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How to study A-Level criminology with flashcards

Revising A-Level criminology means holding a lot of theory in your head at once: Lombroso, Merton, Becker, Cohen and Hirschi, each with their own assumptions and evaluation points. A-Level criminology flashcards break that material into short prompts, so you can test recall of one idea at a time rather than rereading pages of notes.

Make one card per theory, thinker or key term, with the evaluation point on the back.
Keep answers short enough to recall in a few seconds, then check the full explanation in your notes.
Review a few cards daily instead of one long session each week.
Mix topics in the final weeks so you practice recognizing which theory fits a question.

Example A-Level criminology flashcards

What did Lombroso argue about the causes of crime?He proposed the born criminal theory, claiming offenders had atavistic physical traits and that criminality was biologically inherited.

What is Merton's strain theory?Crime results when people cannot reach culturally valued goals, such as wealth, by legitimate means, leading them to innovate, ritualize, retreat or rebel.

What does labeling theory say about deviance?Deviance is not inherent in an act but is created when others apply rules and label someone deviant, which can lead to further deviance.

What are the four elements of Hirschi's social bond?Attachment, commitment, involvement and belief. Weak bonds to conventional society are linked with a higher likelihood of offending.

What is a moral panic according to Stanley Cohen?An exaggerated public and media reaction to a group or behavior seen as a threat to social values, often amplified by authorities.

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Cards you find hard come back sooner, so theory names, thinkers and evaluation points stick before the exam.

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Add a PDF, slide deck, document or photo of your criminology notes for a specific topic such as strain theory or labeling theory.

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DeckOwl reads the text and writes question and answer cards, which you can check and edit before you start.

Review on a schedule

Work through the deck daily. Spaced repetition brings back the cards you miss, so revision time goes to what you need most.

The most useful cards ask you to explain a theory in your own words, name its key thinker, or state one strength and one criticism. Build a separate set for each unit, such as explanations of crime, the role of the criminal justice system and crime and the media, so you can see gaps in your knowledge.

Spaced repetition keeps older topics fresh while you move on to new ones. Review a short set most days in the weeks before a mock, then switch to mixed decks so that you practice choosing the right theory for an exam question.

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Frequently asked questions

How many flashcards should I make for A-Level criminology?

A focused set of 20 to 40 cards per topic works well for most students. Keep each card to one idea, such as a single theory, its thinker or one evaluation point.

What should I put on the back of a criminology flashcard?

Write a short answer that includes the key idea and the thinker's name where relevant. Add one strength or criticism for evaluation cards, since exam questions often ask for both.

Can I export my criminology flashcards?

Exports to PDF, DOCX, Anki and CSV are available on the Plus plan. The free plan lets you study the flashcards in the browser.

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Students get 40 percent off with a school email address. You can start without a credit card and see how the flashcards work first.

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