Q Instructions for M3 Theory Application Essay Each theory application essay looks at two aspects: 1) empirical testing of the theory 2) application of the theory to policy or practice in criminal justice. Part 1 Using Google Scholar or university library databases, find a recent empirical article (published within the last 10-15 years) that tests some aspect of one of the social ecology, social learning or subcultural theories as applied to criminal justice issues. Use one of the theories covered in Chapters 5 and 6 of the course textbook. This time, the task becomes progressively harder - I will not give you specific keywords since you are now well-equipped to choose your own. :) a. Copy and paste the article reference in APA format (click " button in Google Scholar or "Cite" button in library databases to obtain a reference). b. Explain how the authors measured the key theoretical concept that you chose to focus on (independent variable) and what type of crimes or delinquent behavior was measured as the outcome (dependent variable). c. In a nutshell, what were the results of this study? d. What do you think the results of this study imply for the theory (or a specific component of the theory)? Part 2 Write a short (2-3 paragraphs) essay discussing which criminal justice policy or program seems most compatible with a social ecology, social learning or subcultural theory of your choice and how specifically the key concepts and propositions of the theory align with or inform the main parts of the policy/program. Make sure to check www.CrimeSolutions.gov (Links to an external site.) for some programs similar to the one you are proposing and mention whether the program has been found effective, not effective, or promising! Clearly indicate Part 1 and Part 2 of your essay! Save the file as a Word document and upload it to the TurnItIn link below. TurnItIn is a system that checks for plagiarism so make sure you don't use any phrases or sentences from other sources (except for copying and pasting the article reference in APA format). PreviousNext