Select one of the theories covered in Module 1, Module 2, Module 3, Module 4, or Module 5. Then,

1. Develop a comprehensive crime prevention strategy based on the assumptions of that theory.

Describe the theory and its assumptions
Describe the strategy in depth—what will it entail, who is the target population, where will it be implemented, and who will carry it out
Discuss the strategy’s feasibility (note, the strategy must be feasible), potential advantages/disadvantages, and originality
Discuss why it would work based on the assumptions of the chosen theory (or, if there are aspects of the theory that the strategy does not consider, how might this impact its effectiveness)
OR

2. Modify an already existing strategy based on your chosen theory

Describe the theory and its assumptions
Describe the strategy in depth—what does it entail, who is the target population, where it is implemented, and who carries it out
Describe your modification in detail
Discuss why a modification is necessary, including supporting research evidence and why it may work based on the assumptions of the chosen theory
OR

3. Evaluate an existing strategy or one that has been previously implemented, based on your chosen theory

Describe the theory and its assumptions
Describe the strategy in depth—what does it entail, who is the target population, where it is implemented, and who carries it out
Discuss its effectiveness (strategy evaluation) including supporting research evidence
Discuss why it works or does not work based on the assumptions of the chosen theory (or why it might be less effective if the strategy does not consider important aspects of the theory)
Examples of existing strategies (for options 2 & 3)

Aid for Dependent Families and Children (Welfare)
WIC (Women, Infant, & Children)
Community Policing
GREAT
Neighborhood Watch Groups
CCTV
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Programs
Megan’s Law
Drug Courts
Prisoner Re-entry Faith Based Programs
Juvenile Waivers to Adult Courts
Rockefeller Drug Laws
Three Strikes Laws
Mandatory Arrest for Domestic Violence
Prison Restrictive Housing
Project Safe Neighborhoods
Shot Spotters
Operation Ceasefire
Scared Straight
Juvenile Boot Camps
Death Penalty
Hot Spot Policing
ByStander Education Training
Stand Your Ground Laws
Victim/Offender Conferencing
Extreme risk protection orders