Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will have a deeper understanding of the history of criminology and psychology and their impact on society.

Materials and Prep

Materials: Notebook, pen, internet access for research

Prep: Familiarize yourself with basic concepts of criminology and psychology

Activities

• Research the history of criminology and psychology and create a timeline of key events and figures.

• Write a short essay on how the historical development of criminology and psychology has influenced modern criminal justice systems and our understanding of criminal behavior.

• Engage in a role-playing activity where you act as a psychologist interviewing a historical criminal figure to understand their motivations and behavior.

Seventh Grade Talking Points

• "Today, we're going to explore the history of criminology and psychology, which are important fields in understanding crime and human behavior."

• "Criminology is the study of crime, criminals, and criminal behavior, while psychology focuses on understanding the human mind and behavior."

• "We will learn about key figures such as Cesare Lombroso, who is known as the father of modern criminology, and Sigmund Freud, a famous psychologist."

• "Understanding the history of these fields will help us see how our knowledge about crime and human behavior has evolved over time."