Sociology & Criminology for a Changing World
A school of thought known for its urban sociology and ecological approach to crime.
The Chicago School emerged in the early 20th century and emphasized empirical fieldwork, urban mapping, and social ecology. It laid the foundation for theories like Social Disorganization, focusing on how neighborhood conditions influence crime.
Foundational in criminology. Influenced labeling theory, subcultural theory, and later critical urban studies.
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