• 2.5: Deviance, Crime, and Social Control

    • OpenStax College: Introduction to Sociology: "Chapter 7: Deviance, Crime, and Social Control" URL

      Read this chapter for a review of deviance, crime, and social control.

      As you read each section, consider the following topics:

      • Read this section for an introduction to deviance and social control. What do you think about the experiences of the two students discussed in the reading? Do you agree with the school's ruling about the dress code? Why or why not?
      • Take note of the definition of deviance and how social control is enforced through types of sanctions (Table 1). Can you think of times when you have been affected by sanctions?
      • Take note of the various theoretical perspectives typically used in sociology to describe or explain deviant behavior. Focusing on labeling theory and secondary deviance, can you think of a time in your life when a label assigned to you may have affected your behavior?
      • Take note of the various theoretical perspectives explaining deviance in society. Take note of the examples accompanying each theoretical model.

    • OpenStax College: Introduction to Sociology: "Quiz: Deviance, Crime, and Social Control"

      Use this quiz to help you check your understanding of subunit 2.5. Once your score has been calculated, review your class notes and resource materials to better understand any questions you answered incorrectly.

      Notes:

      • There is no minimum required score to pass this assessment, and your score on this assessment will not factor into your overall course grade.
      • This assessment is designed to prepare you for the Final Exam that will determine your course grade. Upon submission of your assessment you will be provided with the correct answers and/or other feedback meant to help in your understanding of the topics being assessed.
      • You may attempt this assessment as many times as needed, whenever you would like.