Comparative Analysis of the International Crime Victims Survey (ICVS) and Crime Mapping in the United States | Mini Research Essay #2

This is the recording link

https://open.spotify.com/episode/5P55nU2DN4NVcFyx0X3nAh?go=1&sp_cid=df248f2d4e5ac65d0f69e9d48a6938aa&intent=1&utm_source=embed_player_p&utm_medium=desktop&nd=1&dlsi=c1b0fbf28dff453f 

This is the video links

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xNTBABfj9o4&t=2s

Crime mapping: A discussion with Dr. Elizabeth Brown

In Module 3, you have read Research Methods for Criminal Justice and Criminology: Ch. 7 -Measuring Crime: The UCR, NIBRS, and NCVS Download Research Methods for Criminal Justice and Criminology: Ch. 7 -Measuring Crime: The UCR, NIBRS, and NCVSYou might need to refer back to this chapter in order to complete this assignment.

  • Provide an overview of the International Crime Victims Survey (ICVS) and crime mapping in the United States.
  • State the purpose of the essay and outline the key points that will be discussed.

First, listen to the Department of Criminal Justice Reimagine Justice podcast, Understanding Crime Victimization Survey.

Second, watch the video “Crime Mapping: A Discussion with Liz Brown” Cohosted by Carina Gallo & Jim Dudley

  • Create an APA formatted cover page for your 1000-1200-word for your compare and contrast essay
  • Find two peer-reviewed sources (one of these sources could be from our textbook Research Methods for Criminal Justice and Criminology: Ch. 7 -Measuring Crime: The UCR, NIBRS, and NCVS)
  • One-two non-peer-reviewed source from a government website
  • Block quotesLinks to an external site. (40 words or more) only one is allowed
  • Paraphrasing (try paraphrasing more or the text)
  • Direct quotes (limit the number of direct quotes in your paper)
  • Methodologies:

  • Describe the methodology used in the ICVS, including data collection techniques, sample size, and geographical scope.
  • Explain the methodology of crime mapping in the United States, including the types of data used, sources of data, and technological tools employed.
  • Applications:

    • Discuss the primary applications of the ICVS in understanding crime trends and victimization on an international scale.
    • Explore how crime mapping is used in the United States for law enforcement, policy-making, and community awareness.
  • Comparative Analysis:

    • Compare the strengths and limitations of the ICVS and crime mapping in terms of data accuracy, comprehensiveness, and usability.
    • Contrast the scope and scale of the ICVS with the localized focus of crime mapping in the United States.
  • Implications:
    • Analyze the implications of the findings from the ICVS for global crime prevention strategies and policies.
    • Evaluate the impact of crime mapping on local crime prevention efforts and community safety in the United States.
  • Conclusion:
    • Summarize the key points discussed in the essay.
    • Reflect on the importance of both the ICVS and crime mapping in advancing our understanding of crime and victimization.
    • References: Include a list of all sources cited in APA format. 

Your 1000-1200-word essay should be double-spaced and you must include at least one in-text citations from each of the following sources:

    • Two peer-reviewed article(s) (one source can be chapter 7 of our textbook)
    • A government website
    • “Understanding the International Crime Victimization Survey” podcast
    • “Crime Mapping: A Discussion with Professor Liz Brown” Co-hosted by Professors Carina Gallo & Jim Dudley

Are you struggling with your paper? Let us handle it - WE ARE EXPERTS!

Whatever paper you need - we will help you write it

Get started

Starts at $9 /page

How our paper writing service works

It's very simple!

  • Fill out the order form

    Complete the order form by providing as much information as possible, and then click the submit button.

  • Choose writer

    Select your preferred writer for the project, or let us assign the best writer for you.

  • Add funds

    Allocate funds to your wallet. You can release these funds to the writer incrementally, after each section is completed and meets your expected quality.

  • Ready

    Download the finished work. Review the paper and request free edits if needed. Optionally, rate the writer and leave a review.