Throughout the term, you will be writing a research paper that is worth up to 200 points of your final grade and will be graded according to the Final Research Paper Rubric. In-text source citations, as well as your reference list, should both be in alignment with APA 6th edition citation form and style.
Your challenge for your final research paper in this course is to present conflicting issues in our criminal justice system and ways how you can minimize/mitigate these issues. This conflict can be attributed to personnel, policies, procedures, training, etc. The essay must be written in a creative and meaningful (thoughtful) way that is demonstrative of critical thinking.
This 5- to 7-page (1000 to 1200 words) research paper should be formatted in an organized way. See the attachment for complete assignment instructions, outline suggestions, and rubric details.
** Please review the attachments which include the final research paper DRAFT that was previously completed as you will need to go off of this for the final research paper. I am also attaching a photo of the book for this class for reference and research. You must have access to this book.
Please be sure to follow the Rubric
Final Research Paper Rubric
| Criteria |
Ratings |
Pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent of Ideas |
| 100 to >89.0 ptsExemplary
Paper exceeds all requirements for topic selection and is supported by three or more relevant sources. |
89 to >69.0 ptsMeets Expectations
Paper meets all requirements for topic selection and is supported by two or more relevant sources. |
69 to >20.0 ptsDeveloping
Paper nearly meets requirement for topic but one area is lacking such as support with literature and is supported by one relevant source. |
20 to >0 ptsNovice
Paper does not clearly meet requirement and support for foundation paper and is not supported by relevant sources. |
|
100 pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOrganization of ideas |
| 60 to >48.0 ptsExemplary
Present ideas clearly and consistently, making effective use of specific and relevant evidence to support analysis. Exhibits logical organization of ideas and information to create a cohesive and coherent response. Establishes and maintains a formal style, using precise language and sound structure. Meets length requirement. |
48 to >37.0 ptsMeets Expectations
Presents ideas sufficiently, making adequate use of relevant evidence to support analysis. Exhibits acceptable organization of ideas and information to create a coherent response. Establishes and maintains a formal style, using appropriate language and structure. Does not meet length requirement. |
37 to >12.0 ptsDeveloping
Presents ideas inconsistently, inadequately, and/or inaccurately in an attempt to support analysis, making use of some evidence that may be irrelevant. Exhibits inconsistent organization of ideas and information, failing to create a coherent response. Lack a formal style, using language that is basic, inappropriate, or imprecise. Does not meet length requirement. |
12 to >0 ptsNovice
Presents little or no evidence from the text. Exhibits little organization of ideas and information. Uses language that is predominantly incoherent, inappropriate, or copied directly from the task or text. Does not meet length requirement. |
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60 pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeGrammar/Spelling |
| 40 to >32.0 ptsExemplary
Paper has no grammar or spelling errors. Uses APA correctly. |
32 to >24.0 ptsMeets Expectations
Paper has a few grammar/spelling errors no rewrite is needed, minor APA issues. |
24 to >9.0 ptsDeveloping
Paper has little to no grammar or syntax errors. Limited use of APA. |
9 to >0 ptsNovice
More than a few grammar/spelling errors, rewrite may be needed, major APA issues. |
|
40 pts |
| Total Points: 200 |
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