outline- rehab vs incarceration

Title Page

Abstract

Table of Contents

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CHAPTER ONE: INTRODUCTION TO THE STUDY

Introduction and Background to the Problem

· Explain how this topic is related to the learning outcomes outlined in this syllabus and/or to the policy related topics discussed in the textbook of this course

· Explain how the topic is related to criminal justice

Justification

· Explain why this topic is important, and to whom it is important.

· Explain how this research paper will have a practical effect on real world problems.

Delimitations and Scope

· Explain what this study can and cannot do.

CHAPTER TWO: REVIEW OF THE LITERATURE, THEORETICAL

FRAMEWORK, RESEARCH QUESTIONS AND HYPOTHESES

Introduction

Review of the Literature

Synopsis of the Literature Review

Theoretical Framework

Research Questions

Hypotheses

CHAPTER THREE: RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

Research Design

Procedures: Ethical Considerations and Data Collection Methods

Evaluation of Research Methods

Qualitative Methods

Quantitative Methods

CHAPTER FOUR: RESULTS

Sampling

Characteristics of the Measurement Instruments

Research Questions

Hypothesis Testing

CHAPTER FIVE: DISCUSSION

Interpretations

Characteristics of the Measurement

Research Questions

Hypotheses

Practical Implications

Conclusions

Limitations

Recommendations for Future Study

REFERENCES

BIBLIOGRAPHY

APPENDIXES