CRIM 104 Lecture Notes - Lecture 2: Beagle, The Communist Manifesto, Social Fact
22 Jun 2016
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Good theory is logically constructed(logically sound and internally consistent) Gt can be empirically validated ( i. e. , thru measurement or observation) Gt can unify a number of competing or conflicting theories. Problems with measurement theory may be good, but we may lack the means to measure or observe. Some theories have been measured only once, or from only one perspective ( may appear to have been proven, but not enough repeated research). Metatheories = grand theories that offer wide concepts. Unit theories = emphasize a particular problem and make testable assertions about the problem. types of theories cont. Macrotheories are broad, and tend to explain the effects of social structure. Microtheories are narrow, and tend to explain the process through which individuals or groups become criminal. Bridging theories attempt to address issues of social structure and the process through which individuals become criminal. E. g. , creatures living in the pacific ocean.
