This course explores the measurements and patterns of crime and delinquency, focusing on techniques for measuring crime and delinquency, including victim reports, police data, and self-report methods. It examines the patterns and trends of crime and delinquency in Nigeria, covering property, person, fiscal, terroristic, and trafficking crimes. The course also delves into the theories of crime and delinquency, providing a comprehensive understanding of these phenomena within the Nigerian context.
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No specific requirements needed
This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.
How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)
Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding
Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding
Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding
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A structured 13-week journey through the course content
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Create concept maps linking crime theories to specific crime types (Units 3-5)
Practice applying measurement techniques to hypothetical crime data (Units 7-9)
Focus on understanding the patterns and trends of different crime categories in Nigeria (Units 10-14)
Review case studies of successful crime prevention strategies in Nigeria
Prioritize studying the legal definitions of key terms and offences from the Criminal Code Act
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