Paper is written in full sentences and in paragraph form, submitted as a Microsoft Word Document, Size 12 Times New Roman font double-spaced with normal 1-inch margins. Paper is separated into subheadings and follows the instruction guidelines. APA format is properly used for in-text citations and a reference list is included.
Paper is written in full sentences and in paragraph form, submitted as a Microsoft Word Document, Size 12 Times New Roman font double-spaced with normal 1-inch margins. Paper is separated into subheadings and follows the instruction guidelines. APA format is properly used for in-text citations and a reference list is included.
All three components (crime type, group uniquely affected, and stage in the criminal justice process) are clear to the reader.
All three components (crime type, group uniquely affected, and stage in the criminal justice process) are clear to the reader.
At least one paragraph (at least 5-6 sentences) and clearly states the goals of your paper. Introduction grabs the reader’s attention and successfully explains the scope of the issue and its significance, and identify 1) the crime you are interested in researching, 2) the group uniquely affected, and 3) where in the criminal justice process the disparities are most prevalent. Introduction is organized and clear for the reader to follow.
At least one paragraph (at least 5-6 sentences) and clearly states the goals of your paper. Introduction grabs the reader’s attention and successfully explains the scope of the issue and its significance, and identify 1) the crime you are interested in researching, 2) the group uniquely affected, and 3) where in the criminal justice process the disparities are most prevalent. Introduction is organized and clear for the reader to follow.
Length requirement is met (2 paragraphs). Current event is relevant to your chosen topic and is original (e.g., not something we have covered in class). Full marks awarded if this section includes a clear and concise (but detailed) summary of the current event, the impact of the case, and successfully connects the example to key concepts from class. The reflection also considers potential bias from the source and appropriately cites the source (e.g., in APA format) Length requirement is met (2 paragraphs). Current event is relevant to your chosen topic and is original (e.g., not something we have covered in class). Full marks awarded if this section includes a clear and concise (but detailed) summary of the current event, the impact of the case, and successfully connects the example to key concepts from class. The reflection also considers potential bias from the source and appropriately cites the source (e.g., in APA format)
Paper includes at least THREE sources. All articles are peer-reviewed journal articles. All articles are from 2015 or newer.Paper includes at least THREE sources. All articles are peer-reviewed journal articles. All articles are from 2015 or newer.
The section meets the length requirement (3-4 paragraphs). Writing is strong, well-organized, and well-informed. The literature review provides a thorough background of the paper topic, including relevant definitions and prevalence. The writer successfully draws on class material and empirical research to explain the concepts. The chosen peer-reviewed journal articles are a good fit for this literature review and relate to one another. The main findings from the research and gaps are presented clearly. Writing and organization demonstrates a strong effort and understanding of the material.The section meets the length requirement (3-4 paragraphs). Writing is strong, well-organized, and well-informed. The literature review provides a thorough background of the paper topic, including relevant definitions and prevalence. The writer successfully draws on class material and empirical research to explain the concepts. The chosen peer-reviewed journal articles are a good fit for this literature review and relate to one another. The main findings from the research and gaps are presented clearly. Writing and organization demonstrates a strong effort and understanding of the material.
This section meets the length requirement (3-4 paragraphs). Writing is thorough, well-informed, creative, and relevant to your chosen topic. The writer successfully balances their own reflections/ideas with recommendations and implications that are informed by research. There is a smooth transition between the literature review and this section, and the writing clearly connects to your chosen paper topic. The response provides a thoughtful analysis of policy, research, education, and advocacy. The response demonstrates a clear understanding of class concepts.
This section meets the length requirement (3-4 paragraphs). Writing is thorough, well-informed, creative, and relevant to your chosen topic. The writer successfully balances their own reflections/ideas with recommendations and implications that are informed by research. There is a smooth transition between the literature review and this section, and the writing clearly connects to your chosen paper topic. The response provides a thoughtful analysis of policy, research, education, and advocacy. The response demonstrates a clear understanding of class concepts.
Conclusion includes one paragraph that successfully ties everything together for the reader in a clear and concise way. The conclusion reviews the purpose of the research paper, main findings/themes from the literature, and opportunities for sociopolitical change.Conclusion includes one paragraph that successfully ties everything together for the reader in a clear and concise way. The conclusion reviews the purpose of the research paper, main findings/themes from the literature, and opportunities for sociopolitical change.