Education and Crime

Abstract

This entry discusses how educational levels correlate with criminal activity. In general, those with higher levels of educational achievement are less likely to participate in criminal activity. Education is a form of socialization that is taught to individuals at a very young age. People are often taught to obey the rules and respect authority figures through education. This socialization process then translates into the way people act when they get older. Early education is examined to illuminate the importance of behaviors learned at a young age and how such education can benefit individuals as they get older. A discussion is formulated to show how correctional facilities are also moving towards an educational approach to reduce recidivism rates.