Write the question and then write the answer below it. Here are the questions.
1. Describe the fundamental tenets of social disorganization theory, starting from its origins with Shaw and McKay and continuing through the more recent extensions such as the concept of collective efficacy by Sampsons and others. Include a discussion of the empirical research that has tested the theory and its extensions.
2. Compare and contrast the social disorganization perspective (e.g. Shaw & McKay and Sampson) with the differential organization perspective (e.g. Andersons code of the street). How are the two perspectives compatible, and how are they incompatible? Be sure to include a discussion of empirical research for each perspective. Given that they are considerably different in many ways, how do you think it is possible that empirical evidence has found support for both?
