Law - Criminal Assignment #1

Criteria Ratings Points

Content 20 to >18 pts

Advanced

The Problem is clearly presented and discussed in detail. Key terms are defined as needed. Complex and sensitive issues are navigated with precision. Through analysis, student is able to argue that the conflict is present and can be resolved through an intervention.

18 to >16 pts

Proficient

The Problem is presented and discussed appropriately. Key terms are defined as needed. Complex and sensitive issues are navigated adequately. Through analysis, student approaches a viable argument that the conflict is present and can be resolved through an intervention.

16 to >0 pts

Developing

The Problem is unclear, or fairly clear but discussed too broadly. Student does not heed warning that the problem should have a real world context and solvable – vice an op to ed type of topic. Complex issues are overlooked or handled without care.

0 pts

Not Present

20 pts

Content 20 to >18 pts

Advanced

The background provided allows the reader to thoroughly understand the setting of the issue and the setting of the organization. • Student may use pseudonyms.

18 to >16 pts

Proficient

The background provided is general in nature and the reader is unable to ascertain the setting of the issue or organization. In other words, the student describes a general background that is non to specific to a real organization. • Student may use pseudonyms.

16 to >0 pts

Developing

The background provided is missing key components or organizational context. Because the background has missing components, it is difficult to ascertain if a real conflict exists.

• Student may use pseudonyms.

0 pts

Not Present

20 pts

Content 15 to >13 pts

Advanced

• Manifestations of the conflict are clearly described. The reader is able to understand, through the examples and analysis of the writer, potentially how the conflict arises. The writer attempts to identify the root cause of the situation.

13 to >12 pts

Proficient

• Manifestations of the conflict are described in general terms. The reader is able to understand, through the examples and analysis of the writer, generally how the conflict arises.

12 to >0 pts

Developing

• Manifestation examples are in such generic terms the reader is unable to determine if case is factual and if the case is worthy of analysis and resolution.

0 pts

Not Present

15 pts

Conflict Resolution: Part 1 – Problem Description Grading Rubric | CJUS830_B02_202340

Criteria Ratings Points

Content 15 to >13 pts

Advanced

Previous efforts of resolution of the conflict are clearly described. The reader is able to understand, through the examples and analysis of the writer, previous efforts. If efforts to resolve have never taken place, writer explains why conflict resolution efforts have not been attempted.

13 to >12 pts

Proficient

Previous efforts of resolution of the conflict are generally described. The reader is able to understand, through the examples and analysis of the writer, previous efforts. If efforts to resolve have never taken place, writer explains why conflict resolution efforts have not been attempted.

12 to >0 pts

Developing

Previous efforts of resolution of the conflict are not clearly described. The reader is unable to understand, because of the lack of examples and analysis of the writer, previous efforts. If efforts to resolve have never taken place, writer fails to explain why conflict resolution efforts have not been attempted.

0 pts

Not Present

15 pts

Structure 10 to >9 pts

Advanced

• No grammar, spelling, or punctuation errors are present. Voice and person are used correctly and consistently. Writing is precise. Word choice is appropriate. • Student has proper page count. Five to Eight pages (or more if page count waived by instructor) not including title page, abstract, or reference section.

9 to >8 pts

Proficient

• Few grammar, spelling, or punctuation errors are present. Voice and person are used correctly. Writing style is sufficient. Word choice is adequate. • Student has 70% of the proper page count of Five pages not including title page, abstract, or reference section.

8 to >0 pts

Developing

• Several grammar, spelling, or punctuation errors are present. Voice and person are used inconsistently. Writing style is understandable but could be improved. Word choice is generally good. • Student has less than 70% of the proper page count of Five pages not including title page, abstract, or reference section.

0 pts

Not Present

10 pts

Structure 10 to >9 pts

Advanced

Citations and format are in current APA style. Cover page, abstract, main body, and reference section are correctly formatted. Paper is double to spaced with 1 to inch margins and written in 12 point Times New Roman font.

9 to >8 pts

Proficient

Citations and format are in current APA style with few errors Cover page, abstract, main body, and reference section are present with few errors. Paper is double to spaced with 1 to inch margins and written in 12 point Times New Roman font.

8 to >0 pts

Developing

Citations and format are in current APA style though several errors are present. Cover page, abstract, main body, and reference section are included though several errors are present. Paper is double to spaced, but margins or fonts are incorrect.

0 pts

Not Present

10 pts

Conflict Resolution: Part 1 – Problem Description Grading Rubric | CJUS830_B02_202340

Criteria Ratings Points

Structure 10 to >9 pts

Advanced

Research will primarily be based upon an actual organization. There will be few, if any, academic references in this paper. However, research may incorporate multiple viewpoints of complex issues. A complete and accurate reference section is provided. Main arguments are correctly supported with research, as needed.

9 to >8 pts

Proficient

Research will primarily be based upon an actual organization. There will be few, if any, academic references in this paper. Research is aware of multiple viewpoints of complex issues although no specifics are given. A generally accurate reference section is provided. Main arguments are correctly supported with research, as needed.

8 to >0 pts

Developing

Reliance on a generic basis on an organization is used. Because of this reliance, it is difficult for the reader to determine if an actual organization is used in this paper. An incomplete or inaccurate reference section is provided.

0 pts

Not Present

10 pts

Total Points: 100

Conflict Resolution: Part 1 – Problem Description Grading Rubric | CJUS830_B02_202340