Introduction to Criminology: Why Do They Do It?
Second Edition
Learning Objectives
- Explain some of the bias motivations associated with hate crimes.
- Summarize some key anti-hate-crime legislation.
- Discuss theoretical explanations of hate crimes.
- Describe the various forms and rates of multicide in the United States.
- Distinguish terrorist activities from more conventional forms of criminal activities.
- Explain some of the factors that have contributed to the historical and current context of terrorism.
- Discuss theoretical explanations of terrorism.
- Describe homeland security, such as its origins and organizational structure.
- List some of the agencies that make up the Department of Homeland Security.
- Explain some of the controversial issues related to civil liberties and the efforts to counter terrorism.