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Which subject	Criminology
What topic
What length (min)	30
What age group	Doesn't matter
Class size	20
What curriculum
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Number of slides	5
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Lesson plan

Topic

Understanding Criminal Behavior

Objectives

To explore various theories of criminal behavior.
To identify key factors that influence criminal actions.
To encourage critical thinking regarding societal impacts on crime.

Materials

Whiteboard and markers
Projector for presentations
Printed handouts covering key theories of criminal behavior
Access to online resources (if applicable)
Worksheets for group activities

Grade/Age Group

Secondary School Students (15-18 years old)

Subject

Criminology

Class Size

20 students

Lesson Duration

30 minutes

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson corresponds to the Irish Junior Cycle curriculum for Social, Personal, and Health Education (SPHE) and aims at developing critical thinking regarding societal issues.

Homework Check Procedure

Homework will be collected and checked for completion without individual presentations. A feedback sheet will be provided to students.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length (minutes)	Details
1	Introduction	5	Briefly discuss what criminal behavior means and its relevance to society.
2	Group Discussion	10	Break students into small groups to discuss personal views on what influences crime.
3	Presentation of Theories	5	Introduce key theories of criminal behavior using a projector and handouts for reference.
4	Interactive Activity	7	Engage students in a scenario-based activity where they apply theories of criminal behavior to case studies.
5	Summary and Q&A	3	Summarize key points discussed and allow students to ask questions for clarification.
6	Homework Assignment	1	Explain homework requirements, ensuring clarity on what is expected for submission.

Conclusion

This lesson encourages students to think critically about the social factors influencing criminal behavior while aligning with Irish educational standards. The class engages students actively through discussions and group work, thus fostering collaborative learning.