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Research Paper Elements Included in Paper

1. INTRODUCTION & STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM

Clear and concise statement of a specific JJS problem(s) scope, nature, seriousness, and persons impacted by the problem.

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2. MAJOR RESEARCH QUESTIONS OR ISSUES EXAMINED IN RESEARCH PAPER

Identified theories, assumptions, and hypotheses examined in review of the effectiveness of one or more policies, functions, programs, and operational settings in the juvenile justice system

· Statement of Detailed Research Questions

1. Does it express a relation between concepts which can be represented by two or more variables?

2. Is it a question that, if answered, would help clarify and define, the nature, direction, and magnitude of a relationship between concepts and variables (and the indicators and measures which will represent them?)

3. Does the question lend itself to empirical investigation (through test of derived hypotheses), using accepted scientific research methods?

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3. RESULTS IN BRIEF

Summarize principal research findings drawn from your review of prior empirical research. This is where you present key findings, organized in relation to each major research question or issue.

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4. INTERPRETATION, CONCLUSION(S) AND RECOMMENDATIONS

State conclusions that may be reached based on logical interpretation of these research findings (derived from research literature review), conclusions that may be supported by the research findings, and offers recommendations that may be warranted for action and/or further research.

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5. PROPOSAL

Proposals are expected to address problems and issues identified from your review and based on valid interpretation of evaluation research findings that lead to conclusions on what and which evidence-based strategies work or have promise/potential for successfully addressing the problem.

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6. PROGRAM DESIGN

Used a logic model, showing links between (a) proposed goals and objectives, and how they will be achieved via (b) specific evidence-based program activities prescribed (that are to be implemented/ carried out to achieve these objectives,)

Are there (d) output measures for each activity, discussion of how these output measures will be used to track /monitor policy/program implementation. Did the paper identify and define (e) policy/program outcomes sought (short-term and long-term) and (f) their impact on the problem. Make special note of specific evidence-based programs (e.g., model programs and activities) prescribed for adoption

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7. PROGRAM PLAN

Identified steps you would take or require be carried out to implement your proposal and execute the program design. Think of your program plan as detailed “blueprints” or a “how-to” guide with instructions on how to implement your proposal and program design

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8. EVALUATION COMPONENT WITH EVALUATION RESEARCH DESIGN

Provides for monitoring program implementation and for a formal evaluation of proposed program. The evaluation component should include an evaluation design, identifying research methods to be employed and data that will be needed to assess outcomes to determine the effectiveness and impact of proposal were it to be adopted and implemented.

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COMPOSITE SCORE

100