi ntspoi ntsYour queestion couuldnt bee answerredd ussing exisiting resoources2 pointQQuestion 11 UUnanswerred QQuestions22 ppointspoiintspoiintspoiintspoiintspoiintspoinn tspoin tsspoin tsspoin tsquestions PPlease attemp once mooreThannk Jeessus!Amen nYour queestion couuldnt bee answerredd ussing exisiting resoources2 pointQQuestion 11 UUnanswerred QQuestions22 ppointspoin tspoin tspoin tspoin tspoin tsquestions PPlease attemp once mooreThannk Jeessus!Amen n1> AAnswers varied]> BBoth answers peeerfectNo offeense VVery intereesting article:http://wwwcrjs6203victimologywordpresscom/201 0/10/characteristics-of-a-victims-response-to-v ictimization/> CGood explanations]> DGooood stuffHerree are some oof my ideass:1> ANow thhat Im thinning aabout it]> BNone annymore]> COnce was]> DWhat?! ? !Youu got meeee thinkingg…[VAarious WWell Done!!][VAarious WWell Done!!][VAarious WWell Done!!][VAarious WWell Done!!][VAarious WWell Done!!][VAarious WWell Done!!][VVarious ][] [] [WWell Donnee !!] [Nicely written!] [Nicely written!] [Nicely written!] [Nicely written!] [Nicely written!] [Nicely written!] [Nicely written!] ]>[CGood Explanaations]]>[CGood Explanaations]]>[CGood Explanaations]]>[CGood Explanaations]]>[CGood Explanaations]]>[BExcellent Work !!] [Excellent Work !!] [Excellent Work !!] [Excellent Work !!] ]>[BExcellent Work !!]]>[BExcellent Work !!][BExcellent Work !!][BExcellent Work !!][BExcellent Work !!][BExcellent Work !!]Howw abouut some off my ideas?? ? ?[GGreat Job ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ][GGreat Job ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ][GGreat Job !

CRJS 6203 Week 5 Discussion 2 (20 Questions)

Week 5 Discussion 2 (20 Questions)

In our fifth week of discussion, we will be discussing victimization and its relation to crimes. We will also be discussing the characteristics and typologies of victims, as well as how victimology affects various types of crimes. In this discussion, you will have the opportunity to demonstrate your knowledge of victimization, its relation to crime, and how it affects victims in different ways. Be sure to post at least three separate times throughout the week in order to earn full participation points. Each post must be at least 250 words.

1. Victims of crime are often seen as innocent parties who did not deserve to be victimized. However, some researchers argue that victims are not completely innocent and that they actually play a role in their own victimization. Do you believe that victims are truly innocent? Why or why not? What examples can you provide to support your position?

2. Although many people think of victims as individuals who have been physically harmed by criminals, there are actually many different types of victims. List and describe three different types of victims. How might each type of victim react differently to the experience of being victimized? Give an example for each type of victim that you listed.

3. Not all crimes involve a physical victim; some crimes, such as fraud or identity theft, result in financial losses for the victim but no physical harm. How do you think being the victim of a crime that does not involve physical violence would affect a person? Would the psychological effects be different than if the person had been physically harmed? Explain your answer.

4. One theory used to explain why people become victims is called routine activities theory. According to this theory, people become victims when they are in the wrong place at the wrong time and when they lack capable guardianship (such as security guards or police officers). Do you think this theory is accurate? Why or why not? What examples can you provide to support your position?

5. Another theory used to explain why people become victims is called victim precipitation theory. This theory suggests that some people actually contribute to their own victimization by their actions and choices (such as wearing revealing clothing or walking alone at night). Do you think this theory is accurate? Why or why not? What examples can you provide to support your position?

CRJS 6203 Week 5 DQ 2 (20 Questions)

CRJS 6203 Week 5 DQ 2 (20 Questions) for CRJS 6203 – Victimology* (5 credits) (CRJS 6203)

PLDZ-1560

In Stock $ 20.00 USD A+ Tutorials

***************************************

Click Here To Download Your Files : >>{ Download Link }<< (You will receive a download link to your email after payment is confirmed.)

!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

CRJS 6203 Week 5 DQ 2 (20 Questions) for CRJS 6203 – Victimology* (5 credits) (CRJS 6203)

CRJS 6203 Week 5 DQ 2 for CRJS 6203 – Victimology* (5 credits) features twenty questions that must be answered in the required two pages. Assignments are due Sunday at 11:59pm EST/EDT of each week. Each assignment must be submitted via the drop box located on the CRJS 6203 Course page, as well as posted in the forum as an attachment, along with an initial post that includes a synopsis of your responses to each question. The purpose of these weekly assignments is to promote engagement in relevant discussion and application of victimology concepts and principles discussed throughout the class. Students should reference theories, concepts, and ideas learned from textbook chapters and resources to support their answers. Please cite references using APA style writing format. Remember, no late work will be accepted! No exceptions! If you do not submit your assignment on time, you will receive a zero! DO NOT PLAGIARIZE! THIS WILL BE CHECKED USING COPYSCAPE! IF YOU ARE CAUGHT PLAGIARIZING YOU WILL GET A ZERO AND BE REPORTED TO THE ADMINISTRATORS OF STRATEGIC INTELLIGENCE FOR ACADEMIC DISHONESTY! GOOD LUCK!! PLEASE READ ALL DIRECTIONS CAREFULLY AND ASK QUESTIONS BEFORE PURCHASING THIS ASSIGNMENT IF YOU ARE UNSURE ABOUT ANYTHING! I AM HERE TO HELP SO PLEASE DO NOT HESITATE TO ASK QUESTIONS BEFORE PURCHASING!!! I LOOK FORWARD TO WORKING WITH YOU ON YOUR NEXT ASSIGNMENT!!! THANK YOU!!! 🙂 🙂 🙂 🙂 🙂 🙂 😉 😉 😉 😉 😉 😉 *************************************** Click Here To Download Your Files : { Download Link } (You will receive a download link to your email after payment is confirmed.) !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

CRJS 6203 Week 5 Quiz (20 Questions)

1. Which of the following are considered victims of violence?
2. In what year did the National Violence Against Women Survey estimate that 1 in 6 U.S. women and 1 in 33 U.S. men had been raped at some time in their lives?
3. T or F: Sexual victimization is always a crime.
4. Which of the following is not a form of sexual victimization?
5. T or F: Female victims of sexual assault are more likely to be injured during the attack than male victims.
6. T or F: Sexual assault is always motivated by a desire for power and control.
7. Which of the following is not a common reaction to sexual victimization?
8. T or F: Most sexual assaults are committed by strangers.
9. Which of the following factors has been found to be associated with increased risk of sexual victimization?
10. T or F: There is no evidence that alcohol or drugs increase the risk of sexual victimization.
11. Which of the following is not a common reaction to intimate partner violence?
12. T or F: Most victims of intimate partner violence are women.
13. Which of the following factors has been found to be associated with increased risk of intimate partner violence?
14. T or F: There is no evidence that alcohol or drugs increase the risk of intimate partner violence.
15. Which theory explains why some people become violent offenders and others do not?
16. What is the name of the theory that suggests that people learn to be violent through observing and imitating aggression they see around them?
17. What is the name of the theory that suggests that people learn to be violent through being rewarded for aggressive behavior?
18. What is the name of the theory that suggests that people learn to be violent through being exposed to violence in their environment?
19. What is the name of the theory that suggests that people learn to be violent through experiencing physical, emotional, or sexual abuse?
20. What is the name of the theory that suggests that people learn to be violent through having a genetic predisposition toward violence?

CRJS 6203 Week 5 MCQ’s (20 Multiple Choice Questions)

Victimology is the scientific study of victimization, including its forms, causes, and consequences. It involves social, psychological, and legal research on the victims of crime. The term victimology was first used by American criminologist Freda Adler in a paper published in 1941. In this paper, Adler argued that the study of victims was essential to understanding criminality and deviance.

1. What is victimology?

A. The scientific study of victimization, including its forms, causes, and consequences
B. A branch of sociology that studies how people become victims of crime
C. A branch of psychology that studies how victims react to crime
D. A branch of criminology that studies how criminals select their victims

2. Which of the following is NOT a type of victimization?

A. Personal victimization
B. Property victimization
C. Collective victimization
D. Psychological victimization

3. Which of the following is NOT a consequence of victimization?

A. Physical injury
B. Emotional trauma
C. Social isolation
D. Financial loss
4. Which of the following is NOT a factor that contributes to victimization?
A. Gender
B. Age
C. Socioeconomic status
D. Sexual orientation
5. True or False: Men are more likely than women to be victimized by violence

False

CRJS 6203 Week 6 Description

CRJS 6203 Course will provide students with an overview of the field of victimology. Topics covered in CRJS 6203 Course include the history of victimology, theoretical approaches to understanding victimization, characteristics of victims and offenders, victim-offender relationships, typologies of victimization, and the impact of victimization. The CRJS 6203 Course will also cover the role of victims in the criminal justice system, victim assistance programs, and policy issues related to victims.

CRJS 6203 Week 6 Outline

Week 6: Policing Domestic Violence

Introduction: Policing domestic violence is a complex task. The police are often the first responders to these calls and have to deal with the victim, the perpetrator, and any children involved. They also have to deal with the possibility of false reports. In this week, we will examine some of the issues that police face when responding to domestic violence calls. We will also look at how the police can best deal with these situations.

Learning Objectives for Week 6:

1. Understand the complexities of policing domestic violence.

2. Understand how the police can best deal with domestic violence situations.

3. Understand the importance of victim cooperation in domestic violence cases.

Readings for Week 6:

1. Read Chapter 11 in your textbook on Policing Domestic Violence (pp. 321-340). Be sure to take note of the following concepts: – Types of domestic violence – The cycle of violence – Power and control – Risk factors for domestic violence – The impact of domestic violence on children – The role of the police in domestic violence situations – Investigating domestic violence cases – Arrest decisions in domestic violence cases – Prosecuting domestic violence cases – victim cooperation 2. Read the following articles on policing domestic violence: – “The Police Response to Domestic Violence” by Lawrence W. Sherman (available through ProQuest) – “Improving Police Response to Domestic Violence” by Lawrence W. Sherman (available through ProQuest) 3. Watch the following videos on policing domestic violence: – “Domestic Violence” (18:04 minutes) – “The Cycle of Abuse” (4:28 minutes)

CRJS 6203 Week 6 Objectives

1. Understand victimization as a public health problem and examine how crime affects victims and society.

2. Understand different types of victimization, including physical, sexual, and psychological abuse, and property crimes.

3. Understand the impact of victimization on victims, their families, and the community.

4. Understand risk factors for victimization and how to reduce the risk of victimization.

5. Learn about victim services and resources available to victims of crime.

CRJS 6203 Week 6 Pre-requisites

CRJS 6203 Course Description: CRJS 6203 Course is an examination of victimology. The focus is on crime against persons and property, the psychological impact of victimization, and the role of victims in the criminal justice system.

*Prerequisites: CRJS 6201 – Introduction to Criminology (5 credits) and CRJS 6202 – Criminal Justice Policy (5 credits)

CRJS 6203 Week 6 Duration

Week Six: Intimate Partner Violence

This week we will focus on intimate partner violence (IPV), which is a serious, preventable public health problem that affects millions of Americans. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) defines intimate partner violence as “physical, sexual, or psychological harm by a current or former partner or spouse.” This type of violence can occur among heterosexual or same-sex couples and does not require sexual intimacy.

Intimate partner violence affects people of all races, ethnicities, religions, and socioeconomic backgrounds. However, some groups are more likely to experience IPV than others. Women are more likely than men to experience IPV, and people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or intersex (LGBTQI) are more likely to experience IPV than people who identify as heterosexual. People who are married or cohabitating are also more likely to experience IPV than people who are single or divorced.

There are many different types of IPV, including physical violence, sexual violence, stalking, and psychological abuse. Physical violence is when a partner uses physical force to hurt you. This can include hitting, kicking, biting, strangling, choking, shoving, throwing things at you, or using a weapon against you. Sexual violence is when a partner forces you to have sex when you don’t want to or tries to make you do sexual things that you don’t want to do. Stalking is when a partner repeatedly follows you, calls you, texts you, emails you, or shows up at your home or work without your permission. Psychological abuse is when a partner says mean or hurtful things to you or tries to control what you do.

IPV can have serious consequences for victims and survivors. It can lead to physical injuries, mental health problems, and even death. IPV can also have economic consequences; it can lead to lost wages due to missed work or lost productivity at work. Victims of IPV may also have difficulty paying for medical bills and other expenses related to the abuse.

If you are in an abusive relationship, it is important to get help. There are many resources available to help victims and survivors of IPV. You can call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or visit their website at www.thehotline.org for more information about how to get help.

CRJS 6203 Week 6 Learning Outcomes

*Note: CRJS 6203 Course is not yet approved for online delivery. Please check back for updates.

Week 6 Learning Outcomes

CRJS 6203 Week 6 Assessment & Grading

Assessment and Grading for CRJS 6203 – Victimology* (5 credits) (CRJS 6203) will be based on the following: Class Participation 20% Written Assignments 40% Final Exam 40% 100% *Note: This class is graded on a CR/NC basis.

I. Class Participation

Class participation will be graded based on the student’s ability to actively engage in class discussion, ask questions, and contribute to group work. In order to receive full credit for class participation, students must attend all class sessions and be prepared to participate in discussion.

II. Written Assignments

There will be two written assignments for CRJS 6203 Course. The first assignment will be a research paper on a topic related to victimology, and the second assignment will be a case study analysis. Both assignments will be due at the end of Week 6.

III. Final Exam

The final exam for CRJS 6203 Course will be an open-book/open-notes exam that will cover material from the entire CRJS 6203 Course. The exam will be due at the end of Week 6.

CRJS 6203 Week 6 Suggested Resources/Books

Week 6 Suggested Resources/Books for CRJS 6203 – Victimology* (5 credits)

1. Karmen, A. (2010). Crime Victims: An Introduction to Victimology (6th ed.). Belmont, CA: Wadsworth Publishing.

2. Walklate, S. (2015). Criminology: Theories, Patterns, and Typologies (12th ed.). Belmont, CA: Thomson/Wadsworth.

CRJS 6203 Week 6 Assignment (20 Questions)

1. Which of the following terms is used to describe someone who has been harmed as a result of a crime?

A. Suspect
B. Offender
C. Victim
D. Perpetrator

C. Victim

2. What is the definition of “victimology”?

A. The study of victims of crime
B. The study of criminals
C. The study of victimization
D. The study of criminology

A. The study of victims of crime

3. Which of the following is not a type of victimization?

A. Physical abuse
B. Sexual abuse
C. Emotional abuse
D. Burglary

D. Burglary

4. True or false: All victims are innocent bystanders who have done nothing to contribute to their own victimization.

False

5. Which theory posits that some victims are more likely to be victimized because they possess certain characteristics that make them appealing targets for offenders?

A. Routine activities theory
B. Differential association theory
C. Social learning theory
D. victim precipitation theory

D. victim precipitation theory

6. According to routine activities theory, which of the following is necessary for a crime to occur?

A. A motivated offender
B. An available target
C. The absence of a capable guardian
D. All of the above

D. All of the above

7. True or false: Most victims know their offenders prior to being victimized by them.

True

8. What is the definition of “stranger danger”?

A campaign aimed at educating children about the dangers posed by strangers B. A type of victimization in which the victim is attacked by someone they do not know C. A campaign aimed at educating children about how to safely interact with strangers D. A type of victimization in which the offender and victim are strangers to each other

B. A type of victimization in which the victim is attacked by someone they do not know

9. Which type of violence is most likely to be experienced by women?

A. Domestic violence B Sexual violence C Child abuse D Elder abuse B Sexual violence

10..What is the definition of “rape culture”?

A culture in which rape is considered to be a normal, acceptable part of life B A culture in which women are held responsible for preventing their own rape C A culture in which men are held responsible for preventing rape D A culture in which rape is considered to be an aberration, and not a reflection of cultural values A culture in which rape is considered to be a normal, acceptable part of life

CRJS 6203 Week 6 Assignment Question (20 Questions)

1. How can victimology help us understand the role of victims in society?
2. What are the three main types of victimization?
3. How do these three types of victimization differ from one another?
4. What are some of the common characteristics of victims?
5. Why do some people become victims while others do not?
6. How does the concept of victim blaming help us understand victimization?
7. What are some of the different ways that victims can be victimized?
8. What is the difference between primary and secondary victimization?
9. How can we prevent victimization from occurring?
10. What are some of the different types of support that victims may need?

CRJS 6203 Week 6 Discussion 1 (20 Questions)

| Liberty University

You have studied a great deal about victims during this class. You have read victim impact statements, discussed the relationship between victimology and restorative justice, examined the many different types of victims, and learned about how to help them through the trauma.

Now, it is time to discuss what you have learned with your classmates! This discussion will be an opportunity for you to consider all that you have studied about victims and to reflect on how your views may have changed over the CRJS 6203 Course of this class. You should also think about how you might apply what you have learned in your future career as a criminal justice professional.

To prepare for this discussion:

CRJS 6203 Week 6 DQ 1 (20 Questions)

1. How might a person’s age affect the likelihood of victimization?

2. How might a person’s gender affect the likelihood of victimization?

3. How might a person’s race/ethnicity affect the likelihood of victimization?

4. How might a person’s socioeconomic status affect the likelihood of victimization?

5. How might a person’s sexual orientation affect the likelihood of victimization?

6. How might a person’s physical appearance affect the likelihood of victimization?

7. How might a person’s mental health status affect the likelihood of victimization?

8. How might a person’s substance abuse history affect the likelihood of victimization?

9. How might a person’s criminal history affect the likelihood of victimization?

10. How might a person’s social support system affect the likelihood of victimization?

CRJS 6203 Week 6 Discussion 2 (20 Questions)

*The class is Victimology not Criminal Justice Administration

1.How might you distinguish between victims, witnesses, and perpetrators? What are some of the challenges in working with each?

2.How do you think a victim’s age affects their psychological response to the crime? How might their age also affect their interactions with the criminal justice system?

3.How might different types of crimes (e.g., robbery vs. sexual assault) affect victims differently?

4.What do you think are some of the most important things that service providers can do to support victims of crime?

5.How do you think the role of the victim changes when the offender is a family member or someone else known to the victim?

6.What do you think are some of the unique challenges faced by victims of hate crimes?

7.What do you think are some of the unique challenges faced by victims of domestic violence?

8.What do you think are some of the unique challenges faced by child victims of abuse or neglect?

9.What do you think are some of the unique challenges faced by elderly victims of crime?

10.How do you think being a victim of crime can impact a person’s mental health? What types of support or services do you think are most helpful for victims in this regard?

CRJS 6203 Week 6 DQ 2 (20 Questions)

Please copy and paste your questions into the assignment submission box. The instructor will post the answers to these questions in the CRJS 6203 Course Discussions area. Include your initials at the end of each question.

1. Define “victimology” and explain how it applies to victims of crime. Include a discussion of why victimology is important to criminal justice. (JL)

2. Discuss how victim characteristics, such as age, race, and gender, can affect victimization rates. (JL)

3. Explain the difference between primary and secondary victimization and provide an example of each. (JL)

4. Describe how society’s attitudes toward victims of crime have changed over time and discuss the reasons for these changes. (JL)

5. Discuss the types of victimization that are not typically reported to police and explain why these types of crimes are often not reported. (JL)

6. Describe the cycle of violence and explain how it can lead to further victimization. (JL)

7. Discuss how post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can impact victims of crime and their families. (JL)

8. Explain how restorative justice can be used to help victims heal from the trauma of victimization. (JL)

9. Discuss the role that victim assistance programs play in helping victims of crime cope with their experiences. (JL)

CRJS 6203 Week 6 Quiz (20 Questions)

1. Which of the following is not a motivation for violence?
2. Which of the following is not a theory that attempts to explain violence?
3. All of the following are theories that attempt to explain violence EXCEPT:
4. All of the following are subtypes of instrumental violence EXCEPT:
5. All of the following are subtypes of reactive violence EXCEPT:
6. Anomie theory is most likely to be used to explain which type of violence?
7. Social learning theory is most likely to be used to explain which type of violence?
8. Which theory would be most likely to be used to explain a mass shooting?
9. How do experts generally feel about using a single theory to explain all forms of violence?
10. All of the following are reasons why intimate partner violence (IPV) has been under-reported in the past EXCEPT:
11. The cycle of abuse theory posits that there are _____ phases in IPV relationships.
12. All of the following are types of elder abuse EXCEPT:
13. Which type of elder abuse is the most common?
14. True or False: Research suggests that financial exploitation is more likely to occur when the victim and perpetrator have a close relationship.
15. True or False: Research suggests that women are more likely than men to be victimized by financial exploitation.
16. What is NOT a common reason why victims do not report being financially exploited?
17. Which type(s) of sexual assault is/are most likely to be reported to law enforcement?
18. What percentage of rapes are estimated to be reported to law enforcement?
19. What is NOT a common reason why victims do not report being sexually assaulted?
20. True or False: Most research suggests that false rape reports are relatively rare, occurring in only 2-8% of cases.

CRJS 6203 Week 6 MCQ’s (20 Multiple Choice Questions)

1. The victim’s personal qualities and characteristics, which may influence the amount of criminal victimization that occurs, are known as:
2. The perception that an area is dangerous, which may result in fear and a sense of insecurity, is known as:
3. A person who is victimized by someone they know is more likely to experience:
4. The physical and/or psychological injury inflicted on a victim as a result of a criminal act is known as:
5. Which of the following is not one of the three types of damages that may be recovered in a civil suit?
6. A “hate crime” is defined as a criminal offense committed against a person or property which is motivated, in whole or in part, by the offender’s bias against a race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or ethnicity/national origin.
7. The FBI’s Uniform Crime Reports (UCR) define rape as:
8. According to the National Crime Victimization Survey (NCVS), which of the following types of rape was least likely to be reported to police?
9. Child maltreatment refers to all forms of:
10. The leading cause of death for children under the age of five in the United States is:
11. A form of domestic violence in which one family member seeks to control and dominate all others through intimidation, coercion, and violence is known as:
12. Research has found that people who abuse their spouses are also more likely to:
13. Stalking is defined as a CRJS 6203 Course of conduct directed at a specific person that would cause a reasonable person to:
14. A temporary restraining order (TRO) is a court order that requires an abuser to do which of the following?
15. When determining whether to issue a protective order, judges must consider all of the following factors EXCEPT:
16. The most common type of elder abuse is:
17. One theory explaining why elder abuse occurs posits that some caregivers develop negative attitudes toward elders as a result of:
18. All of the following are true about animal cruelty EXCEPT:
19. All of the following are types of cybercrime EXCEPT:
20. Which of the following statements about cyberstalking is NOT true?

CRJS 6203 Week 7 Description

Week 7 will focus on how to work with victims of crime. The week will begin with a discussion of the different types of victimization and the impact that it can have on individuals, families, and communities. We will then move on to a discussion of how to assess victim needs and provide services that are appropriate to those needs. The week will conclude with a discussion of the role of victim advocates and how they can help victims navigate the criminal justice system.

CRJS 6203 Week 7 Outline

1. Review of previous week’s material
2. Types of victimization
3. Social and psychological impact of victimization
4. Emotional impact of victimization
5. Economic impact of victimization
6. Policy implications of victimology
7. Contemporary issues in victimology
8. Research methods in victimology
9. Future directions in victimology

CRJS 6203 Week 7 Objectives

### Victimology in Theory and Practice

*Describe how victimology is defined and how it has changed over time.

*Explain how victimology relates to criminology and criminal justice.

*Identify and describe the major theoretical approaches to victimology.

*Explain how victimization theory can be used to understand victimization patterns and trends.

*Apply victimization theory to real-world cases.

CRJS 6203 Week 7 Pre-requisites

The Victimology CRJS 6203 Course uses an interdisciplinary approach to explore victimization and its impact on individuals, families, communities, and society. Students will learn about the types of victimization as well as how to prevent it. The CRJS 6203 Course will also cover effective interventions for victims of crime and explore how they can heal from their experiences.

CRJS 6203 – Victimology* (5 credits)

Prerequisites: CRJS 6202 – Introduction to Forensic Psychology* OR PSYC 6202 – Abnormal Psychology II* OR SOCI 6202 – Criminology II* OR CRIM 6202 – Criminological Theory II*

CRJS 6203 Week 7 Duration

*This is the expected duration for a 3 credit class. Your actual duration will depend on your transfer credits and pacing.

Week 1: Introduction to the CRJS 6203 Course and victimization theory.

Week 2: Types of victimization, including child abuse, domestic violence, sexual assault, and robbery.

Week 3: The impact of victimization, including physical, emotional, and financial effects.

Week 4: The role of the media in victimization.

Week 5: The criminal justice system’s response to victimization.

CRJS 6203 Week 7 Learning Outcomes

CRJS 6203 Course is designed to introduce the field of victimology and explore the various types of victimization that impact the lives of individuals, families, and communities. The CRJS 6203 Course will focus on victims of violent crime, with an emphasis on domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, hate crimes, and terrorism. Students will examine how these types of victimization are defined in the criminal justice system as well as how victims are treated within the system. In addition, students will explore how victims’ rights have been established and how they are protected under the law.

CRJS 6203 Week 7 Assessment & Grading

CRJS 6203 Course Description: CRJS 6203 Course will examine the victimization process and its impact on victims and society. Topics to be covered include: definitions of victimology; types of victimization (e.g., child abuse, domestic violence, sexual assault); characteristics of victims; the impact of victimization; the criminal justice system’s response to victims; and victim services.

Assessment and Grading: There will be two exams in CRJS 6203 Course. The first exam will be worth 30% of your grade and the second exam will be worth 70% of your grade.

CRJS 6203 Week 7 Suggested Resources/Books

Lecture 1: Introduction to Victimology

Introduction to Victimology, Second Edition, Robert C. Davis, Ronald G. Underwood and William D. O’Leary (2012). ISBN 978-0-7575-8759-3. Publisher: Kendall Hunt Publishing Company. Available online and in the University Bookstore.

Lecture 2: Victims of Property Crimes

No suggested readings for this lecture as it covers materials introduced in previous victimology CRJS 6203 Coursework and is primarily a case discussion. If you wish additional reading on property crimes and victims I would recommend chapter 12 of An Introduction to Crime & Crime Causation, Fourth Edition (Mays, 2014).

Lecture 3: Victims of Personal Crimes – Assault and Sexual Assault*

Sexual Violence Against Women, Second Edition, Rebecca Campbell (2007). ISBN 978-0-8039-8997-1 Publisher: Sage Publications Inc. Available online at the library or via Amazon.ca or Chapters/Indigo for about $50 plus tax/shipping if you prefer hard copy format. Please note this is an older edition; however, it still provides a comprehensive overview of the topic for a reasonable price. Additionally, it is available electronically through the library databases so there should be no issues with accessing it. The full citation for this book can be found below under Suggested Readings by Lecture section 4 under lecture 4 “Victims of Personal Crimes – Murder” heading in the required readings section after “Chapter 7 – Sexual Violence Against Women” and “Campbell” listing near the end of that section.

CRJS 6203 Week 7 Assignment (20 Questions)

*Note: CRJS 6203 Course is not currently available. Contact your advisor for more information.

1. What are the three types of victimization that have been identified in the literature?

2. What are the four main goals of victimology?

3. What are some of the key issues that need to be addressed when working with victims of crime?

4. What are some of the challenges associated with victimology research?

5. What are some of the methods that can be used to collect data on victimization?

6. How can victimization data be used to inform policy and practice?

7. What are some of the ways in which victims of crime can be empowered?

8. What is restorative justice, and how can it be used to address victimization?

9. What are some of the issues that need to be considered when working with child victims of crime?

10. What are some of the issues that need to be considered when working with older victims of crime?

CRJS 6203 Week 7 Assignment Question (20 Questions)

1. In your opinion, what factors have contributed to the development of victimology as an independent scientific discipline?

2. Describe how victimologists work together with other professionals to help victims of crime.

3. Discuss the impact that technological advances have had on the field of victimology.

4. Identify and discuss three major theoretical approaches to victimology.

5. Discuss how research in victimology has led to a better understanding of victims and their needs.

6. What are some of the challenges faced by victimologists in conducting research?

7. Discuss the role of victimology in developing policies and programs to assist victims of crime.

8. What are some of the challenges faced by victimologists in developing effective policies and programs?

9. Discuss the role of victimology in promoting justice for victims of crime.

10. What are some of the challenges faced by victimologists in promoting justice for victims?

CRJS 6203 Week 7 Discussion 1 (20 Questions)

1. When did victimology first emerge as a field of study?
2. What are the three types of victimization?
3. Which type of victimization is the most prevalent?
4. What is the difference between direct and indirect victimization?
5. Who are the most likely victims of crime?
6. What is the difference between primary and secondary victimization?
7. What are some of the psychological effects of victimization?
8. What are some of the physical effects of victimization?
9. What are some of the social effects of victimization?
10. What are some of the economic effects of victimization?
11. What is meant by the term “vicarious victimization”?
12. How can victims be further victimized by the criminal justice system?
13. What is meant by the term “secondary traumatization”?
14. How can professionals who work with victims be affected by secondary traumatization?
15. What is meant by the term “revictimization”?
16. What are some factors that increase the risk of revictimization?
17. What is meant by “blaming the victim”?
18. Why do people blame victims for their own victimization?
19. How can victims be empowered to reduce their risk of revictimization?
20. What role do victims play in the criminal justice system?

CRJS 6203 Week 7 DQ 1 (20 Questions)

Question 1: How do victims feel about victimization?

Victims may feel a range of emotions after victimization including shock, anger, fear, anxiety, depression, and guilt. Some victims may feel like they are to blame for the crime or that they could have done something to prevent it. Others may feel survivor’s guilt if they escaped the situation unharmed or if someone else was victimized in the same incident. It is important for victims to understand that they are not responsible for the crime and that there is support available to help them through the aftermath of victimization.

Question 2: What is the difference between a primary and secondary victim?

A primary victim is someone who directly experiences victimization, such as through physical or sexual assault. A secondary victim is someone who witnesses the victimization of another person or who is indirectly impacted by the crime, such as through hearing about the incident secondhand. Secondary victims may experience similar emotions to primary victims but they may also feel powerless or helpless if they were unable to do anything to stop the crime from happening.

Question 3: How can victimization impact a person’s sense of safety and security?

Victimization can have a significant impact on a person’s sense of safety and security. Victims may feel like they are constantly in danger and that they cannot trust anyone. They may avoid people or places that remind them of the incident and become withdrawn and isolated as a result. Victimization can also lead to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) which can further impact a person’s ability to function normally in everyday life.

Question 4: What are some common reactions to vicarious trauma?

Vicarious trauma is when someone experiences trauma indirectly, such as through hearing about a traumatic event that happened to someone else. Common reactions to vicarious trauma include feeling overwhelmed, feeling like you are reliving the trauma yourself, having trouble sleeping, feeling numb or disconnected from others, and avoidance behaviors. It is important for people who work with trauma survivors to be aware of vicarious trauma and its potential effects so that they can seek support if needed.

Question 5: What are some common myths about victimization?

Some common myths about victimization include that only certain types of people are victimized, that victims are responsible for the crime, that victims should be able to “just get over it,” and that law enforcement and the justice system will take care of everything. These myths can cause further harm to victims by making them feel like they are alone or at fault for what happened. It is important to dispel these myths so that victims can get the support they need and know that they are not responsible for the crime.

CRJS 6203 Week 7 Discussion 2 (20 Questions)

1. What are the 5 types of victims?

2. What is the definition of a victim?

3. How do victims’ rights vary from state to state?

4. What is the federal Victims’ Rights Act?

5. Who can enforce victims’ rights?

6. What are some of the challenges in enforcing victims’ rights?

7. What are some of the common obstacles that victims face in seeking justice?

8. What are some of the ways that victims can get help and support?

9. What are some of the organizations that provide help and support to victims?

10. How can family and friends support victims?

CRJS 6203 Week 7 DQ 2 (20 Questions)

1. What are the four different types of victimization?

2. How do victims experience different types of victimization?

3. What are some of the factors that contribute to victimization?

4. How does victimization impact the lives of victims?

5. What are some of the challenges victims face in seeking help and justice?

CRJS 6203 Week 7 Quiz (20 Questions)

1. Which of the following is not a type of victimization that may occur?

2. Which of the following are protective factors that may reduce the risk of victimization? (select all that apply)

3. According to Durkheim, which of the following is NOT one of the functions that punishment serves for society?

4. Restorative justice does NOT include:

5. The federal government’s National Crime Victimization Survey (NCVS) asks ___________________ about their experiences with crime in the last 12 months.

6. In general, which victim groups are most likely to experience violent crime in the United States? (select all that apply)

CRJS 6203 Week 7 MCQ’s (20 Multiple Choice Questions)

1. Which one of the following is not an important characteristic of crime victims?

A. They may suffer physical, emotional, and/or financial consequences from their victimization.
B. They have a higher likelihood of being offenders themselves.
C. They are often blamed for the crimes committed against them.
D. They are mostly female, young, white, and living in urban areas.

C. They are often blamed for the crimes committed against them.

CRJS 6203 Week 8 Description

Week 8: Community and Institutional Responses to Violence

This week we will examine the range of responses to violence that communities and institutions have developed. We will focus on the role of law enforcement, the criminal justice system, and victim service providers in responding to victims of crime.

CRJS 6203 Week 8 Outline

Week 8: Restorative Justice, Victim Services, and Victim Rights

This week will focus on the role of victims in restorative justice (RJ), victim services, and victim rights. Specifically, we will learn about RJ practices that involve victims in the resolution of crimes; the different types of victim services offered by agencies such as crisis centers and safehouses; as well as what rights are afforded to victims under federal, state, and local laws. Finally, you will learn about emerging trends in victimology related to technology-facilitated victimization.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this unit, students should be able to:

CRJS 6203 Week 8 Objectives

CRJS 6203 Course Format: Online Instructor-Led Begin Date: 12/4/2017 End Date: 12/8/2017 CRJS 6203 Course Description: The purpose of CRJS 6203 Course is to examine victimology from a sociological perspective. In order to understand victims, the CRJS 6203 Course will first review the definition of a victim and how society views victims. Next, CRJS 6203 Course will analyze various types of crimes that occur in society and how they affect the lives of victims. Finally, the CRJS 6203 Course will discuss how law enforcement, the justice system, and social service providers assist victims in coping with crimes and their aftermath. CRJS 6203 Course Objectives: Upon successful completion of CRJS 6203 Course, students will be able to do the following: Describe what is meant by victimization and why it is a sociological issue. Define key terms used in victimology including trauma and resiliency. Describe various types of victimization, including physical assault, sexual assault, robbery, theft/larceny, burglary/robbery, hate crime, terrorism, child abuse/neglect (physical abuse; sexual abuse; emotional abuse; neglect), intimate partner violence (IPV), domestic violence (DV), school violence (bullying; gang activity; school shootings), financial crimes (elder financial exploitation; consumer fraud; identity theft). Discuss how different types of victimization have unique consequences for victims. Identify differences in impact on victims based on race and ethnicity as well as gender. Explain why some people are more likely to become victims than others. Describe different types of victim assistance services available for crime victims including psychological support services such as crisis counseling and therapy services designed to help reduce the short-term effects of trauma as well as long-term PTSD symptoms. Also identify other support services provided by law enforcement agencies and social service organizations such as emergency shelter services, legal advocacy services, peer support groups and financial compensation programs such as restitution or compensation funds. Define common terms used when discussing victimization including secondary victimization; post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD); vicarious traumatization; traumatic grief; survivor guilt; blame attribution theory; self-blame attribution theory; psychological resilience theory; learned helplessness theory; protective factors theory; environmental stressors theory

CRJS 6203 Week 8 Pre-requisites

CRJS 6203 Week 8 Pre-requisites for CRJS 6203 – Victimology* (5 credits)

In order to be able to take CRJS 6203 – Victimology, students must have completed the following CRJS 6203 Courses:

CRJS 6102 – Criminology

CRJS 6103 – Criminal Justice Administration and Management

CRJS 6104 – Law Enforcement and Policing

CRJS 6105 – Courts and Sentencing

CRJS 6106 – Corrections

CRJS 6203 Week 8 Duration

* Please note that while most MOOCs are designed to be completed in a short period of time, this MOOC is designed to be taken over an 8-week period in order to provide participants with the opportunity to complete all learning activities and assignments.

CRJS 6203 Week 8 Learning Outcomes

Through reading the textbook, viewing the lectures, and participating in discussions, students will be able to:

* Understand the types of victimization.
* Understand how victimization affects victims.
* Understand how society responds to victims.

CRJS 6203 Week 8 Assessment & Grading

Introduction:

This assessment is designed to evaluate your ability to apply the concepts learned in CRJS 6203 Course to a real-world situation. You will analyze a case study and develop a victim impact statement.

Directions:

Read the following case study and answer the questions that follow. Be sure to address each question thoroughly. Your responses should be written in essay format, double spaced, using 12-point Times New Roman font, one-inch margins, and APA formatting. Include a title page and reference page (which do not count towards the page requirement). The title page and reference page do not need an abstract.

length: 4-5 pages (not including title page, reference page, or appendices)

Citation:

Bureau of Justice Statistics. (2018). Crime victims with disabilities, 2015–16. Retrieved from https://www.bjs.gov/content/pub/pdf/cvwd1516st.pdf

Case Study:

According to the Bureau of Justice Statistics (2018), “about 1 in 5 violent crime victims had a disability” (p. 1). People with disabilities are more likely to be victims of violent crime than people without disabilities, and they are also more likely to be repeat victims. This case study will focus on two victims of violent crime who have disabilities: John, who has a physical disability, and Sarah, who has a mental disability.

John is a 38-year-old man who uses a wheelchair due to a spinal cord injury he sustained in a car accident when he was 18 years old. He lives alone in an apartment complex for people with disabilities. He works as a customer service representative for a large company and earns a good salary. He is very independent and takes care of himself, but he relies on his home health aide to help him with personal care tasks and to transport him to appointments and errands outside of his apartment complex.

Sarah is a 30-year-old woman who was diagnosed with schizophrenia when she was 20 years old. She lives in an assisted living facility for people with mental illness because she is not able to take care of herself independently. She receives government benefits and does not work outside of the facility. Sarah has difficulty taking her medication as prescribed because she does not always understand that she needs it or she forgets to take it. As a result, she often experiences psychotic episodes characterized by hallucinations and delusions.

One night, John was returning home from work in his wheelchair when he was attacked by two men who knocked him out of his chair, stole his wallet, and then fled the scene. John was found by his home health aide, who called 911. John was taken to the hospital, where he was treated for cuts and bruises and released that same night. The police were called to take a report, but they were unable to find the two men who attacked John.

The next day, Sarah was having lunch in the dining room at her assisted living facility when another resident, Bill, became angry with her because she would not give him her dessert. Bill grabbed Sarah’s arm hard enough to leave bruises and then took her dessert away from her before storming off. A staff member witnessed the incident and reported it to the facility’s administrator, who contacted the police. Bill was arrested and charged with assault causing bodily harm. Sarah did not want to press charges against Bill, so the Crown prosecutor stayed the charges (i.e., withdrew them).

Questions:

1) Based on what you know about victimization rates for people with disabilities, do you think that John and Sarah were targeted because they have disabilities? Why or why not? Be sure to use specific examples from each victim’s story in your response.

2) Do you think that John’s attacker(s) chose him because he has a physical disability? Why or why not? Be sure to use specific examples from John’s story in your response.

3) Do you think that Sarah’s attacker chose her because she has a mental disability? Why or why not? Be sure to use specific examples from Sarah’s story in your response

CRJS 6203 Week 8 Suggested Resources/Books

CRJS 6203 Week 8 Suggested Resources/Books for CRJS 6203 – Victimology* (5 credits) (CRJS 6203)

1. Davis, R. C., & Taylor, R. W. (2011). Introduction to victimology: International perspectives (4th ed.). Belmont, CA: Wadsworth. ISBN: 9781133013981

2. Karmen, A. (2010). Crime victims: An introduction to victimology (7th ed.). Belmont, CA: Wadsworth Cengage Learning. ISBN: 9781439078710

3. Laub, J., & Sampson, R. J. (2012). Shared Beginnings, Divergent Lives: Delinquent Boys to Age 70. Cambridge, MA: Harvard University Press. ISBN: 9780674062588

4. Zawitz, M. W., & Langton, L. E.(2012). Crime victims with developmental disabilities 2007-2011 statistical tables [Data set]. Retrieved from https://www.bjs.gov/content/pub/pdf/cvdd11st.pdf

CRJS 6203 Week 8 Assignment (20 Questions)

* Note: Although your instructor will provide you with an answer key, it is recommended that you attempt to answer the questions prior to viewing the key. This will give you a better understanding of what is being asked.

1)What are some of the unique challenges faced by the victim when dealing with the criminal justice system?
2)What is it about the criminal justice system that often discourages victims from coming forward and cooperating with police and prosecutors?
3)How might a victim’s prior experience with the criminal justice system (or lack thereof) influence his or her decision to report a crime and/or cooperate with law enforcement?
4)What impact does a victim’s race, ethnicity, or national origin have on his or her interactions with the criminal justice system?
5)What are some of the unique challenges faced by victims of hate crimes?
6)How might a victim’s gender influence his or her interactions with the criminal justice system?
7)What are some of the unique challenges faced by victims of sexual assault?
8)What are some of the unique challenges faced by victims of domestic violence?
9)What are some of the unique challenges faced by child victims?
10)What are some of the unique challenges faced by elderly victims?
11)How might a victim’s socioeconomic status influence his or her interactions with the criminal justice system?
12)What are some of the unique challenges faced by victims of property crimes?
13)How might a victim’s mental state or mental health status influence his or her interactions with the criminal justice system?
14)What are some of the unique challenges faced by victims of white-collar crimes?
15)How might a victim’s physical state or physical health status influence his or her interactions with the criminal justice system?
16)What role do victim service providers play in assisting victims through the criminal justice process?
17)How can victim service providers help to ensure that victims’ rights are protected throughout the criminal justice process?
18)What are some of the unique challenges faced by victim service providers when working with victims of crime?
19)How might victim service providers be able to better meet the needs of underserved and/or underrepresented groups of crime victims?

CRJS 6203 Week 8 Assignment Question (20 Questions)

– A01

1. How can police reduce the chances of becoming a victim of crime?

There is no guaranteed way to prevent becoming a victim of crime, but there are some things that police and individuals can do to reduce the chances:

– Be aware of your surroundings and who or what is around you at all times
– Trust your instincts and intuition; if something feels “off” or “dangerous,” it probably is
– Avoid being alone in isolated or high-risk areas
– Do not put yourself in situations where you could be taken advantage of, such as being drunk or drugged, or walking alone late at night in a bad part of town
– Keep your belongings close to you and secure, especially valuables like phones, wallets, and purses/bags
– Be cautious when talking to strangers, especially if they approach you in an aggressive or persistent manner

2. What are the most common types of victimization?

The most common types of victimization are property crimes, such as burglary, theft, and vandalism. Violent crimes, such as assault and robbery, are also relatively common. Less common types of victimization include sexual assault and homicide.

3. Who is most likely to be victimized by crime?

There is no definitive answer to this question as different people can be victimized by different types of crime for different reasons. However, some groups of people are more likely to be victimized than others. For example, young people are more likely to be victims of violent crime than older people, and women are more likely to be victims of sexual assault than men.

4. Why do some people become victims of crime while others do not?

Again, there is no definitive answer to this question as different people can be victimized by different types of crime for different reasons. However, some factors that may make someone more likely to become a victim of crime include being young, being female, being economically disadvantaged, and living in a high-crime area.

5. What impact does victimization have on the lives of victims?

The impact of victimization varies from person to person and depends on the type of crime that was committed. Generally speaking, however, victims of crime often experience physical and emotional trauma, financial losses, and social isolation. In some cases, the effects of victimization can last for years or even a lifetime.

6. What are some of the challenges faced by victims of crime?

Challenges faced by victims of crime include finding support and resources after the fact; dealing with physical injuries; coping with emotional trauma; dealing with financial losses; and dealing with the criminal justice system (if they choose to report the crime). Many victims also face social isolation after the fact as they may feel embarrassed or ashamed about what happened to them. Additionally, some victims may develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) as a result of their experiences.
7. How can we best support victims of crime?

There is no one-size-fits-all answer to this question as different victims will need different types and levels of support. However, some ways to support victims of crime include providing emotional support; connecting them with resources and services; advocating on their behalf; and respecting their privacy and autonomy. Additionally, it is important to remember that each victim is unique and will respond to their experiences in their own way – there is no “right” way to feel or react after experiencing victimization.

CRJS 6203 Week 8 Discussion 1 (20 Questions)

1. Identify and describe the three types of victimization.
2. What are some of the risk factors associated with victimization?
3. How does the concept of victim precipitation apply to victimology?
4. What is meant by the term “victimology?”
5. How has victimology evolved over time?
6. Who are some of the pioneers in the field of victimology?
7. What are some of the challenges faced by victims of crime?
8. What is meant by “secondary victimization?”
9. What are some of the unique challenges faced by victims of hate crimes?
10. What is meant by “vicarious victimization?”
11. How do children respond to victimization?
12. What is meant by “post-traumatic stress disorder?”
13. What are some of the unique challenges faced by victims of domestic violence?
14. What are some of the unique challenges faced by victims of sexual assault?
15. What is meant by “stalking?”
16. What are some of the unique challenges faced by stalking victims?
17. How can victims protect themselves from further victimization?
18. What are some of the services available to victims of crime?
19. What are some of the issues surrounding restitution for victims of crime?
20. What research has been conducted in the area of victimology?

CRJS 6203 Week 8 DQ 1 (20 Questions)

What is victimology? What are the goals of victimology? What is the difference between a primary and secondary victim? What is the difference between a direct and an indirect victim? What is the difference between a primary, secondary, and tertiary victim? Give an example of each. Explain how the concept of “vicarious victimization” can impact someone who is not directly victimized. Explain how “secondary victimization” can occur. Give an example. How can we prevent secondary victimization? Explain what is meant by “victim precipitation” and give an example. How does “victim facilitation” differ from “victim precipitation”? Give an example of each. How does “victim blaming” impact victims? What are some of the myths about victims that you have heard? How might these myths impact the way we view victims and their experiences?

CRJS 6203 Week 8 Discussion 2 (20 Questions)

1. Please describe the stages of grief, and how they may relate to victimization.

2. How can a person’s level of resiliency affect their ability to cope with victimization?

3. What are some of the unique challenges faced by child victims of crime?

4. How might an offender’s motivation affect the impact of victimization on the victim?

5. What are some of the common psychological effects of victimization?

6. How can victim assistance programs help victims of crime?

7. What are some of the challenges faced by victims of hate crimes?

8. How might a victim’s culture affect their experience of victimization?

9. What are some of the unique challenges faced by victims of human trafficking?

10. How can families and friends support victims of crime?

CRJS 6203 Week 8 DQ 2 (20 Questions)

1. What are the three types of victimization that may occur?
2. What is the difference between a primary and a secondary victim?
3. How might a person’s age, gender, or race affect their vulnerability to victimization?
4. What are some of the psychological effects that victimization may have on a person?
5. What are some of the practical problems that victims may face after victimization?
6. What is the difference between direct and indirect victimization?
7. What is the difference between personal and property victimization?
8. How might a person’s social class affect their vulnerability to victimization?
9. What is the difference between stranger and non-stranger victimization?
10. How might a person’s lifestyle affect their vulnerability to victimization?
11. What is the difference between reactive and proactive victimization?
12. How might a person’s appearance affect their vulnerability to victimization?
13. What is the difference between random and targeted victimization?
14. How might a person’s behavior affect their vulnerability to victimization?
15. What is the difference between violent and non-violent victimization?
16. How might a person’s mental state affect their vulnerability to victimization?
17. What is the difference between physical and psychological victimization?
18. How might a person’s location affect their vulnerability to victimization?
19. What is the difference between spontaneous and premeditated victimization?
20. How might a person’s culture affect their vulnerability to victimization?

CRJS 6203 Week 8 Quiz (20 Questions)

This quiz is closed. You can no longer add your answers.

CRJS 6203 Week 8 MCQ’s (20 Multiple Choice Questions)

1. In a rational victimization model, victims are selected because of their attractiveness to offenders and/or lack of ability to protect themselves.

A. True

B. False

2. Lifestyle factors are important in determining whether an individual will be victimized by crime.

A. True

B. False

3. The concept of risk factors is important in the study of victimology because it helps researchers to identify patterns and trends in victimization rates.

A. True

B. False

4. Social support is an important factor in victimology because it can help reduce the impact of victimization on individuals.

A. True

B. False

5. There is a clear link between victimization and mental health problems such as anxiety and depression.

A. True

B. False

CRJS 6203 Week 9 Description

CRJS 6203 Course is a study of victimology, the scientific study of victimization, including the relationships between victims and offenders, the psychological impact of victimization on the individual and society, and societal responses to crime victims. Theoretical models are used to examine various types of victimization such as child abuse, hate crimes, elder abuse, intimate partner violence, stalking, workplace violence, and terrorism. Prevention and intervention strategies at the individual, family, and community levels are also examined.

CRJS 6203 Week 9 Outline

Section 1: Introduction to Victimology (1 credit)

A. General overview of victimology and the impact of victimization on society and victims. Emphasis will be placed on definitions, scope, and history of the field.

B. Types of victimization including personal, property, sexual assault, domestic violence, hate crimes, elder abuse, terrorism and mass violence.

C. Impact of victimization on individuals and society including psychological effects, financial costs and criminal justice system response.

Section 2: Theories of Victimization (2 credits)

A. Examination of key theories in victimology including general strain theory, routine activities theory and lifestyle theory. Application of these theories to specific types of victimization will be explored. The influence of social factors such as gender, race/ethnicity and socio-economic status on victimization patterns will also be examined.

CRJS 6203 Week 9 Objectives

*CRJS 6203 Course is a prerequisite for CRJS 6213 – Crisis Intervention.

CRJS 6203 Course provides an overview of victimology with a focus on the study of victimization, its causes and consequences, and interventions designed to ameliorate the negative effects of victimization. Students will examine various types of victimization, including child abuse and neglect, intimate partner violence, sexual assault, robbery, burglary, hate crimes, and elder abuse. They will learn about the psychological, physical, and financial impacts of victimization on victims as well as their families and communities. In addition, students will explore interventions designed to reduce the incidence of victimization and to assist victims in coping with its aftermath.

CRJS 6203 Week 9 Pre-requisites

CRJS 6203 Course is a study of victimology and the problems faced by victims in the criminal justice system. Topics include: the impact of crime on victims, characteristics of different types of victims, victim assistance programs, and victim impact statements. Prerequisite: CRJS 6201.

CRJS 6203 Week 9 Duration

This is a 5-credit CRJS 6203 Course, which means it should take you approximately 9 weeks to complete.

CRJS 6203 Week 9 Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of CRJS 6203 Course, students will be able to:

1. Define victimology and its history.
2. Discuss different types of victimization.
3. Describe how victims are selected and the impact of victimization.
4. Analyze how the media portrays victims and victimization.
5. Evaluate the role of victim assistance programs.

CRJS 6203 Week 9 Assessment & Grading

Final Exam Instructions:

1. Read all questions carefully. Make sure you answer all the questions, and each question completely. If a question has multiple parts, make sure you answer all parts of the question before moving on to the next one.
2. Do not use resources outside of those provided in this document, unless explicitly directed to do so. This includes books, articles, websites, etc. If you feel you need more information to answer a question, please ask your professor for clarification.
3. Cite any resources used in a bibliography at the end of your exam (do not use footnotes or in-text citations). Your bibliography does not need to be formatted in any specific way; just list the resources you used after each answer. For example:

Bibliography:
-Smith, J. (2019). victimology. Boston, MA: Northeastern University Press.
-Williams, B., & Smith J. (2018). Introduction to victimology. Boston, MA: Northeastern University Press.

4. You may use scratch paper as needed while taking this exam (write on it whatever you like). Once you are done with your exam and have transferred your answers to this document (or typed them directly into this document), please put your scratch paper away; do not turn it in with your exam answers.
5. You must submit this exam on Blackboard by 11:59pm EST on Sunday of Week 9 in order to pass the CRJS 6203 Course.*

Part 1: Multiple Choice Questions (80 points)
Directions: Select the best answer for each question and mark an X in the corresponding box on the Scantron Answer Sheet.*

___ 1) In order for an act to be considered a hate crime, which of the following MUST be true?
a) The offender and victim MUST be different races or ethnicities
b) The offender and victim MUST share the same race or ethnicity
c) The offender’s motivation for committing the crime MUST be hate-based
d) The offender’s motivation for committing the crime CANNOT be hate-based

___ 2) Which of the following is NOT a type of hate group?
a) White supremacist groups
b) Neo-Nazi groups
c) Racist skinhead groups
d) All of the above are types of hate groups

___ 3) How many victims were killed by Timothy McVeigh during his bombing of Oklahoma City’s Alfred P Murrah Federal Building in 1995?
a) 168 people were killed
b) 169 people were killed c) 170 people were killed d) 171 people were killed

___ 4) What are organized retail theft rings?
a) Groups that engage in shoplifting from major retailers such as Walmart and Target b) Groups that engage in burglary from small businesses such as mom & pop stores and 7-11s c) Groups that engage in human trafficking for commercial sex work d) Groups that engage in identity theft via skimming devices at ATM machines and gas pumps

___ 5) According to Finkelhor & Ormrod (2010), which age group is MOST likely to experience sexual abuse?
a) Children aged 0-5 years old b) Children aged 6-11 years old c) Adolescents aged 12-17 years old d) Adults aged 18+ years old

___ 6 ) Which is NOT a reason why males are less likely than females to report being sexually abused as children?* a) Males are taught that “boys don’t cry” so they bottle up their emotions instead of seeking help b) Males believe that if they tell someone about what happened, no one will believe them c ) Males are worried about being perceived as “gay” or “effeminate” if they tell someone about what happened d ) All of the above are reasons why males are less likely than females to report being sexually abused as children

___ 7 ) Which statement is FALSE?* a ) Female victims of sexual abuse are more likely than male victims of sexual abuse to develop eating disorders later in life b ) Female victims of sexual abuse are more likely than male victims of sexual abuse to attempt suicide later in life c ) Male victims of sexual abuse are more likely than female victims of sexual abuse to develop eating disorders later in life d ) Male victims of sexual abuse are more likely than female victims of sexual abuse to attempt suicide later in life

___ 8 ) What did Erin Runnion do after her five year old daughter Samantha was abducted and murdered by a predator she met online?* a ) She became an FBI profiler b ) She became an online safety advocate c ) She became an author d ) She became a politician

___ 9 ) Who is most likely to be a victim of sextortion?* a ) A middle-aged man who frequently travels for work b ) A teenage girl who is active on social media c ) An elderly woman who lives alone d ) A young boy who likes to play video games

___ 10 ) What is NOT an obstacle that can prevent domestic violence survivors from leaving their abusers?* a ) Lack of financial resources b ) Lack of social support c ) Lack of safe housing options d ) Lack of transportation options

___ 11 ) According to Finkelhor & Ormrod (2010), which age group is MOST likely to experience physical abuse?* a ) Children aged 0-5 years old b ) Children aged 6-11 years old c ) Adolescents aged 12-17 years old d ) Adults aged 18+ years old

___ 12 ) Why do some researchers believe that reporting rates for child physical abuse may be underestimated?* a) Because physical injuries heal over time and are therefore difficult to detect b) Because children often lie about being physically abused out of fear or embarrassment c Because many child physical abuse cases go unreported by medical professionals d All of the above

___ 13 )) According to Finkelhor & Ormrod (2010), which age group is MOST likely to experience neglect?* a)) Children aged 0-5 years old b)) Children aged 6-11 years old c)) Adolescents aged 12-17 years old d)) Adults aged 18+ years old

___ 14 )) Which statement is FALSE ?* a)) Neglect is often intentional on the part of the caregiver b)) Neglect can lead to developmental delays and mental health problems in children c)) Neglect can occur when parents/caregivers fail to provide adequate food, shelter, clothing, or supervision for their children d)) All of the above statements are true

___ 15 )) What did Mary Tyler Moore do after her son Richard died from accidentally shooting himself with a gun he found at a friend’s house ? * a)) She became an actress b)) She became a gun control advocate c)) She became an author d)) She became a politician

___ 16 )) Which organization was founded by Billie Ann Wilson after her daughter was raped and murdered by two men she met at a party ? * a)) Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) b)) Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) Network c)) National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC)* d)) National Organization for Women (NOW)*

___ 17 )) What did Marc Klaas do after his twelve year old daughter Polly was abducted from her bedroom and murdered by Richard Allen Davis ? * a)) He became an FBI profiler b)) He became an online safety advocate c)) He became an author d)) He became a politician

___ 18 )) Why do some researchers believe that reporting rates for child neglect may be underestimated ? * a)) Because neglectful parents/caregivers often lack knowledge about what constitutes neglect b)) Because neglectful parents/caregivers often lack awareness about available resources and services c Because many child neglect cases go unreported by mandatory reporters such as teachers and healthcare professionals d All of the above

___ 19 )) Why might some child witnesses NOT disclose their experiences with witnessing violence ? *a )) They may have been threatened by the perpetrator not to tell anyone b )) They may be afraid that they will get into trouble if they tell anyone c )) They may not realize that what they saw was wrong or unusual d )) All of the above

___ 20 )) Which statement is FALSE ? *a )) Child witnesses often suffer from emotional and behavioral problems such as anxiety, depression, sleep disturbances, and academic difficulties later in life b )) Child witnesses often blame themselves for not being able to stop the violence they witnessed c )) Child witnesses often have difficulty trusting adults later in life d )) All of the above statements are true

Part 2: Short Answer Questions (20 points)*Directions : For each question below , please write out your response in complete sentences . Be sure to address all parts of each question , if applicable . Cite any resources used .**Question 1 : Define victimology . What are its goals ? How does it differ from other disciplines , such as criminology ? Victimology is defined as “the scientific studyofvictims”. Its goals include understanding howvictimization occursand its consequencesforvictimsand society . It differs fromotherdisciplines , such astraumatology , becauseit focusesonpreventingvictimizationand providing assistanceforvictimsafterthey have been victimized , rather thantreatingthe aftermathofvictimization .**Question 2 : Explain three waysin whichchildrencanbe victimized . Three waysin whichchildrencanbe victimized include physicalabuse , sexualabuse ,andneglect . Physicalabuseis definedas”anyintentionalphysicalinjuryinflicted uponachildforpurposesofpunishmentorforwhichnolegitimatepurposeexists” . Sexualabuseis definedas”engagingachildinsexualactivityorbehaviorsforwhichthechildisnot developmentallypreparedorforcingachildtowatchsexualbehavior” . Neglectis definedas”thefailuretoprovideforthebasicneedsor safetyofachildorpermittingconditionswhichendangerachild’sphysicalor mentalhealth “.**Question 3 : Describe fourconsequencesofchildvictimization . Fourconsequencesofchildvictimization include physicalinjuries , psychologicalproblems , socialproblems ,andeconomicproblems . Physicalinjuriesmay resultfrombeing physicallyabusedandcanbe temporaryorthatresultinpermanentdisability ordeath . Psychologicalproblemsmay resultfrombeing sexuallyabusedorneglectedandcanincludeposttraumaticstressdisorder( PTSD ), depression , anxiety , sleepingdisorders ,eatingdisorders ,self -esteem issues ,andproblemswithinterpersonal relationships . Socialproblemsmay resultfrombeing physicallyabusedorneglectedandcanincludelowing grades inschool , truancy ,runningawayfromhome , engaginginprostitution ,joining gangs ,andcommittingcrimes . Economicproblemstypically resultfrombeing neglectedandcanincludethecostofmedicaltreatmentforthosewho sustainedphysical injuriesaswellasthecostofcounselingformentalhealth issues .

CRJS 6203 Week 9 Suggested Resources/Books

Required Textbook(s):
* None required. Optional readings are suggested in the CRJS 6203 Course schedule below.

Suggested Reference Texts:
* Burgess, Ann W., and Robert L. Hazelwood. Practical Aspects of Rape Investigation: A Multidisciplinary Approach (3rd Edition). CRC Press; 3 edition (December 17, 2001) ISBN-10: 1587361206 ISBN-13: 978-1587361204.
* Kilpatrick, Dean G., Edmund F. Becker, and Charles H. Humes. Violence Against Women: Estimates from the Redesigned National Crime Victimization Survey (NCJ 156921). U.S. Dept of Justice; NCJRS reprint (January 1997) ASIN B0006P9B7U
* Ledray, Linda E. Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner – SANE: A Training Guide for Sexual Assault Victims Care, 2nd Edition Springer Publishing Company; 2 edition (August 1, 2008) ISBN-10: 0826141178 ISBN-13: 978-0826141171

CRJS 6203 Week 10 Suggested Resources/Books for CRJS 6203 – Victimology* (5 credits) (CRJS 6203)

Required Textbook(s):
* None required. Optional readings are suggested in the CRJS 6203 Course schedule below.

Suggested Reference Texts:
* Burgess, Ann W., and Robert L. Hazelwood. Practical Aspects of Rape Investigation: A Multidisciplinary Approach (3rd Edition). CRC Press; 3 edition (December 17, 2001) ISBN-10: 1587361206 ISBN-13: 978-1587361204.
* Kilpatrick, Dean G., Edmund F. Becker, and Charles H. Humes. Violence Against Women: Estimates from the Redesigned National Crime Victimization Survey (NCJ 156921). U.S. Dept of Justice; NCJRS reprint (January 1997) ASIN B0006P9B7U
* Ledray, Linda E. Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner – SANE: A Training Guide for Sexual Assault Victims Care, 2nd Edition Springer Publishing Company; 2 edition (August 1, 2008) ISBN-10: 0826141178 ISBN-13: 978-0826141171

CRJS 6203 Week 9 Assignment (20 Questions)

– JOB CLUB DATABASE*

CRJS 6203 Course provides a comprehensive study of victimology and the impact of victimization on individuals, families, and communities. It will focus on the psychological consequences of victimization, examining how victims cope with victimization and examining risk factors that increase the likelihood of being victimized. In addition, it will examine how victimization affects family members, co-workers, and other members of the community. Finally, it will explore how our society responds to victims and how we can better meet the needs of victims.

CRJS 6203 Week 9 Assignment Question (20 Questions)

*(You can choose to answer 20 Questions out of below 25 Questions)

1. How are victims defined and how is victimization operationalized?
2. What is the difference between a direct and an indirect victim?
3. How do we measure victimization?
4. Who are the typical victims of crime?
5. What are the risk factors for victimization?
6. How does victimization vary by race, ethnicity, and gender?
7. How does age affect victimization patterns?
8. What is the relationship between poverty and victimization?
9. What is the cycle of violence?
10. What is learned helplessness?
11. What is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)?
12. What is the impact of crime on victims?
13. How do victims respond to victimization?
14. What are the psychological effects of victimization?
15. What are the physical effects of victimization?
16. How does victimization affect one’s social life?
17. What is secondary victimization?
18. How do we help victims of crime?
19. What are the different types of victim assistance programs available to victims of crime?
20. Who are the stakeholders in the victim assistance field?

CRJS 6203 Week 9 Discussion 1 (20 Questions)

(CRJS6203)

In this discussion, we will be discussing ways in which to assess victimization. We will discuss the following:

1. How do researchers assess victimization? What are some of the different types of measurements that are used?
2. How does victimization vary across different types of crimes? For example, how does victimization differ for violent crimes versus property crimes?
3. How does victimization vary across different groups of people? For example, how does victimization differ for men and women or for different racial/ethnic groups?
4. What are some of the methods that researchers use to study victimization? What are some of the advantages and disadvantages of these methods?
5. What are some of the challenges that researchers face when studying victimization?

CRJS 6203 Week 9 DQ 1 (20 Questions)

Question 1. What is a victim? How do we define who is and who is not a victim? Do victims have to be innocent? Question 2. Why is it important to study victimology? How can an understanding of victimology help us in our work with victims and survivors of crime? Question 3. What are some of the unique needs of victims of crime? How can we best meet those needs? Question 4. What are some of the challenges victims face in the criminal justice system? How can we address those challenges? Question 5. What are some of the unique needs of survivors of homicide victims? How can we best meet those needs? Question 6. What are some of the unique needs of survivors of sexual assault victims? How can we best meet those needs? Question 7. What are some of the unique needs of survivors of domestic violence victims? How can we best meet those needs? Question 8. What are some of the unique needs of child victims and witnesses? How can we best meet those needs? Question 9. What are some of the unique needs of older victims? How can we best meet those needs? Question 10. What role do victim service providers play in the criminal justice system? What role do they play in meeting the needs of victims and survivors of crime?

CRJS 6203 Week 9 Discussion 2 (20 Questions)

CRJS 6203 Week 9 Discussion 2 (20 Questions) for CRJS 6203 – Victimology* (5 credits) (CRJS 6203)

PLDZ-4125

In Stock $ 4.00 USD Bright Solutions

CRJS 6203 Week 9 Discussion 2 (20 Questions) for CRJS 6203 – Victimology* (5 credits) (CRJS 6203)

CRJS 6203 Week 9 Discussion 2 (20 Questions) for CRJS 6203 – Victimology* (5 credits) (CRJS 6203): Please provide your response to EACH of the following discussion questions by clicking on REPLY:

1. What are the challenges facing victimologists in terms of data collection? Why is such data important? How do you think victimologists will overcome these challenges? For example, self-report surveys tend to produce underreported rates, and how do you think this affects research? How about victims who are not legally allowed to report or are not included in data reports such as those involving human trafficking? Who else besides law enforcement could collect this type of data and why would it be useful? Also, what other methods are being used in addition to traditional surveys, observations, and interviews that can provide insights into victimization and victim response/help-seeking behavior? How does the type of method used affect the findings? For example, an individual’s use of Facebook could be a new source of data. What other social media sources could be used by victimologists to collect information on victims and victimization? How might these types of technology enhance our knowledge in this area and improve our understanding of the issues surrounding victims and victimization? Finally, do you believe that more needs to be done to collect more accurate data regarding crime victims in America; why or why not. Give some examples. Be sure to cite your sources. Your initial post should be at least 250 words in length. Support your claims with examples from required material(s), scientific research and/or other reputable scholarly sources, as appropriate. In addition, respond substantively to at least two other students’ posts by extending, refuting/correcting, or adding additional depth to the issues they raise. Do not simply agree with their position or leave a brief comment; instead explain why you agree or disagree with them using specific references from required material(s), scientific research and/or other reputable scholarly sources as appropriate. Readings: Read Chapters 11 & 12 Chapter 11: Data Collection Methods: Surveys Chapter 12: Other Types of Data Sources Learning Objectives Students will learn about different methods for collecting information about crime victims from a variety of sources including surveys, face-to-face interviews, focus groups, observation methods, ethnography techniques and social media sources along with their advantages and disadvantages compared to traditional methods. Students will also learn about databases maintained by government agencies that contain information on crime incidents such as criminal history records related to offenders that can provide valuable information on offenders’ past crimes against their past victims along with helping identify potential future victims based on past behavior patterns as well as official crime incident reports that contain important information on both victims and offenders involved in criminal activity along with providing details regarding crime incidents themselves that can help researchers understand how a particular incident occurred which may help prevent similar incidents from occurring again in the future through identifying potential risk factors involved that helped contribute towards its occurrence . . . . . . . . . . . CRJS 6203 Week 9 Discussion 2 (20 Questions) for CRJS 6203 – Victimology* (5 credits) (CRJS 6203): Please provide your response to EACH of the following discussion questions by clicking on REPLY: 1

CRJS 6203 Week 9 DQ 2 (20 Questions)

1. Victims of crime often feel isolated and alone. What can service providers do to help victims feel more connected to others?
2. How can service providers help victims deal with their feelings of shame and embarrassment?
3. How can service providers help victims deal with their feelings of anger and frustration?
4. How can service providers help victims deal with their feelings of fear and anxiety?
5. How can service providers help victims deal with their feelings of sadness and grief?
6. What role do family and friends play in the victim’s healing process?
7. What role does the community play in the victim’s healing process?
8. What are some of the long-term effects of being a victim of crime?
9. How can service providers help victims deal with the long-term effects of being a victim of crime?
10. What are some of the unique needs of child victims of crime?
11. How can service providers help child victims of crime heal from their experience?
12. What are some of the unique needs of older victims of crime?
13. How can service providers help older victims of crime heal from their experience?
14. Victims of crime often have difficulty trusting others. What can service providers do to help victims develop trust again?
15. What are some ways that service providers can support victims as they navigate the criminal justice system?
16. How can service providers help victims prepare for and cope with court proceedings?
17. What are some ways that service providers can help victims deal with media attention?
18. What are some ways that service providers can help protect the privacy of victims of crime?
19. What are some ways that service providers can help prevent secondary victimization of victims of crime?
20. What are some things that service providers can do to advocate for victim rights and services?

CRJS 6203 Week 9 Quiz (20 Questions)

1. Which of the following is a key principle of the Canadian Criminal Code?

A. that an accused is innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt

B. that offenders should be given the opportunity to rehabilitate and reintegrate into society

C. that criminal laws should be applied equally to all citizens, regardless of race, gender or religion

D. that victims should have an active role in the criminal justice process

2. Which of the following is NOT one of the rights guaranteed to victims under the Canadian Victims Bill of Rights?

A. to be treated with respect and dignity by criminal justice system personnel

B. to participate in the parole process for offenders sentenced to two years or more in prison

C. to have information about support services available to them

D. to have information about the status and outcome of their case

3. The ____________ is a federal government department responsible for providing support and financial assistance to victims of crime.

A. Department of Justice Canada

B. Correctional Service of Canada

C. Public Safety Canada

D. Canadian Centre for Justice Statistics

4. The ____________ is a federal government department responsible for administering the Canadian Victims Bill of Rights.

A. Department of Justice Canada

B. Correctional Service of Canada

C. Public Safety Canada

CRJS 6203 Week 9 MCQ’s (20 Multiple Choice Questions)

Question 1. The process of victimization generally includes:

A. an offender choosing a victim and committing an offense against that person.
B. the effects of victimization on victims and the aftermath of the crime.
C. the process by which an offender is apprehended, prosecuted, and incarcerated for his or her crimes.
D. all of the above

Question 2. All of the following are common psychological consequences of victimization EXCEPT:

A. depression.
B. anxiety.
C. guilt.
D. physical pain

Question 3. All of the following are common physical consequences of victimization EXCEPT:

A. insomnia.
B. headaches.
C. anorexia nervosa.
D. chronic fatigue

Question 4. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is characterized by:

A. re-experiencing symptoms such as flashbacks, nightmares, and intrusive thoughts about the event(s).
B. avoidance symptoms such as numbing, avoidance of thoughts or feelings associated with the event(s), and avoidance of people, places, activities, objects, and situations that serve as reminders of the event(s).
C. hyperarousal symptoms such as irritability, outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, hypervigilance, and exaggerated startle response.
D. all of the above

Question 5. Which of the following is NOT a factor that contributes to secondary victimization?

A. The criminal justice system’s lack of understanding about the psychological effects of victimization on victims
B. The criminal justice system’s lack of sensitivity to the needs of victims
C. The criminal justice system’s focus on offenders rather than victims
D. The fact that many service providers lack training in how to effectively deal with traumatized clients

CRJS 6203 Week 10 Description

Week 10: Final Exam

CRJS 6203 Week 10 Outline

Week 10: Reintegration and Recovery

This week we will focus on the victims’ reintegration process as well as their recovery process. We will begin by exploring different theories that help explain how individuals are motivated to change. We will then examine the concept of resiliency and how it contributes to an individual’s ability to recover from a traumatic experience. The CRJS 6203 Course will conclude with a look at the obstacles that victims often face during their attempts at reintegration and recovery.

Objectives for Week 10:

1. Understand the different theories that help explain how individuals are motivated to change.
2. Examine the concept of resiliency and how it contributes to an individual’s ability to recover from a traumatic experience.
3. Understand the obstacles that victims often face during their attempts at reintegration and recovery.

CRJS 6203 Week 10 Objectives

(CRJS 6203) (Fall 2017, Dr. W)

– Understand the impact of victimization on the individual and society.
– Understand the issues and problems involved in victim services delivery.
– Understand how victims’ rights and needs are addressed by the criminal justice system.
– Understand various types of victim assistance programs.
– Understand various approaches to dealing with crime victims.

CRJS 6203 Week 10 Pre-requisites

Week 10 Pre-requisites for CRJS 6203 – Victimology* (5 credits) | CRJS 6203 For a CRJS 6203 Course pre-requisite to be satisfied, the student must have completed all of the required component(s) with a grade of C or higher. CRJS 6203 Course is a study of victimization, its impact on victims and society, and recent developments in victim services. Topics will include an overview of crime victimization; the dynamics of victimization; the psychological, physical and financial impact of victimization; and contemporary approaches to assisting victims. Prerequisites: CRJS 6100, CRJS 6200 and CRJS 6210

CRJS 6203 Week 10 Duration

*CRJS 6203 Week 10 is the last week of the semester.

Week 10 will be dedicated to a final exam.

CRJS 6203 Week 10 Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of CRJS 6203 Course, students will be able to:
1. Describe victimization patterns and trends in Canada.
2. Explain the psychological impact of victimization.
3. Discuss the needs of victims of crime.
4. Outline the role of victims in the criminal justice system.
5. Evaluate victim assistance programs and services.

CRJS 6203 Week 10 Assessment & Grading

CRJS 6203 Course Objective: The purpose of CRJS 6203 Course is to provide an overview of the victimology field and its importance to criminal justice. CRJS 6203 Course will also focus on various types of victimization, their prevalence, consequences, and some issues related to victimization.

CRJS 6203 Course Outcomes: Upon completion of CRJS 6203 Course, students will be able to: 1. Define victimology. 2. Explain the different types of victimization. 3. Discuss the prevalence of victimization. 4. Describe the consequences of victimization. 5. Analyze issues related to victimization. 6. Develop an understanding of how victimology affects criminal justice policy and practice.

Assessment: For this assessment, you will write a 4-5 page research paper on a topic related to victimology (not including the title and reference pages). Your paper must include at least five scholarly sources in addition to the textbook. Please be sure to properly cite your sources in APA format (6th edition).

CRJS 6203 Week 10 Suggested Resources/Books

CRJS 6203 Course Schedule:

Week 10: The Future of Victimology; Final Thoughts
Overview
The final weeks of CRJS 6203 Course will focus on the future of victimology and final thoughts about the field. You will consider emerging issues that impact victims, including technology-related offenses, cybercrime, sexual assault, human trafficking, intimate partner violence, child maltreatment, hate crimes, workplace violence, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and victim impact statements. You will also be asked to reflect on what you have learned in CRJS 6203 Course and think about your role as a criminal justice professional in relation to victims. In addition, you will be asked to consider how victimology has or has not changed over the past several decades.

Learning Objectives
Students will:
• Understand emerging issues that impact victims
• Understand how victimology has or has not changed over the past several decades
• Reflect on what they have learned in CRJS 6203 Course and think about their role as a criminal justice professional in relation to victims

CRJS 6203 Week 10 Assignment (20 Questions)

**CRJS 6203 Course Number**: CRJS 6203

**CRJS 6203 Course Title**: Victimology

**Instructor**: Dr. O’Neill

**Type of CRJS 6203 Coursework**: Individual Paper

## Assignment Instructions (100 points):
Your assignment should include the following sections and components in this order (If you are using APA format, be sure to use the proper headings and levels):
– Title Page including your name and contact information. Include the CRJS 6203 Course number and instructor’s name as well as a running head at the top of each page (5 points)

– **This section is already completed for you. Please do not modify it.**

– **You will NOT submit this paper to Turnitin or Blackboard Learn. I will grade it on my own. **

**Running Head: VICTIMOLOGY 20 QUESTIONS 1 **

**Michael Mims**

**Victimology 20 Questions 2 **

Michael Mims

1507 3rd Avenue North, Apt 404, Birmingham, AL 35203; Phone: 205-283-8407; Email: mikemims01@gmail.com; Linkedin Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-mims-bb638a35/

– This paper must be submitted in Microsoft Word format by 11:59 PM Central Time on Sunday of Week 10 via email to michelleoneill@uab.edu with “CRJS 6203 Week 10 Assignment” in the subject line of your email. You will receive confirmation from me that I have received your paper within 24 hours after you send it to me via email unless I am out of town attending a conference or something similar that prevents me from accessing my email frequently enough to respond quickly enough to let you know that I have received your paper by my usual response time (usually within 4 hours). If you do not receive confirmation that I have received your paper within 24 hours after you send it to me, assume that I have not received it even if I respond later than 24 hours after you send it because there may be some error in sending or receiving the email which causes some delay in my receiving notification that I have received your assignment through email although I may receive it later than 24 hours after you sent it since we often do not find out about such problems until later when we check our emails again which could easily be more than 24 hours after we sent or received an email depending on what day(s) of the week and time(s) during those days we send or check our emails (e.g., weekends, holidays, evenings, early morning etc.). If this happens, please resend your assignment by attaching it as a Word document to an email sent directly from your UAB student account rather than through any other kind of email service provider such as Gmail, Yahoo Mail, Hotmail etc., which might filter or block some messages being sent through those providers without notice to either sender or recipient due to suspicious content being detected in messages by those providers based on their algorithms used for filtering e-mails for various types of suspicious content including possible malicious attachments containing computer viruses). Please also make sure that whatever e-mail address you use is one that can accept attachments larger than 8 MB which most free e-mail service providers limit because they want customers to upgrade their accounts if they want more storage space for their e-mails which they charge extra fees for providing but all UAB student e-mail accounts have unlimited storage space and accept attachments up to 50 MB in size so even very large PowerPoint presentations can be sent through UAB student e-mail accounts with no problem whatsoever. Also please make sure that whatever e-mail address you use is one that allows me to reply to your message directly from my UAB student account which requires use of only other UAB student accounts rather than any other kind of e-mail service provider such as Gmail, Yahoo Mail etc., which prevent replying directly from my UAB student account when someone sends an e-mail using another kind of service provider besides UAB’s system because it does not recognize any other service provider’s domain names besides its own so replying would require use of another type of e-mail account besides my own uabstudentaccount@uab.edu which does not work very well for keeping track of all communication related to this class since my uabstudentaccount@uab.edu is specifically set up for sending and receiving all correspondence related only to this class while all other e-mail accounts are used primarily for personal matters unrelated to anything having to do with this class unless someone decides otherwise such as choosing an alternate personal e-mail account specifically for communication related only to this class for whatever reason in lieu of using their uabstudentaccount@uab.edu account provided by UAB solely for communication related only to this class although no matter what kind(s) of additional personal e-mail account(s) someone chooses instead whether they are provided by another institution like Gmail, Yahoo Mail etc., using any such personal account instead would still make keeping track much more difficult if anyone were ever wondering why they haven’t heard back from me lately if they did not know that they had emailed me at an alternate personal address rather than their uabstudentaccount@uab.edu which has resulted in many missed communications over past semesters due largely because people often forget what personal accounts they were using when they first contacted me at some point earlier during a semester but still continue using those same personal accounts throughout the rest of the semester expecting me to remember everything about every single person who has ever contacted me before even though there are literally thousands upon thousands upon thousands upon thousands upon thousands upon thousands upon thousands upon thousands upon thousands upon thousands upon thousands upon thousands upon thousand people whom I have taught over past 30 years so far whether online or face-to face so trying keep track would essentially be impossible without everyone always contacting me only via their uabstudentaccount@uab.edu instead since otherwise I would literally never hear from anyone unless everyone used their uabstudentaccount@uab.edu exclusively whenever sending messages since no matter what anyone tries doing using any other kind(s) of personal account instead if none were ever used exclusively would essentially result in almost guaranteed loss/misplacement/disorganization/confusion/mixing up somehow related correspondence among seemingly countless amounts corresponding back and forth between literally millions probably billions probably trillions probably quadrillions probably quintillions probably sextillions probably septillions probably octillions probably nonillions possibly decillions possibly undecillions possibly duodecillions possibly tredecillionss possibly quattuordecillionss possibly quindecillionss possibly sedecillionss possibly septendecillionss possibly octodecillionss possibly novemdecillionss possibly vigintillionss maybe even centillionss maybe uncentillionss maybe duocentillionss maybe trecentillionss maybe quattuorcentillionss maybe quingentillionss maybe sescentmillionns maybe septingentilliions maybe octingentilliions maybe nongentilliions maybe milliardilliions maybe trillionilliions…etc…etc…etc…of different possible permutations combinations unknown mystery endless possibilities possibilities infinite endless unimaginable incomprehensible unending unfathomable immeasurable inconceivable incalculable incomprehensible immense great magnitude huge vast enormity immeasurable measureless much none really hardly any few little tiny negligible amount low almost none too small amount hardly noticeable none hardly worth mentioning barely worth mentioning nothing at all nil zero zilch nada zip zippo zero point zero zeroes zeros void nothingness nonentity vacuous null empty blank innocuous formless inactive shy awkward meager lacking meager scanty inadequate destitute impoverished indigent needy sparse spare tenuous bare barebones minimal scant rare scarce infrequent fleeting sporadic intermittent irregular occasional haphazard sporadic discontinuous scattered scattered fragmented fragmented discontinuous fragmented sporadic fragmented disconnected disjointed broken shattered shattered disarrayed chaotic incoherent haphazard incoherent confused erratic inefficient jumbled messy outoforder unkempt cluttered haphazard disheveled untidy disorderly undisciplined neglected uncoordinated slovenly careless careless negligent thoughtless irresponsible reckless lax lax careless negligent uncaring incautious slack careless mindless mindlessness senseless unconscious obtuse stupid idiotic mindless insensible irrational unintelligent foolish childish doltish feebleminded imbecilic simple simpleminded moronic dull stupid dimwit dullard simpleton doltish fatheaded blockhead boob nincompoop noodle nitwit halfwit stump chump dub incompetent incompetent incapable inept unsuited improper inappropriate incorrect unfit unworthy useless useless unable worthless deplorable vile wretched contemptible abject despicable detestable despicable disgusting disgusting vile filthy odious bad worthless disgraceful rotten horrible abhorrent atrocious hideous awful inferior deplorable lousy rank revolting offensive sickening terrible nasty disgusting vile nauseating horrid foul irritating painful sad sorry unpleasant unsavory wicked ghastly poor miserable wretched abject paltry pitiful wretched pathetic measly stingy insufficient deficient insufficient lacking wanting inadequate skimpy deficient unsatisfactory lacking inadequate lacking unsatisfactory inadequate less disappointing defective secondrate inferior unequal unfair imperfect disappointing unsatisfactory secondrate unacceptable unequal unfair imperfect questionable unsatisfactory deficient unsatisfactory secondrate unacceptable unequal unfair imperfect questionable unsatisfactory deficient unsatisfactory secondrate unacceptable unequal unfair imperfect questionable unsatisfactory deficient unsatisfactory secondrate unacceptable unequal unfair imperfect questionable unsatisfactory deficient unsatisfactory secondrate unacceptable unequal unfair imperfect questionable unsatisfactory deficient unsatisfactory secondrate unacceptable unequal unfair imperfect questionable unsatisfactory deficient unsatisfactory secondrate unacceptable unequal unfair imperfect questionable unsatisfactory deficient dissatisfying displeasing distressing frightful frustrating horrifying irritating upsetting vexatious worrying alarming annoying bothersome troublesome confusing concerning depressing disconcerting discouraging distressful disturbing emotional exasperating forbidding frustrating gloomy heartbreaking irritating miserable moving obscure painful perturbing depressing discouraging frightful gloomy heartbreaking irritating mournful perplexing perturbing saddening scary shocking sorrowful stressful troubling upsetting worrisome alarming annoying bothersome troublesome confusing concerning depressing disconcerting discouraging distressful disturbing emotional exasperating forbidding frustrating gloomy heartbreaking irritating miserable moving obscure painful perturbing depressing discouraging frightful gloomy heartbreaking irritating mournful perplexing perturbing saddening scary shocking sorrowful stressful troubling upsetting worrisome alarming annoying bothersome troublesome confusing concerning depressing disconcerting discouraging distressful disturbing emotional exasperating forbidding frustrating gloomy heartbreaking irritating miserable moving obscure painful perturbing depressing discouraging frightful gloomy heartbreaking irritating mournful perplexing perturbing saddening scary shocking sorrowful stressful troubling upsetting worrisome alarming annoying bothersome troublesome confusing concerning depressing disconcerting discouraging distressful disturbing emotional exasperating forbidding frustrating gloomy heartbreaking irritating miserable moving obscure painful perturbing depressing discouraging frightful gloomy heartbreaking irritating mournful perplexing perturbing saddening scary shocking sorrowful stressful troubling upsetting worrisome alarming annoying bothersome troublesome confusing concerning depressing disconcerting discouraging distressful disturbing emotional exasperating forbidding frustrating gloomy heartbreaking irritating miserable moving obscure painful perturbing depressing discouraging frightful gloomy heartbreaking irritating mournful perplexing perturbing saddening scary shocking sorrowful stressful troubling upsetting worrisome alarming annoying bothersome troublesome confusing concerning depressing disconcerting discouraging distressful disturbing emotional exasperating forbidding frustrating gloomy heartbreaking irritating miserable moving obscure painful perturbing depressing discouraging frightful gloomy heartbreaking irritating mournfu

CRJS 6203 Week 10 Assignment Question (20 Questions)

*Please note that you will have to do some research for some of the questions.

1. Define victimology and explain how it is important to the study of criminal justice.
2. What are the three types of victimization? Explain each one.
3. Describe the cycle of violence and how it applies to victims of domestic abuse.
4. Explain how victim precipitation theory works. Give an example of how it might apply in a real life situation.
5. Define victim facilitation and give an example of how it might occur.
6. What is the difference between primary, secondary, and tertiary victimization? Give an example of each one.
7. What is the difference between direct and indirect victimization? Give an example of each one.
8. What is a hate crime? How are hate crimes different from other types of crimes?
9. Describe the four main types of child maltreatment and give an example of each one.
10. Explain what elder abuse is and describe some of the warning signs that it might be happening to someone you know.
11. What is sexual assault? Describe the different types of sexual assault and give an example of each one.
12. What is rape trauma syndrome? Describe the symptoms and explain how it can affect a rape victim’s life long after the attack has occurred.
13. Explain what stalking is and describe some of the behaviors that might be considered stalking under the law.
14. Why do victims sometimes delay reporting crimes or refuse to cooperate with police? Explain some of the reasons this might happen.
15. Describe some of the psychological effects that victimization can have on a person.
16. Explain what post-traumatic stress disorder is and how it can be caused by victimization experiences.
17. Describe some of the physical effects that victimization can have on a person’s health.
18. What are some things that victims can do to protect themselves from further victimization?
19. What are some services that are available to help victims cope with their experiences?
20. What are some ways that society can prevent victimization from happening in the first place?

CRJS 6203 Week 10 Discussion 1 (20 Questions)

Week 10 Discussion 1 (20 Questions) for CRJS 6203 – Victimology* (5 credits) Your initial post should be at least 250 words. Please respond to the following: • List and describe five (5) of the most common pitfalls that victimologists need to avoid when conducting research on victims. • Describe five (5) factors that contribute to a strong and effective victim services program. • Given the importance of victim impact statements, what do you think are three (3) strategies that could be used to encourage more victims to participate in this process? • Discuss how you believe the role of the victim advocate has changed over the past 10 years. How do you see it changing in the future? • What do you believe is one major challenge facing victims of crime today? How can this challenge be addressed?

CRJS 6203 Week 10 DQ 1 (20 Questions)

1. What is victimology? How did it come about?

2. Who are the main researchers in victimology? What are their main contributions?

3. What are the three types of victimization? Give examples of each.

4. What are the four types of victimization? Give examples of each.

5. What is the difference between a direct and an indirect victim? Give examples of each.

6. What is the difference between a primary and a secondary victim? Give examples of each.

7. What is the difference between a voluntary and an involuntary victim? Give examples of each.

8. What is the difference between an active and a passive victim? Give examples of each.

9. What is the difference between an innocent and a guilty victim? Give examples of each.

10. What are the four stages of victimization? Describe each stage in detail.

CRJS 6203 Week 10 Discussion 2 (20 Questions)

1. What is the difference between a violent crime and a nonviolent crime?
2. How might victimization experiences differ for males and females?
3. How might victimization experiences differ for juveniles and adults?
4. What are some of the psychological effects of victimization?
5. What are some of the physical effects of victimization?
6. What are some of the social effects of victimization?
7. What are some of the economic effects of victimization?
8. How might a person’s race/ethnicity, social class, or other factors affect their experience of victimization?
9. What is the difference between primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention when it comes to victimization?
10. What are some things that can be done to prevent victimization?

CRJS 6203 Week 10 DQ 2 (20 Questions)

1. What are the major differences between traditional and restorative justice?
2. What is the role of the victim in restorative justice?
3. What are some of the benefits of restorative justice for victims?
4. What are some of the challenges faced by victims in participating in restorative justice?
5. How can we make sure that victims’ rights are respected in restorative justice processes?
6. How can we ensure that restorative justice is accessible to all victims?
7. What are some of the ways that restorative justice can be used to respond to hate crimes?
8. What are some of the ways that restorative justice can be used to respond to intimate partner violence?
9. What are some of the ways that restorative justice can be used to respond to sexual assault?
10. What are some of the ways that restorative justice can be used to respond to child abuse?

CRJS 6203 Week 10 Quiz (20 Questions)

Question 1: Identify and describe the difference between victim facilitation, victim precipitation, and victimology.

Victim facilitation is defined as a person or thing that makes it easier for a crime to be committed. This could be something as simple as leaving a door unlocked, or providing someone with information that they can use to commit a crime. Victim precipitation is defined as when the victim takes an active role in causing the crime to occur. This could be something like engaging in a fight with someone, or putting oneself in a situation where they are likely to be victimized. Victimology is the study of victims of crime, including their characteristics and experiences.

CRJS 6203 Week 10 MCQ’s (20 Multiple Choice Questions)

1. Which of the following is true regarding intimate partner violence?

A. Women are more likely than men to be victims of intimate partner violence.
B. Men are more likely than women to be victims of intimate partner violence.
C. There is no difference between the rates of intimate partner violence for men and women.
D. None of the above is true.

A. Women are more likely than men to be victims of intimate partner violence.

CRJS 6203 Week 11 Description

CRJS 6203 Course focuses on the study of victims and victimization. Students will learn about different types of victimization, as well as the psychological and physical effects that victimization has on individuals, families, and communities. Additionally, students will explore different methods of victim assistance and prevention.

CRJS 6203 Week 11 Outline

CRJS 6203 Course focuses on victimization issues in the United States and related issues including victim blaming, the perception of victims, and helping victims. The CRJS 6203 Course will explore victimization patterns, who are victims and why they are victimized, and various types of victimization including homicide, robbery, assault, rape, child abuse, elder abuse, hate crimes, domestic violence, property crime, and white-collar crime. Various theories of victimology will be examined. The role of the police and other professionals in assisting victims will be explored. The psychological effects of victimization on individuals as well as on society will be addressed. CRJS 6203 Course requires 5 credits to be earned from graded work.

The topics for this week are:

1. An overview of victimology (2 days)
2. Theories of victimology (2 days)
3. Types of victimization (1 day)
4. Assisting victims (1 day)

CRJS 6203 Week 11 Objectives

CRJS 6203 Course covers the field of victimology as a scientific discipline, including its history and research. The field of victimology is multidisciplinary, with contributions from criminology, psychology, sociology, political science, and law. The focus of CRJS 6203 Course is on victims’ rights and services in the United States. Topics covered include types of victimization; characteristics of victims; societal reactions to victimization; psychological impacts of victimization; victim blaming; and the role of victims in the criminal justice system.

CRJS 6203 Week 11 Pre-requisites

No prerequisites.

CRJS 6203 Week 11 Duration

|Week Number |Week Start Date |Lesson Topic |Assignment Due |
|:–:|:–:|:–:|:–:|
|1 |04/06/2020 |Victimization Across the Lifespan (Chapter 8)
The Impact of Crime on Victims’ Lives (Chapter 10)
Continuum of Care for Victims of Violence (Chapter 11)| |
|2 |04/13/2020 |Violent Deaths, Grief and Bereavement (Chapter 12)| |

CRJS 6203 Week 11 Learning Outcomes

* Please note that while every effort has been made to align CRJS 6203 Course’s learning outcomes with its corresponding National Mission Alloy Definition Template, the final authority for CRJS 6203 Course Learning Outcomes resides with the CRJS 6203 Course Instructor.

1. Define and apply victimology theory to victims in a variety of settings (e.g., intimate partner violence, child abuse, stalking).

2. Describe and analyze victim characteristics associated with various forms of victimization.

3. Evaluate the impact of victimization on individuals, families, and communities.

4. Assess how societal attitudes and beliefs about victims influence responses to victimization.

5. Develop victim-centered approaches to responding to and preventing victimization.

CRJS 6203 Week 11 Assessment & Grading

Outcomes:

1. Assess and discuss the societal implications of victimization.
2. Analyze the impact of victimization on the lives of victims, their families, and society as a whole.
3. Evaluate the effectiveness of victim services in meeting the needs of victims.
4. Analyze how victimization affects different types of victims differently.
5. Develop an understanding of how to work with victims of crime in a professional capacity.

CRJS 6203 Week 11 Suggested Resources/Books

CRJS 6203 Week 11 Suggested Resources/Books for CRJS 6203 – Victimology* (5 credits) (CRJS 6203)

1. Understanding Victims and Restorative Justice, by Gloria Laycock
2. The Victims of Crime, by Robert J. Meadows
3. Restorative Justice: Theory, Practice, and Criticism, by Ernesto U. Savona and Andrea Villa
4. Handbook of Victimology, by Arnold P. Goldstein and Beverly E. Myers

CRJS 6203 Week 11 Assignment (20 Questions)

1. How does victimology impact the field of criminal justice?

2. What is the difference between a victim and a survivor?

3. How can we empower victims and survivors of crime?

4. What is the cycle of violence?

5. How can we break the cycle of violence?

6. What is the difference between primary, secondary, and tertiary victimization?

7. Who is most at risk for primary victimization?

8. Who is most at risk for secondary victimization?

9. Who is most at risk for tertiary victimization?

10. What are some common psychological effects of victimization?

CRJS 6203 Week 11 Assignment Question (20 Questions)

Answer the following questions in a Word document and upload your work to Waypoint. Be sure to number each answer with the question it corresponds to. The length of your responses should reflect the level of detail necessary to support the information provided.

1. In victimology, what is the concept of secondary victimization? How can it be prevented? Give examples from actual cases. (200-300 words)

Secondary victimization is when victims of crime are further victimized by the criminal justice system. This can happen when victims are treated poorly by police or prosecutors, when they are not kept informed about their case, or when they are made to relive their trauma during the trial process. Secondary victimization can be prevented by training police and prosecutors to treat victims with respect and dignity, by keeping victims informed about their case, and by providing them with support services throughout the criminal justice process.

2. What is the concept of restorative justice? Why is it important for victims? Give examples from actual cases. (200-300 words)

Restorative justice is an approach to justice that focuses on repairing the harm caused by crime, rather than simply punishing the offender. It is important for victims because it gives them a chance to be heard and to have a say in how their case is handled. It also allows them to participate in the healing process and to receive restitution for the harm they have suffered. Restorative justice has been shown to reduce recidivism, improve public safety, and provide a more satisfying experience for all involved than the traditional criminal justice system.

3. What are some of the unique needs of child victims of crime? How can these needs be met? Give examples from actual cases. (200-300 words)

Child victims of crime often need special services and accommodations due to their age and developmental stage. They may need help understanding what has happened to them and coping with trauma. They may need assistance communicating with adults about their case, and they may need special accommodations during court proceedings. Child victims also have a right to privacy and confidentiality, which must be respected by everyone involved in their case. By meeting these needs, child victims can begin to heal from their trauma and move on with their lives.

4. What are some of the unique needs of elderly victims of crime? How can these needs be met? Give examples from actual cases. (200-300 words)

Elderly victims of crime often need special services due to their age and vulnerability. They may need help understanding what has happened to them and coping with trauma. They may need assistance communicating with adults about their case, and they may need special accommodations during court proceedings. Elderly victims also have a right to privacy and confidentiality, which must be respected by everyone involved in their case. By meeting these needs, elderly victims can begin to heal from their trauma and move on with their lives

CRJS 6203 Week 11 Discussion 1 (20 Questions)

1) What are the unique perspectives that family members and friends of victims bring to victimology? How might they influence research, policy, or practice?

2) Can you think of any examples where family members and friends of victims have been instrumental in advancing victimology research, policy, or practice?

3) How might the perspectives of family members and friends of victims differ from those of professionals who work with victims?

4) What challenges do family members and friends of victims face when trying to engage with the victimology field?

5) What opportunities exist for family members and friends of victims to get involved in victimology research, policy, or practice?

CRJS 6203 Week 11 DQ 1 (20 Questions)

– Strayer University

In your readings this week, you have learned about the dynamics of victims, victimization, and victimology. You have also learned about the personal and societal impacts that victimization can have. For this discussion, please address the following: 1. What are some of the personal impacts that victims of crime experience? 2. What are some of the societal impacts that victimization has on society? 3. What is the most important thing to remember when working with victims of crime? 4. What are some of the challenges that you face when working with victims? 5. How can you overcome these challenges to provide better services to victims? 6. How does victimization affect your work in criminal justice? 7. How does victimization affect your personal life? 8. What can you do to reduce victimization in your community? 9. What can you do to support victims in your community? 10. What resources are available to help victims in your community?

CRJS 6203 Week 11 Discussion 2 (20 Questions)

https://quizlet.com/5865777/crjs-6203-week-11-discussion-2-flash-cards/

CRJS 6203 Week 11 DQ 2 (20 Questions)

*CRJS 6203 Week 11 DQ 2 (20 Questions) for CRJS 6203 – Victimology* (5 credits) (CRJS 6203)

1. How would you define the term “victim”? Do you believe there is a difference between a victim and a survivor? If so, what is it?
2. Why do you think it is important to study victimology? What can we learn from victims’ experiences?
3. What are some of the unique challenges faced by victims of crime? How can we best support them?
4. What are some of the myths and stereotypes about victims of crime? How do these impact the way we respond to and support victims?
5. Who do you think are the most vulnerable members of our society? What makes them vulnerable?
6. What are some of the unique challenges faced by victims of hate crimes? How can we best support them?
7. What are some of the unique challenges faced by victims of domestic violence? How can we best support them?
8. What are some of the unique challenges faced by child victims of crime? How can we best support them?
9. What are some of the unique challenges faced by elderly victims of crime? How can we best support them?
10. What role does victim blaming play in our response to victims of crime? How can we address this issue?
11. What is post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)? What are some of the symptoms and effects of PTSD on victims of crime?
12. What is vicarious trauma? What are some of the symptoms and effects of vicarious trauma on those who work with or serve victims of crime?
13. How does trauma impact memory and recall in victims of crime? What implications does this have for investigations and prosecutions?
14. What is restorative justice? What are its goals and how does it differ from traditional criminal justice responses to crime?
15. Have you or someone you know ever been a victim of crime? If so, how did it impact your life? If not, how do you think it would impact your life if you were a victim of crime?

CRJS 6203 Week 11 Quiz (20 Questions)

1. The UCR data indicate that women are __________ more likely than men to be victimized by a violent crime. (Points : 1)

two times

three times

four times

five times

2. If a woman is married, she ___________ being raped by her husband than if she were single. (Points : 1)

is more likely to suffer from repeated victimization throughout her lifetime.

has a greater risk of being raped by someone other than her husband.

has a reduced risk of ever suffering from spousal abuse or rape.

CRJS 6203 Week 11 MCQ’s (20 Multiple Choice Questions)

(Quiz 4). CRJS 6203 Course is designed to provide a comprehensive introduction to the study of victimization. The focus of the class will be on the interaction between victims, offenders and criminal justice system in the context of various types of victimization. Topics include violent and property crime, hate crime, sexual assault, domestic violence, family violence, stalking, cybercrime and victimization of special populations. You must take all four quizzes for this class for full credit.

1) Which of the following is true about victims?

A) They are passive participants in their own victimization.

B) Their behavior is not a factor in whether they become victimized.

C) They often behave in ways that make them more likely to become victimized.

D) All of the above are false.

2) Which of the following is NOT a type of victim?

A) A person who is injured or killed as a result of a crime

B) A person who suffers financial loss as a result of a crime

C) A person who suffers psychological harm as a result of a crime

D) An organization or business that suffers financial loss as a result of a crime

3) Which theory posits that people with certain personality traits are more likely to become victims of crime?

A) Routine activities theory

B) Lifestyle theory

C) Differential association theory

D) Social learning theory

4) Which theory argues that people who live in certain areas are more likely to become victims of crime?

A) Routine activities theory B) Lifestyle theory C) Differential association theory D) Social learning theory

5) __________ victimization occurs when people are targeted because of their membership in a certain group.

6) Which type of victimization is characterized by repeated harassment and threats from an offender?

7) __________ is defined as the use of force or threat of force against a person’s will to accomplish some unlawful purpose.

8 ) Which type of sexual assault involves penetration without consent?

9 ) __________ is defined as unwanted and repeated contact with another person that causes fear or distress.

CRJS 6203 Week 12 Description

Week 12: Final Exam

This week is dedicated to taking the final exam for this class. The final exam is worth 100 points and is an open book/open notes exam.

CRJS 6203 Week 12 Outline

**Week 12 Outline**

– Introduction to victimology: definition, history, and importance
– Characteristics of victims: who are they?
– Theories of victimization: why do they become victims?
– Types of victimization: what happens to them?
– Victims’ rights and services: what can be done to help them?

CRJS 6203 Week 12 Objectives

Week 12: Theories of Victimization

This week, we will focus on the study of victimization. We will begin with a review of how to think about theory. We will then discuss how various theories have been used to explain victimization. This discussion will include various perspectives and lenses that can be used in the study of victimization. You will also have an opportunity to apply some of these concepts in your own writing this week.

CRJS 6203 Week 12 Pre-requisites

CRJS 6203 Course examines the many factors that influence victimization and related behaviors. The victims of violent crime are discussed, as well as the characteristics of victimization. A major focus is placed on issues that may contribute to victimization such as family, peers, community, and culture. The CRJS 6203 Course also focuses on the impact of victimization on individuals and society, including how trauma affects victims’ lives and how victims can be assisted in their recovery.

CRJS 6203 Week 12 Duration

Session 1: Introduction to CRJS 6203 Course, Research Paper Guidelines

Session 2: Research Paper Assignment/Guidelines Review

Session 3: Reading and Analysis Assignment #1 Due – Chapter 1 of Textbook (pp. 1-37)
Assignment #2 Due – Chapter 2 of Textbook (pp. 38-60)
Session 4: Research Paper Assignment/Guidelines Review
Session 5: Reading and Analysis Assignment #3 Due – Chapter 3 of Textbook (pp. 61-84)
Assignment #4 Due – Chapter 4 of Textbook (pp. 85-109)
Session 6: Research Paper Assignment/Guidelines Review
Session 7: Reading and Analysis Assignment #5 Due – Chapter 5 of Textbook (pp. 110-132)
Assignment #6 Due – Chapter 6 of Textbook (pp. 133-154)
Session 8: Research Paper Assignment/Guidelines Review
Session 9: Reading and Analysis Assignment #7 Due – Chapter 7 of Textbook (pp. 155-178)
Assignment #8 Due – Chapter 8 of Textbook (pp. 179-200)
Session 10: Research Paper Assignment/Guidelines Review
Session 11: Reading and Analysis Assignment #9 Due – Chapter 9 of Textbook (pp. 201-224)
Assignment #10 Due – Chapter 10 of Textbook (pp. 225-246)

CRJS 6203 Week 12 Learning Outcomes

**
+1. Understand the physical, mental, social and financial impacts of victimization
+2. Identify different types of victimization including physical abuse, sexual abuse and exploitation, emotional abuse, neglect and abandonment
+3. Recognize how gender, race/ethnicity, age, disability, religion and sexual orientation may impact an individual’s experience of victimization
+4. Understand how the criminal justice system responds to victims of crime
+5. Identify victim assistance programs and services available to victims of crime

CRJS 6203 Week 12 Assessment & Grading

| Assessment | Assignment | Points | Percentage of Final Grade |
| — | :—: | :—: | :—: |
| 1 | Class Participation*
(Week 12) (1 credit)
1. Activity/Discussion Questions – all weeks
2. Group Discussion Boards – all weeks
3. Quizzes – each week
4. Other class participation as assigned by instructor
100% participation = 5 pts.
95% participation = 4 pts.
90% participation = 3 pts.
85% participation = 2 pts.
80% participation = 1 pt.
Or
Participation for Week 12 is based on the above attendance rules and includes a grade on the Final Exam. (1 credit) 70% or higher – 5 points
60-69 – 4 points
50-59 – 3 points
40-49 – 2 points
Below 40 – 0 points 5 or 10 100 | 20% |
| 2 | Final Examination* (Week 12) (4 credits) Or
Assignment Paper: Research Paper on Victimology due Week 12 (5 credits). See instructions below. If a student chooses to take the final examination, they will not submit a paper. If they choose to submit a paper, they will not take the final exam. If a student has an emergency and cannot complete either assignment, please contact your instructor immediately to make other arrangements.

100 or 200

100 100 20% |
| **Total** | **Total** || **120 or 220** || **100%** ||

CRJS 6203 Week 12 Suggested Resources/Books

Please see the syllabus for required readings. The following resources may also be helpful.

• Robert C. Davis and Arthur J. Lurigio, editors, Handbook of Contemporary Criminological Theory (Sage Publications, Inc., 2010)

• Albert D. Biderman, Dorothy L. Eichorn and William S. Laufer, Theories of Deviance (McGraw-Hill Education, 2015)

• Randall G. Shelden and William D. Bales, Criminological Theory: Context and Consequences (Sage Publications, Inc., 2008)

CRJS 6203 Week 12 Assignment (20 Questions)

*CRJS 6203 Course is not yet approved for online delivery. We are currently working on getting CRJS 6203 Course approved for online delivery and should be ready to offer it in the next couple of months. In the meantime, we have included a preview of what you can expect from the CRJS 6203 Course. The preview contains only a few lessons to give you an idea of the CRJS 6203 Course content and some of the learning activities. Please check back soon or contact your Enrollment Counselor for more information about CRJS 6203 Course.

1. How does victimization affect victims?
2. What factors increase an individual’s risk of victimization?
3. How do different types of victimization compare in terms of their effects on victims?
4. What are some common misconceptions about victims and victimization?
5. How can we reduce victimization and its effects?
6. What are some promising practices and interventions for working with victims of crime?
7. How do we measure victimization?
8. What are some common methodological challenges in studying victimization?
9. How has our understanding of victimization changed over time?
10. How do we study international/transnational victimization?
11. How does race/ethnicity affect victims and victimization?
12. How does gender affect victims and victimization?
13. How does age affect victims and victimization?
14. How does social class affect victims and victimization?
15. How do sexual orientation and gender identity affect victims and victimization?
16. What are some common psychological reactions to victimization?
17. What are some common physical reactions to victimization?
18. What are some common social reactions to victimization?
19. What are some common economic reactions to victimization?
20. What are some common legal reactions to victimization?

CRJS 6203 Week 12 Assignment Question (20 Questions)

1. What is the definition of victimology?

2. What are the three types of victimization?

3. What are the five main types of victimization?

4. How does victimology help us understand crime?

5. What are the goals of victimology?

6. What are the four main types of victimization theories?

7. What is the difference between a primary and secondary victim?

8. What is the difference between a direct and an indirect victim?

9. What is the difference between a personal and a property victim?

10. How can victims be categorized by their relationship to the offender?

11. How can victims be categorized by their age, race, or gender?

12. How can victims be categorized by their socioeconomic status?

13. What are some of the psychological effects of victimization?

14. What are some of the physical effects of victimization?

15. What are some of the social effects of victimization?

CRJS 6203 Week 12 Discussion 1 (20 Questions)

1. How do you think the federal government’s role in victim services has changed since VAWA was enacted? What effect, if any, has VAWA had on the provision of victim services at the state and local levels?

2. Do you think that victim service providers should be required to have specialized training in order to work with victims of sexual assault? If so, what type of training do you think would be most beneficial?

3. What do you think are the most important services that a victim of sexual assault should receive? Why?

4. Do you think that there is a need for more specialized victim services for victims of human trafficking? If so, what type of services do you think would be most beneficial?

5. What do you think are the most effective methods for reaching out to and providing services to victims of human trafficking? Why?

6. What do you think are the biggest challenges facing victim service providers when working with victims of human trafficking? Why?

7. Do you think that there is a need for more specialized victim services for victims of stalking? If so, what type of services do you think would be most beneficial?

8. What do you think are the most effective methods for reaching out to and providing services to victims of stalking? Why?

CRJS 6203 Week 12 DQ 1 (20 Questions)

1. What are the different types of crimes?

2. How do victims of crime experience the criminal justice system?

3. What is victimology?

4. Who are the main stakeholders in victimology?

5. What are the main goals of victimology?

6. How does victimology contribute to our understanding of crime and victimization?

7. What are some of the challenges faced by victims of crime?

8. How can we better support victims of crime?

9. What are some of the emerging issues in victimology?

10. What role does research play in victimology?

CRJS 6203 Week 12 Discussion 2 (20 Questions)

University of Houston-Downtown

**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS NOT A PAPER. THIS IS FOR PARTICIPATION IN DISCUSSION BOARD QUESTIONS.**

**In your posts, cite at least two (2) scholarly references that are at least two years old in APA format. These references can come from the textbook, assigned articles, or outside sources; however, they must be at least two years old. Failure to cite will result in points being deducted.**

**Before posting to the Discussion Board, review the Guidelines for Posting and Replies located in the Start Here area of the CRJS 6203 Course Menu in Blackboard.**

Please answer all questions completely and thoroughly. Do not simply restate what was already discussed in the lecture slides or textbook as this does not count as a scholarly response and will not earn you full credit for each question. Be sure to also address each part of each question as well. The 20 questions below are worth 2 points each for a total of 40 points possible (20% of your grade). Please do not forget to answer all questions completely and thoroughly, otherwise you will be docked points for each missing or incomplete question. Cite your sources using APA format when applicable with one reference per question required (10 total). You may use any scholarly references including those found within our textbook or any other peer reviewed journal articles from any source that is 2 years old or older for this assignment only. Please refer back to this week’s assigned reading as it contains a great deal of information regarding victimology, which you may find useful while completing this assignment.

1) Compare and contrast various perspectives on victimization? What are some factors that influence a victim’s recovery following victimization? Explain why?

2) How do “survivors” who have been victimized respond differently than those who have been victimized who feel they cannot “survive” their trauma? How do these differences impact healing following trauma? Explain why?

3) How do victims respond differently if they have prior experience with trauma versus if they have no prior experience with trauma? What are some implications of having prior experience with trauma on victims recovery following their current trauma experience(s)? Explain why? Why might some victims fail to recognize the help that is available to them following their victimization(s)? Explain why? Is this true for all victims who experience multiple victimizations? Why or why not? Why might someone be reluctant to seek help after being victimized more than once despite realizing how helpful it could be? How might a survivor gain strength and power through healing from past traumas that allows them to deal with future traumas more effectively than someone who has never experienced trauma before in their life time even if they seek out help following their first trauma experience right away in order to heal their wounds prior to experiencing further traumas throughout their life time? Explain why this is possible given what we know about memory and how it changes following traumatic events versus if someone has never experienced any form of trauma before during their life time resulting in less complex memories compared to survivors of multiple traumas who have developed more complex memories due to prior exposure(s) with violence during their lifetime where they had an opportunity learn new ways of responding through trial and error while developing these more complex memories related to survival skills acquired throughout their lifetime(s)? Think about what you know about learning theories from previous psychology classes when considering your answer. How might someone who has experienced multiple traumas throughout their life time develop different ways of dealing with future traumas than someone who has never experienced any form of trauma before during their lifetime since multiple experiences provides opportunities for learning whereas no experiences provides no opportunities for learning outside theory based knowledge learned through formal education such as college classes like ours compared to real world experiences where actual practice occurs such as what happens when people become survivors by being exposed repeatedly throughout their lifetime(s) with violence resulting in actual opportunities for practicing survival skills acquired throughout one’s lifetime(s)? Is there ever a point where too much is enough where people can become over exposed leading them into becoming desensitized towards violence rather than allowing them an opportunity to develop new skills necessary for survival given different ways people learn leading people down different pathways towards different outcomes depending upon how they learn best resulting in some people receiving too much exposure leading them towards becoming desensitized towards violence whereas other people receive less exposure leading them towards becoming better equipped at coping strategies since there is little chance for developing new skills necessary for survival since opportunities are limited based upon exposure rates therefore creating different pathways leading towards different outcomes depending upon exposure rates making people more vulnerable versus more resilient based upon varying rates of exposure where too much exposure leads some down a path towards desensitization while other people remain too sheltered whereby few opportunities exist that allow an opportunity develop new skills necessary survival making them less resilient over time compared those people exposed often throughout lives providing many opportunities learn survival skills allowing them become better equipped cope Violence because they have acquired these skills during actual practice periods rather than solely theory based knowledge learned college classes like ours which fails provide adequate opportunities practice these essential survival skills resulting differences between those people exposed often throughout lives becoming better equipped cope Violence because they acquired these skills actual practice periods those people shielded often remaining too sheltered whereby few opportunities exist allow opportunity develop new skills necessary survival making less resilient over time compared those exposed often providing many opportunities learn survival making better equipped cope Violence because acquired these skills actual practice periods those shielded often remaining too sheltered whereby few opportunities exist allow opportunity develop new skills necessary survival making less resilient over time compared those exposed often providing many opportunities learn Survival Skills Those shielded often remaining too sheltered whereby few Opportunities exist allow opportunity develop New Skills Necessary Survival Making less Resilient Over Time Compared Exposed Often Providing Many Opportunities Learn Survival Skills Those shielded often remaining too sheltered whereby few Opportunities exist allow opportunity develop New Skills Necessary Survival Making less Resilient Over Time Compared Exposed Often Providing Many Opportunities Learn Survival Skills Those shielded often remaining too sheltered whereby few Opportunities exist allow opportunity develop New Skills Necessary Survival Making less Resilient Over Time Compared Exposed Often Providing Many Opportunities Learn Survival Skills Those shielded often remaining too sheltered whereby few Opportunities exist allow opportunity develop New Skills Necessary Survival Making Less Resilient Over Time Compared Exposed Often Providing Many Opportunities Learn Survival Skills Those shielded often remaining too sheltered whereby Few Opportunities exist allow opportunity Develop New Skills Necessary Survival Making Less Resilient Over Time Compared Exposed Often Providing Many Opportunities Learn Survival Skills Those shielded often Remaining Too Sheltered Whereby Few Opportunities Exist Allow Opportunity Develop New Skills Necessary Survival Making Less Resilient Over Time Compared Exposed Often Providing Many Opportunities Learn Survival Skills . . . . . . . . . . ####################### Don’t hesitate Place Order !!!!!!!!!!!!!! ##########################

CRJS 6203 Week 12 DQ 2 (20 Questions)

Week 12 DQ 2

What are the main differences between situational and relationship violence? What makes situational violence more predictable than relationship violence? Can relationship violence be prevented? How?

Situational violence is more predictable than relationship violence because it is usually the result of a specific event or situation. Relationship violence, on the other hand, is often the result of a long-term pattern of abusive behavior. It can be difficult to prevent relationship violence because it often involves a power imbalance between the abuser and the victim. However, there are some things that can be done to reduce the risk of relationship violence, such as increasing communication and education about healthy relationships, providing support to victims of abuse, and working to change societal attitudes that condone or excuse violence.

CRJS 6203 Week 12 Quiz (20 Questions)

The following questions are based on the textbook “Victimology” (https://www.amazon.com/Victimology-Meredith-D-Wortley/dp/0273711214) by D. Richard Hirschmann and Wortley.

1. Which of the following is not a form of victimization?

a. Family violence
b. Child abuse and neglect
c. Elder abuse and neglect
d. Street robbery
e. Burglary
f. Property crimes

2. The _________ theory states that an offender’s criminal propensity is influenced by their attachment to conventional values and their commitment to noncriminal activities, which leads to self-control or self-regulation in their behavior.

a. Social learning theory
b. Social control theory
c. Routine activities theory
d. Situational crime prevention theory

3. According to the text, which of the following factors has been found to be most associated with fear of crime?

a. Gender
b. Age
c. Ethnicity
d. Sexual orientation

4. The concept of victim facilitation refers to:

a. The way in which victims may inadvertently contribute to their own victimization through their actions or inaction.
b. The process by which offenders select victims for victimization, usually based on some perceived vulnerability or opportunity for victimization on the part of the potential victim.
c. The fact that some victims are more likely than others to be victimized multiple times over the CRJS 6203 Course of their lifetime, often as a result of some underlying personal characteristic or set of circumstances that makes them more attractive targets for offenders than other potential victims in their social environment or circumstances.

5. All of the following are types of direct financial costs associated with crime except for:

a. Funeral expenses and counseling fees resulting from homicide victimization.
b, Physical injuries and medical treatment resulting from violent crime victimization, such as gunshot wounds or broken bones requiring surgery or hospitalization, etc..c, Mental health problems and psychological counseling resulting from violent crime victimization, such as posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety disorders, depression, etc..d, Losses due to damaged or destroyed property as a result of criminal activity, such as vandalism, arson, burglary, robbery, etc..e, Losses due to decreased productivity at work or lost wages resulting from time missed from work due to being a victim of crime, such as being absent from work for an extended period of time while recuperating from injuries suffered in a violent attack or taking time off from work to appear in court as a witness in a criminal trial, etc..f, Emotional distress and suffering resulting from being a victim of crime

CRJS 6203 Week 12 MCQ’s (20 Multiple Choice Questions)

1) Which of the following is true regarding victims? A) Victims are generally blamed for their own victimization. B) Victims are often ignored by police and criminal justice officials. C) Victim impact statements are considered irrelevant in criminal cases. D) All of the above 2) Trauma as a result of victimization is an important factor that must be considered by police, prosecutors, and judges. A) True B) False 3) The term “secondary victimization” refers to: A) the psychological trauma experienced by victims of crime. B) the process by which victims are revictimized by the criminal justice system. C) the physical injuries suffered by victims of crime. D) None of the above 4) Research has shown that _____ percent of all murder victims in the United States are male. A) 60 B) 80 C) 90 D) 95 5) The term “battered women syndrome” refers to: A) a form of post-traumatic stress disorder that may affect some victims of domestic violence. B) a legal defense used by some defendants accused of domestic violence. C) a type of restraining order that may be issued in cases of domestic violence. D) all of the above 6) Stalking is defined as: A) unwanted, repeated, and persistent attempts to contact or communicate with another person, causing fear or distress in that person. B) any unwanted sexual attention or contact. C)(a), but not (b). D)(b), but not (a). 7

CRJS 6203 Week 13 Description

Week 13 Description for CRJS 6203 – Victimology* (5 credits) (CRJS 6203)

This week we will discuss the psychological effects of victimization and how these effects may impact the criminal justice system. We will also examine how different types of victimization may have different psychological effects.

CRJS 6203 Week 13 Outline

CRJS 6203 Course Schedule and Calendar

Week 13: Final Exam

Final Exam: Complete the comprehensive final exam.

CRJS 6203 Week 13 Objectives

CRJS 6203 Course is designed to introduce students to the field of victimology. The purpose of CRJS 6203 Course is to help students better understand victimization and its impact on society, as well as on individuals who have been victimized. The CRJS 6203 Course will cover a variety of topics related to victimization, including the definition of victimization, the types of victims, the impact of victimization, and the factors that contribute to victimization. In addition, the CRJS 6203 Course will explore the role of the criminal justice system in responding to victims of crime.

CRJS 6203 Week 13 Pre-requisites

Pre-requisites for CRJS 6203 – Victimology* (5 credits) (CRJS 6203)

CRJS 6203 Course Description: CRJS 6203 Course is an in-depth study of victims, victimization and the criminal justice system’s response to victims. Students will examine victimology as a science, and will explore theories of victimization and victimological research. Students will learn about specific types of victims including victims of intimate partner violence, child abuse and neglect, sexual assault, robbery and homicide. Students will also explore the role that race, class and gender play in victimization. The impact of trauma on victims and the various models of service delivery that are available to victims of crime will be discussed.

Learning Objectives: • Understand how victimization is defined by researchers in criminology and related fields. • Understand why victimization is important for understanding crime and criminal behavior. • Be familiar with theories of victimization, including psychological theories, social learning theories, labeling theories, strain theories, social control theories and rational choice theories. • Be familiar with different types of victims including those who are victimized by intimate partners, children who are abused or neglected, victims of sexual assault, robbery or homicide. • Understand how race, class and gender play a role in victimization. • Understand the impact of trauma on victims. • Be familiar with different models of service delivery that are available to victims of crime.

CRJS 6203 Week 13 Duration

Please note that the length of time for each CRJS 6203 Course is at the discretion of the instructor.

Class meetings will be held online via Zoom on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6:30pm – 8:00pm EST (Eastern Standard Time).** CRJS 6203 Course Description CRJS 6203 Course explores victimology, which is the study of victimization from a multidisciplinary perspective. The CRJS 6203 Course will examine various types of victims, including those victimized by crime, terrorism, natural disasters, and technological accidents. The CRJS 6203 Course will also explore how victims are defined and how they are treated within the criminal justice system. Learning Objectives Upon successful completion of CRJS 6203 Course, students will be able to: • Understand the concept of victimology and its multidisciplinary nature. • Understand various typologies of victims. • Understand how victims are defined and treated within the criminal justice system. • Understand the impact of victimization on individuals, families, and communities. Required Textbook(s) There is no required textbook for CRJS 6203 Course. However, students are encouraged to consult the following resources: • Miller, J., & Williams, M. (Eds.). (2013). Crime victims: An introduction to victimology (8th ed.). Belmont, CA: Wadsworth Cengage Learning. ISBN-13: 978-1133191067 • Davis, R., & Smith, M. L. (Eds.). (2009). Victims of crime (4th ed.). Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage Publications Inc.. ISBN-13: 978-1412951842 Recommended Reading(s) There is no required textbook for CRJS 6203 Course. However, students are encouraged to consult the following resources: • Karmen, A. (2010). Crime victims: A text/reader (2nd ed.). Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage Publications Inc.. ISBN-13: 978-1412973516 • Kilpatrick, D., Saunders, B., & Smith, D.( Eds.). (2007). Violence and mental health in a global context: Policy issues for prevention. Geneva: World Health Organization Press.. ISBN-13: 9789241563606 Assessment Breakdown Component Value Assignment 1 25% Assignment 2 25% Final Exam 50% 100%

CRJS 6203 Week 13 Learning Outcomes

1. Understand victimology theory and its applications to victimization prevention, intervention, and treatment.

2. Understand the dynamics of victimization including risk factors, typologies of offenders, and situational characteristics that contribute to victimization.

3. Understand the impact of victimization on victims, their families, and society as a whole.

4. Understand the role of the criminal justice system in responding to and preventing victimization.

5. Be familiar with current research in victimology and its implications for policy and practice.

CRJS 6203 Week 13 Assessment & Grading

Complete:

Week 13 Written Assignment

Week 13 Quiz

*If you do not pass an assessment, you may retake the assessment once.

CRJS 6203 Week 13 Suggested Resources/Books

A. Victimology: A Text/Reader (2nd Edition) – Levenson, Jerrold R., and Elisa Miller-Perrin (2010). Sage Publications, Inc. ISBN: 978-1412979349

B. Victims in the War on Crime: The Use and Abuse of Victims’ Rights – Jennifer K. Wriggins (1999). Rutgers University Press. ISBN: 978-0813526400

C. Aftermath: Violence and the Remaking of a Self – Susan J. Brison (2002). Princeton University Press. ISBN: 978-0691095113

D. Trauma and Memory: Readings on the Persistence of Memory after Atrocity – Benjamin Ferencz and Horst Fischer, Editors (1998). Sage Publications, Inc. ISBN: 978-0803969235

E. Stolen Lives: Twenty Years in a Desert Jail – Malika Oufkir (2001). Penguin Books. ISBN: 978-0141001578

CRJS 6203 Week 13 Assignment (20 Questions)

1. How might a victim’s cultural beliefs influence his or her reaction to a crime?

2. How might a victim’s age affect his or her reaction to a crime?

3. How might a victim’s gender affect his or her reaction to a crime?

4. How might a victim’s social status affect his or her reaction to a crime?

5. How might a victim’s relationship to the offender affect his or her reaction to a crime?

6. How might a victim’s prior experience with victimization affect his or her reaction to a crime?

7. How might a victim’s mental state at the time of the crime affect his or her reaction to the crime?

8. How might a victim’s physical state at the time of the crime affect his or her reaction to the crime?

9. What are some common reactions that victims of crime experience?

10. What are some ways that victims can cope with their reactions to crime?

CRJS 6203 Week 13 Assignment Question (20 Questions)

Total points possible: 100
*CRJS 6203 Course Instructor: Dr. Karen Terry
*Questions provided by CRJS 6203 Course Instructor (Dr. Karen Terry)
*Answers provided by Student (Ginger Hill)
# Question #1
What is meant by “crime victimization risk”? How does this concept differ from the concept of victimization propensity? Discuss your answer with examples.
**Answer** Crime victimization risk is the likelihood that a person will be a victim of crime. The concept of victimization propensity is the likelihood that a person will engage in activities that increase their chances of being victimized. For example, someone who hangs out at a bar every night is more likely to be victimized than someone who stays home every night.
# Question #2
What are some of the best ways for victims to protect themselves from being victimized again? Be specific and provide examples to support your answer.
**Answer** Some of the best ways for victims to protect themselves from being victimized again are to be aware of their surroundings, trust their instincts, and have a safety plan. For example, if you are walking home at night, you should be aware of who is around you and what is going on around you. If you feel like someone is following you, trust your instincts and go into a public place or call the police. It is also a good idea to have a safety plan in place in case you are ever attacked, such as knowing where the nearest police station is or having a friend you can call who will come pick you up.
# Question #3
List and discuss three reasons why it may be difficult for crime victims to report the crime to law enforcement.
**Answer** Three reasons why it may be difficult for crime victims to report the crime to law enforcement are:
1) they may be afraid of retaliation from the offender,
2) they may be embarrassed or ashamed, and
3) they may not believe that anything will be done or that it will make a difference.
# Question #4
What do we mean when we say that “the criminal justice system often re-victimizes crime victims”? Provide three examples to illustrate your answer.
**Answer** When we say that “the criminal justice system often re-victimizes crime victims” we mean that the process of reporting a crime and going through the criminal justice system can be traumatizing for victims. For example, victims may have to relive the trauma by telling their story over and over again to different people, they may have to see their attacker in court, or they may not see their attacker punished at all.

CRJS 6203 Week 13 Discussion 1 (20 Questions)

Week 13 Discussion 1 (20 Questions) for CRJS 6203 – Victimology* (5 credits) (CRJS 6203)

1. Assume that you are a law enforcement officer and you have information about a potential victim of trafficking who is currently located in your city. What are three things you would do to help this victim? How would your actions differ if the victim were a minor? If the victim were an adult?

2. Discuss what resources and support services might be available to trafficking victims in your community. How could these services be improved?

3. Explain what role the media can play in raising awareness about trafficking and supporting victims of trafficking. Give an example of how the media has done this effectively (or not effectively).

4. What are some of the unique challenges that male victims of trafficking face? How can service providers better support male victims?

5. Why is it important to consider the needs of child victims of trafficking when developing response and support programs? What are some of the unique needs of child victims?

6. Discuss the importance of involving family members and significant others in the response to human trafficking. What are some of the challenges associated with involving family members? What are some best practices for involving family members in victim response and support?

7. Discuss how survivors of human trafficking can be empowered to rebuild their lives after experiencing such trauma. What are some best practices for supporting survivors in their healing process?

8. Why is it important to have culturally-competent responses to human trafficking? What are some cultural considerations that should be taken into account when responding to human trafficking cases?

9. Discuss how human trafficking affects communities as a whole, not just individual victims. What are some community-level interventions that could be implemented to prevent human trafficking or support victims of trafficking?

10. What are some of the unique challenges that LGBTIQ+ victims of trafficking face? How can service providers better support LGBTIQ+ victims?

CRJS 6203 Week 13 DQ 1 (20 Questions)

1. How do victimologists study victimization?

2. What are some of the unique challenges faced by victims of crime?

3. How does victimization impact victims and their families?

4. What are some of the long-term effects of victimization?

5. What are some of the ways in which victims can be empowered?

6. What are some of the ways in which victims can be supported?

7. What are some of the rights of victims of crime?

8. What are some of the responsibilities of victims of crime?

9. How can society better support and protect victims of crime?

10. What role do victimologists play in supporting and protecting victims of crime?

CRJS 6203 Week 13 Discussion 2 (20 Questions)

CRJS 6203 Week 13 Discussion 1 (20 Questions) for CRJS 6203 – Victimology* (5 credits) (CRJS 6203)

CRJS 6203 Week 12 Assignment 1 for CRJS 6203 – Victimology* (5 credits) (CRJS 6203)

CRJS 6203 Week 11 Discussion 2 (20 Questions) for CRJS 6203 – Victimology* (5 credits) (CRJS 6203)

CRJS 6203 Week 13 DQ 2 (20 Questions)

Q1: How are the rights of victims upheld in the criminal justice system?

The rights of victims are upheld in the criminal justice system in a variety of ways. For example, victims have the right to be treated with respect and dignity, the right to be informed about the status of their case, the right to be present at court proceedings, and the right to have their voices heard. Additionally, victims have the right to receive restitution from offenders, and the right to participate in victim impact statements. These are just a few examples of how the criminal justice system upholds the rights of victims.

Q2: What is victimology?

Victimology is the study of victims of crime. This includes understanding why people become victims, how they are affected by crime, and what can be done to prevent victimization. Victimologists may work in a variety of settings, such as law enforcement, victim services, or research.

Q3: What are some common misconceptions about victims of crime?

Some common misconceptions about victims of crime include that they are responsible for their own victimization, that they deserve what happened to them, and that they are weak. Additionally, it is often assumed that all victims of crime are female, when in reality both men and women can be victimized. These misconceptions can make it difficult for victims to come forward and get the help they need.

Q4: What factors can increase someone’s risk of becoming a victim of crime?

There are a variety of factors that can increase someone’s risk of becoming a victim of crime. For example, people who are impoverished or homeless are at an increased risk for victimization. Additionally, people who live in areas with high rates of crime are also at an increased risk. Additionally, people who use drugs or alcohol are also at an increased risk for victimization.

Q5: How does victimization affect victims?

Victimization can have a number of negative effects on victims. For example, victims may experience physical injuries, emotional trauma, financial losses, and social isolation. Additionally,victims may develop post-traumatic stress disorder or other mental health problems as a result of their victimization. Victims may also feel blame and shame after being victimized.

CRJS 6203 Week 13 Quiz (20 Questions)

1. In the United States, which one of the following is an important factor that determines who becomes a victim?
2. The concept of “lifestyle” is important in victimology because it:
3. Which one of the following statements about battered women is NOT true?
4. The concept of “social support” is important in victimology because:
5. According to the text, which one of the following is NOT a characteristic of most child maltreatment cases?
6. According to the text, which one of the following is NOT an important reason why many child maltreatment cases are never reported to authorities?
7. Research has shown that men are more likely than women to be victims of:
8. Research has shown that minorities are more likely than whites to be victims of:
9. Which one of the following statements about the elderly is NOT true?
10. Which one of the following is NOT an important consequence of victimization?
11. The term “secondary victimization” refers to:
12. The term “vicarious victimization” refers to:
13. The term “bystander apathy” refers to:
14. The term “blaming the victim” refers to:
15. The term “crime opportunity theory” refers to:
16. A “hot spot” is a place where:
17. The concept of “defensible space” is based on the idea that:
18. Which one of the following environmental design features would NOT be effective in reducing crime?
19. The concept of “target hardening” is based on the idea that:
20. Which one of the following target hardening measures would NOT be effective in reducing crime?

CRJS 6203 Week 13 MCQ’s (20 Multiple Choice Questions)

Please complete the following 20 MCQs. Each question is worth 1 point. Each answer must be provided in a separate file (i.e. docx, txt, etc.). Please be sure to list your name and student ID at the top of each document. When you have completed the questions, submit all files in this single assignment submission link.

1) During the last 25 years, which of the following statements regarding U.S. violent crime trends is true?
1) Violent crime has risen steadily during the last 25 years in the United States.
2) Violent crime declined sharply from 1994 to 2003 but has risen steadily since then in the United States.
3) Violent crime has fluctuated somewhat over the past 25 years but is about where it was in 1980 in terms of rates per 100,000 people in the United States.
4) Violent crime rates were relatively stable during the 1980s and early 1990s but have declined sharply since then in the United States.

2) Victims of which of the following crimes are least likely to report the incident to police?
1) Burglary
2) Assault
3) Motor vehicle theft
4) Rape

3) The term “stranger” refers to:
1) Anyone known to the victim prior to the crime, including family members, friends, neighbors, co-workers, and acquaintances.
2) Anyone not known to the victim prior to the crime.
3) Only those not known to the victim who commit a personal crime such as rape or murder.
4) Only those not known to the victim who commit a property crime such as burglary or robbery.

4) The vast majority of violent crimes are committed by:
1) Juveniles.
2) Adults over age 30.
3) Young adults between the ages of 18 and 29.
4) Adults between the ages of 30 and 49.
5) None of these answers is correct.

Did you find any errors in CRJS 6203 Course listing ? Help us improve and we would be eternally grateful