Assignment:
Social structure theories view societal, financial, and social arrangements or structures as the primary cause of deviant and criminal behaviors. After choosing one video on Tent City, Arizona for this assignment, address the main topic inherent in the video using a social structure theory framework. Address the key bulleted items outlined in the directions and explain how and why the content of your video may be appropriately acknowledged and studied using a social structure theoretical application.
Select one video on Tent City, Arizona that supports a social structure theory.
Write a 2,100 to 2,450 word paper that addresses the following:
- How does the video you selected support a social structure theory?
- What is the primary subject or content of the video?
- What social issues are raised in the video?
- What major principles of sociological theory are addressed in the video?
- What might be some possible ramifications for social policy change?