QUESTION 1 : Compare and contrast male and female gang members. Why do these differences exist?

QUESTION 2 : Determine the family and school risk factors for gang involvement.

QUESTION 3 : Discuss the three models used to understand the relationship between delinquency and gang involvement. Which do you agree with most? Why?

QUESTION 4 : Name and explain various juvenile justice responses to the youth gang problem

QUESTION 5 : What is the prevalence of school violence today? Discuss the steps taken to prevent school violence?

QUESTION 6 : What are the alternatives police officers have in dealing with juveniles? Do you think amount of discretion give to law enforcement in dealing with youth is appropriate? Explain.

QUESTION 7 : Distinguish between "traditional" bullying and "cyber" bullying. Is one more serious than the other? Explain why or why not.

QUESTION 8 : Discuss the four pronged threat assessment approach and its purpose.

QUESTION 9 : Compare and contrast the Justice Model with the Welfare Model.

QUESTION 10 : Distinguish between and give examples for static and dynamic risk factors. How do these factors play a part in the pretrial process?

QUESTION 11 : Compare and contrast therapeutic and coercive treatment. Which do you believe is most effective? Support your answer.

QUESTION 12 : What are the characteristics of juvenile court? Why are these important in dealing with juveniles?

QUESTION 13 : Describe the four components that are typically included in a modern, comprehensive graduated sanctions system. What are the essential features of this system? Why is it important to have these features?

QUESTION 14 : Explain and discuss the importance of reentry and aftercare. Why is it important to plan for it in advance? When should planning start?

QUESTION 15 : What is meant by gender based responsivity? What are the six guiding principles for effective treatment for females?