What makes a Criminal? (Essay)
Pick two criminals that have committed the same type of crime, one from the United States and one from a different country; give a brief background or insight into the cases, and then apply2-3 criminological theories that can be utilized to explain both of their crimes.
Your paper should be 6-8 pages in length (excluding the cover page and references page) and conform to CSU-Global Guide to Writing and APA (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.. Include at least two scholarly references in addition to the course textbook. The CSU-Global Library is a good place to find these references.
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeRequirements
30.0 to >24.0 pts
Meets Expectation
The Portfolio includes all of the required components, as specified in the assignment.
24.0 to >18.0 pts
Approaches Expectation
The Portfolio includes most of the required components, as specified in the assignment.
18.0 to >12.0 pts
Below Expectation
The Portfolio includes some of the required components, as specified in the assignment.
12.0 to >0 pts
Limited Evidence
The Portfolio includes few of the required components, as specified in the assignment.
30.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent
40.0 to >32.0 pts
Meets Expectation
Demonstrates strong or adequate knowledge of Criminological Theories; correctly represents knowledge from the readings and sources.
32.0 to >24.0 pts
Approaches Expectation
Some significant but not major errors or omissions in demonstration of knowledge.
24.0 to >16.0 pts
Below Expectation
Major errors or omissions in demonstration of knowledge.
16.0 to >0 pts
Limited Evidence
Fails to demonstrate knowledge of the materials.
40.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent #1
40.0 to >32.0 pts
Meets Expectation
Student picked two criminals/one for the United States, one from another country.
32.0 to >24.0 pts
Approaches Expectation
Student picked two criminals as required, but not all expectations were met.
24.0 to >16.0 pts
Below Expectation
Student analyzed one criminal within specified component.
16.0 to >0 pts
Limited Evidence
Student did not pick two credible criminals for assignment.
40.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent #2
40.0 to >32.0 pts
Meets Expectation
Student provided a summary of both criminals, one from the United States, one from another country.
32.0 to >24.0 pts
Approaches Expectation
Student provided a summary of both criminals, however, needed to be more in depth.
24.0 to >16.0 pts
Below Expectation
Student provided a minimal summary of both criminals.
16.0 to >0 pts
Limited Evidence
Student did not provide a summary of both criminals.
40.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCritical Analysis
50.0 to >40.0 pts
Meets Expectation
Student strongly applied 2-3 criminological theories to both criminals.
40.0 to >30.0 pts
Approaches Expectation
Student minimally applied 2 criminological theories towards both criminals.
30.0 to >20.0 pts
Below Expectation
Student applied 1 criminological theory to both criminals.
20.0 to >0 pts
Limited Evidence
Student did not apply criminological theory.
50.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSources
30.0 to >24.0 pts
Meets Expectation
Cites and integrates at least two credible sources in addition to the textbook.
24.0 to >18.0 pts
Approaches Expectation
Cites and integrates one credible source in addition to the textbook.
18.0 to >12.0 pts
Below Expectation
Cites and integrates the textbook only.
12.0 to >0 pts
Limited Evidence
Cites and integrates no credible sources.
30.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeApplication of Source Material
30.0 to >24.0 pts
Meets Expectation
Sources well or adequately chosen to provide substance and perspectives on the issue; knowledge from the course linked properly to source material.
24.0 to >18.0 pts
Approaches Expectation
Some significant but not major problems with selection and linkage of sources.
18.0 to >12.0 pts
Below Expectation
Major problems with selection and linkage of sources.
12.0 to >0 pts
Limited Evidence
Source selection is seriously flawed; no linkage to knowledge from the course.
30.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOrganization
20.0 to >16.0 pts
Meets Expectation
Project is clearly organized, well written, and in proper essay format including an introduction, body, and conclusion. Conforms to project requirements.
16.0 to >12.0 pts
Approaches Expectation
Small number of significant but not major flaws in organization and writing; is in proper essay format. In a minor way does not conform to project requirements.
12.0 to >8.0 pts
Below Expectation
Major problems in organization and writing; does not completely follow proper essay format. In a significant way does not conform to project requirements.
8.0 to >0 pts
Limited Evidence
Project is not well organized or well written and is not in proper essay format. Does not conform to project requirements.
20.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeGrammar and Style
20.0 to >16.0 pts
Meets Expectation
Strong sentence and paragraph structure; few or no minor errors in grammar and spelling; appropriate writing style; clear and concise with no unsupported comments.
16.0 to >12.0 pts
Approaches Expectation
Small number of significant but not major errors in grammar and spelling; generally appropriate writing.
12.0 to >8.0 pts
Below Expectation
Inconsistent to inadequate sentence and paragraph development; work needed on grammar and spelling; does not meet program expectations.
8.0 to >0 pts
Limited Evidence
Poor quality; unacceptable in terms of grammar and/or spelling; inappropriate writing style that interferes with clarity.
20.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDemonstrates proper use of APA style
30.0 to >24.0 pts
Meets Expectation
Project contains proper APA formatting, according to the CSU-Global Guide to Writing and APA, with no more than one significant error.
24.0 to >18.0 pts
Approaches Expectation
Few errors in APA formatting, according to the CSU-Global Guide to Writing and APA, with no more than two to three significant errors.
18.0 to >12.0 pts
Below Expectation
Significant errors in APA formatting, according to the CSU-Global Guide to Writing and APA, with four to five significant errors.
12.0 to >0 pts
Limited Evidence
Numerous errors in APA formatting, according to the CSU-Global Guide to Writing and APA, with more than five significant errors.
30.0 pts
Total Points: 330.0
