Victimology Quiz Two
TRUE-FALSE
FILL INS
The course has been informational in diverse concepts. However, the concepts that I found most intriguing were the rediscovery of crime victims and victimization theories. The rediscovery of crime victims shed light on the historical perspective of crimes. For instance, it enlightened on the transition from how victims dealt directly with offenders, to how states assumed that role. The theoretical aspect of victimization has also been elemental in understanding how one can assess a crime and its victims. For instance, the routine activity theory, which indicates that a crime occurs when three prerequisites are met: a motivated offender, a target, and insufficient protection, helps to enlighten on the chances of a crime occurring in different settings. While I have highlighted these courses as the most important, the course has offered great erudition regarding crimes and victims.
Interesting facts about the Guest Speakers
Guest speakers
Ranking – 10
I loved Nina’s story and the extent she pushed herself in fighting for what she deemed right. I completely understand her disposition regarding her grandparents trying to protect her first cousin. It was fantastic to hear that a woman younger than me was able to fight against her own family, when in the back of the head she thought that she would be destroying her family.
Ranking – 10
It was a quick interview. Nevertheless, I would love to find out more and talk to her about her books. I will definitely buy her first book, Blackout Girl, since I believe that many teenage girls growing up can relate with its content. We tend to take the wrong path; I do not mean the sexual abuse that she has experienced, but specifically being a great A student and going down the wrong path because of a major outbreak in her life.
Ranking – 7
The only reason why I gave Ms. Nance S. the least score is that even though we should not be judging the victims, I felt that she was not determined in fighting against what had befell her compared to Nina who at a young age went to the counselor and stood up. I also felt that even though Nance tried for many years to get away from her sister, even now she still allows her to belittle her feelings. For instance, when she shared about her mother’s demise, she reveals that her sister still despises her in many ways.
Ranking – 10
I found Dr. Brent one of the most interesting and fascinating speakers due to his stories and because he works with United Nations based on his books, and because of his program of Forensic Psychology that I would like to apply in the future. His photos that he shared with us in class could’ve been harsh for some people but I found them to be engaging because he was showing us a true version of his work ethics.
Ranking – 10
The training was very informative and I would rate him right after Dr. Brent Turvey. I liked his detailed presentation and that he shares the course with John Jay College. I would definitely consider taking the course with him since it is such a low cost and I really liked his humor during the interview and stories regarding him being in the FBI. His tips were great as well.
Ranking – 10
Even though it was a short lecture due to our class schedule, it was great to listening to her and learning from her experiences. I like her approach regarding children and that she was giving us straightforward answers.