Exploring Behavior Theories and Racial Profiling in Policing

Abstract

Discussion, Part One: Initial PostTopic 1 Discuss one or two theories presented in this course and how they help explain behavior in a way you had not previously considered Can you apply these or other theories in your daily life? Explain Topic 2 Watch the Dateline Episode: A Pattern of Suspicion. This video is from a few years ago, but it is still relevant today as it relates to how we assess and discuss police and race issues What data does the video present that supports its position of racial profiling across the U.S.? Does it make the case? Does it do a balanced job presenting both sides of the argument? (Note: This topic is very controversial and can be emotional to some regardless of your viewpoint. It is critical that we discuss this in an academic, logical approach that often eludes these topics. Doing so is the point of this question. Be respectful of one another) Topic 3 Watch the Dateline Episode: A Pattern of Suspicion. This video is from a few years ago, but it is still relevant today as it relates to how we assess and discuss police and race issues From the video, examine the situation in the Cincinnati neighborhood Over-the-Rhine from a crime prevention policy perspective. What can the police do in neighborhoods with high crime to improve the quality of life for the majority of law-abiding residents? (Note: This topic is very controversial and can be emotional to some regardless of your viewpoint. It is critical that we discuss this in an academic, logical approach that often eludes these topics. Doing so is the point of this question. Be respectful of one another) Response Parameters  You will be presented with multiple discussions. Select one and post your original response before Wednesday at 11:59 p.m....