Criminology And Criminal Justice: Theory, Research Methods, And Statistics
- ISBN-10
- 0763771392
- ISBN-13
- 9780763771393
- Category
- Medical
- Pages
- 120
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2010-10-22
- Publisher
- Jones & Bartlett Publishers
- Authors
- Jeffery T. Walker, Sean Maddan
Description
It is commonly recognized that the basis of science stems from the intersection of theory, research methods, and statistics. Criminology and Criminal Justice: Theory, Research Methods, and Statistics is designed to help readers understand the integrated relationship between these critical topics in the field of Criminal Justice. Each chapter pertains to a particular criminological theory, relevant qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, and various statistical techniques used to analyze data. This accessible text illustrates how theory, methods, and statistics play an active role in ensuing careers in law enforcement, corrections, law, and more.
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