CJA/385 CJA385 CJA 385 WEEK 1 ASSIGNMENT 1
- University of Phoenix / CJA 385
- 15 Sep 2017
- Price: $15
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CJA 385 WEEK 1 ASSIGNMENT 1
Personal Perception Paper
Write a 700- to 1,050-word paper, describing your personal perception of policy-making in criminal justice. Identify any assumptions on which your perceptions are based. Be sure to answer the following questions:
- How would you describe policy-making?
- How would you describe policy analysis?
- How do your perceptions compare to the definitions in the readings?
- What are 2-3 examples of criminal justice policies?
Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.
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Write a 700- to 1,050-word paper, describing your personal perception of policy-making in criminal justice. Identify any assumptions on which your perceptions are based. Be sure to answer the following questions: |
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All key elements of the assignment are covered in a substantive way
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Word count met |
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· Describe the policy making process in criminal justice |
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· Compare personal perceptions of policy making and policy analysis as defined in the readings
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· Provide 3 examples of criminal justice policies
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The content is comprehensive, accurate, and/or persuasive. The paper develops a central theme or idea, directed toward the appropriate audience. |
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The paper cites and links theory to relevant examples of current experience and industry practice and uses the vocabulary of the theory correctly. |
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Major points are stated clearly; are supported by specific details, examples, or analysis; and are organized logically |
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The introduction provides sufficient background on the topic and previews major points. |
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The conclusion is logical, flows from the body of the paper, and reviews the major points. |
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Readability and Style |
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Paragraph transitions are present and logical and maintain the flow throughout the paper. |
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The tone is appropriate to the content and assignment. |
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Sentences are complete, clear, and concise. |
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Sentences are well-constructed, with consistently strong, varied sentences. |
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Sentence transitions are present and maintain the flow of thought. |
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Mechanics |
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The paper, including the title page, reference page, tables, and appendices, follow APA guidelines for format. |
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Citations of original works within the body of the paper follow APA guidelines. |
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The paper is laid out with effective use of headings, font styles, and white space. |
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Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed. |
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Spelling is correct. |
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