No directly quoted material may be used in this project paper. Resources should be summarized or paraphrased with appropriate in-text and Resource page citations.
2. Theory Case Study
The course materials present a number of criminological, sociological, and developmental theories that endeavor to explain delinquent behavior among juveniles. In this assignment, you will select a real-life, notorious crime committed by a juvenile. This may be a crime perpetrated by a juvenile many years ago, or a case that is still active and in current events. You will argue for one of the particular delinquency theories as the most appropriate explanation for the perpetrator’s actions.
Examples could include:
Eric Harris and Dylan Klebold, the shooters in the 1999 Columbine High School massacre
Lee Boyd Malvo, the juvenile half of the infamous Washington, D.C., snipers in 2002
Erik Menendez, age 17, murderer of his parents, assisted by his adult brother, Joseph Menendez, in 1989
the juvenile perpetrators (Eric Rivera, Jr., age 17; and Timothy Brown, age 16) involved in the home invasion and murder of Washington Redskins star player Sean Taylor in 2007
other juvenile offenders well-known at either the national or local level may be used with the prior approval of the instructor
The paper should include the following sections:
an introduction presenting an overview of the crime, including BRIEFLY the basic facts of what happened
an analysis in which you present how one particular criminological, sociological, or developmental theory best explains the perpetrator’s actions, and why
a discussion of the strengths and weaknesses of that particular theory—how it is that the theory may fall short in explaining certain aspects of the crime. In light of this, discuss what other theory or combination of theories may better account for those particular aspects of the crime
concluding thoughts summarizing your research and analysis
All outside sources must adhere to APA citation format for both narrative/content citations and bibliography page.
Format Requirements
Paper should be a minimum of 1,250 words or about five FULL narrative pages
Double space
12 pt. font
1” margins
Use APA citations for all sources (outside references not required)
Include APA reference page (not included in word count)
Additionally –
· Create a cover page for your assignment (not included in word count)
Rubric Name: A MODEL Rubric for CCJS Projects – Max points
Criteria
The paper is exemplary. Content of the paper exceeds all information required by assignment, demonstrates critical thinking skills, sophisticated analysis and other perspectives.
Points available: 18-20
Paper indicates effort above and beyond the Project Description in the areas of research, analysis, critical thinking, etc.
Points available: 16-17.9
In general, the content of the paper addresses the information required by the assignment.
Points available: 14-15.9
The overall content of the paper addresses less than the minimal amount of the information required by the assignment. It demonstrates marginal work and does not reflect an understanding of the project.
Points available D: 12 -13.9
Points available F: 11.9
Analysis and critical thinking is evident throughout the paper, beyond the requirements in the Project Description
Points available: 18-20
Paper includes evidence of analysis and critical thinking beyond the requirements in the Project Description
Points available: 16-17.9
The analysis and critical thinking is consistant with the requirements in the Project Description
Points available: 14-15.9
The analysis and critical thinking reflected in this paper did not meet the requirements in the Project Description
Points available D: 12-13.9
Points available F: 0-11.9
Assignment is formatted exactly as required.
Points available: 9-10
Assignment is formatted as required with minor/ inconsequential deviations.
Points available: 8-8.9
Assignment mostly formatted as required but missing some required element(s).
Points available: 7-7.9
Assignment is missing major elements,
Points available D:6 – 6.9
Points available F: 0-5.9
Excellent understanding and application of theory and knowledge to the facts.
Terminology is correct in all uses.
Points available: 9-10
Clear application of theory and knowledge to the facts.
Most terminology references are correctly applied.
Points available: 8-8.9
Application of theory, knowledge and terminology indicate understanding of the concepts and focus of the project
Points available: 7-7.9
Theory and knowledge does not apply to the facts presented.
Use of terminology indicates a lack of understanding of the concepts and focus of the project
Points available D: 6-6.9
Points available F: 0-5.9
Organization is relevant to topic, clear and understandable with logical flow that makes the project easier to follow.
Points available: 9-10
Organization is clear and does not distract from the project’s content.
Points available: 8-8.9
Organization presents some MINOR distractions from the project’s content.
Points available: 7-7.9
Organization lacks relevance, is unclear, difficult to understand, or logic is missing that causes distraction for the reader.
Points available D: 6-6.9
Points available F: 0-5.9
Assignment is formatted exactly as required, all required citations and references are present and APA standards are followed in every respect.
Points available 13.5-15
Assignment is formatted as required with minor/ inconsequential deviations, resource requirements are met, citations and references are present and APA standards are followed.
Points available: 12-13.4
Assignment mostly formatted as required but missing some required elements/ sources or some APA errors are evident.
Points available: 10.5-11.9
Assignment is missing major elements, lacks required sources or APA is not followed however a different citation method is used correctly.
Points available D: 9 – 10.4
Points available F: 0-8.9
No or minor English and grammar usage errors.
Points available 13.5-15
A few minor/ inconsequential mistakes in English and grammar.
Points available 12-13.4
Some, but acceptable mistakes in English and/or grammar.
Points available: 10.5-11.9
Many mistakes evident in English/grammar usage.
Points available D: 9 – 10.4
Points available F: 0-8.9
Overall Score
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