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Assignment 2: Determine how the Police and Courts can Work Better Together to Improve Victims’ Outcomes

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| Please re-watch the beginning and conclusion of the Youtube Video: <br>_Can our criminal justice sector deliver faster and more positive outcomes for victims?_ https://youtu.be/c3eC_9eqzqA<br> <br>Using your critical thinking in responding to this video and other resources assigned in your libguide, prepare a brief paper that includes the following:  <br>· List and explain at least two positive outcomes for victims. <br>· Include examples to differentiate what the police can do and then what the courts can do.  <br>Length: 3-5 pages, not including title and reference pages.  <br>References: Support your assignment with at least 2 scholarly resources. |

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Assignment 4: Signature Assignment: Interpret the Importance of the Criminal Justice System

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| Your Signature Assignment features six (6) short answer questions.  The purpose of the Signature Assignment is to test your overall course knowledge. The questions are taken from the weekly lectures and Open Educational Resources. Your response to each question should be a minimum of 1-page.  Compile your your brief essay responses together into one document for submission.    <br>1. Explain what the criminal justice system is and its purpose.<br>2. Identify the 3 major components of the criminal justice system, and briefly describe each component’s role within the system. Include examples to support your response.<br>3. Briefly describe the major steps in the criminal justice process from Arrest to Probation or Parole.  <br>4. What is the importance of having diversity, equity, and inclusion incorporated into the employment selection process within law enforcement and the criminal justice system? Include examples to support your rationale.  <br>5. Identify and describe at least two key areas in need of criminal justice reform. What strategies would you recommend?<br>6. What is the importance of preventing police corruption? Provide one case study example of police corruption.  <br>Length: 6-8 pages, not including title and reference pages  <br>References: Support your assignment with at least 3 OER/scholarly resources. |

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Assignment 1: Clarify the Major Steps in the Criminal Justice Process

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| Using the Open Educational Resources (OERs) available, including the OER Textbooks, prepare a brief PowerPoint presentation that discusses and illustrates the major steps in the criminal justice process from beginning to end.   <br>Be sure to begin with police contact-arrest and include each step all the way through to probation or parole. Reflect on what you have learned so far in your assigned readings and the discussion threads to help you get started. Be sure to include brief descriptions of the importance of each step in the process to reflect the greater importance of the criminal justice system. Consider the working relationship between law enforcement, the courts, and the correctional system as you prepare your presentation.  <br>PowerPoint Presentation Helpful Tips:  <br>· Do not include too much text on the slides. This can impact readability. Use the Notes feature to script out talking points or explain the slide in more detail. <br>· Use the 6 x 6 rule: No more than six lines per slide, six words per line. <br>· Think of brief points, avoid writing in a narrative style.  <br>· Use Font size and type that is legible: Arial or Calibri in no smaller than 16-point size. <br>· Illustrations help provide meaning but should add value to what you are communicating.  <br>Length: 6-8 slides, not including title and reference slides.  <br>References: Support your assignment with at least 2 scholarly resources. |

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Assignment 3: Discriminate Between Public and Private Correctional Facilities

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| For this assignment, prepare a chart or table to compare and contrast publicly administered correctional facilities to privately administered correctional facilities. Be sure to include criteria related to how effective and cost-efficient they are in achieving deterrence, rehabilitation, and reintegration. Consider the working relationships these correctional facilities may have with police and the courts. Include examples to support your findings.

Your chart or table may look similar to this:

| | | |
| — | — | — |
| **Criterion** | **Public Administered Facilities** | **Privately Administered Facilities** |
| Criterion 1: Name of criterion | | |
| Criterion 2: Name of criterion | | |

Length: 1 table or chart, not including title and reference pages

References: Support your assignment with at least 2 scholarly resources.

The completed assignment should address all the assignment requirements, exhibit evidence of concept knowledge, and demonstrate thoughtful consideration of the content presented in the course.

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Assignment 3 Rubric
Course: CJA230 Intro to Criminal Justice

Criteria
Exemplary
2.5 points

Good
2 points

Acceptable
1.4 points

Unacceptable
0 points

Criterion Score

Content / 2.5

Writing / 2.5

Balanced presentation

of relevant and

legitimate information

that clearly supports

the central purpose of

the chart/table and

shows a thoughtful

analysis of the topic;

content is specific,

accurate, interesting

and appropriate.

Information provides

reasonable support for

the central purpose of

the chart/table and

displays evidence of a

basic analysis of the

topic.

Information supports a

central purpose at

times but often strays

from purpose. Analysis

is basic or general.

Central purpose is not

clearly identified.

Analysis is vague or

not evident.

The ideas are arranged

logically to support

the chart/table. Ideas

are well organized and

are clearly linked to

each other. The reader

can follow the line of

reasoning.

The ideas are arranged

logically to support

the chart/table. Ideas

are usually clearly

linked to each other.

For the most part, the

reader can follow the

line of reasoning.

In general, the

chart/table is arranged

logically, although

occasionally ideas fail

to make sense

together. The reader is

fairly clear about what

the writer intends.

The writing is not

logically organized.

Frequently, ideas fail

to make sense

together. The reader

cannot identify a line

of reasoning and loses

interest.

5/6/25, 8:39 AM Assignment 3: Discriminate Between Public and Private Correctional Facilities – CJA230 Intro to Criminal Justice – National University

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Total / 10

Overall Score

Criteria
Exemplary
2.5 points

Good
2 points

Acceptable
1.4 points

Unacceptable
0 points

Criterion Score

Format / 2.5

Grammar & Spelling / 2.5

The assignment is

properly formatted in

a concise table or

chart.

The assignment is

mostly formatted

properly in a table or

chart.

The assignment is only

partially formatted in a

table or chart.

The work is included

in the required table

or chart format.

All grammar & spelling

are correct.

Only one or two errors

in spelling & grammar.

A few grammar and/or

spelling errors.

Very frequent

grammar and/or

spelling errors.

Level 4
10 points minimum

Level 3
8 points minimum

Level 2
7 points minimum

Level 1
0 points minimum

5/6/25, 8:39 AM Assignment 3: Discriminate Between Public and Private Correctional Facilities – CJA230 Intro to Criminal Justice – National University

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**## assignment2RUBRIC.pdf**

Assignment 2 Rubric
Course: CJA230 Intro to Criminal Justice

Criteria
Exemplary
2 points

Good
1.6 points

Acceptable
1.4 points

Unacceptable
0 points

Criterion Score

Purpose / 2The writer's central

purpose or

argument is readily

apparent to the

reader; clear thesis

sentence.

The writing has a

clear purpose or

argument but may

sometimes digress

from it.

The central purpose

or argument is not

consistently clear

throughout the

paper.

The purpose or

argument is

generally unclear.

5/6/25, 8:04 AM Assignment 2: Determine how the Police and Courts can Work Better Together to Improve Victims’ Outcomes – CJA230 Intro to Criminal Justice – National University

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Criteria
Exemplary
2 points

Good
1.6 points

Acceptable
1.4 points

Unacceptable
0 points

Criterion Score

Content / 2

Writing / 2

Balanced

presentation of

relevant and

legitimate

information that

clearly supports a

central purpose or

argument and

shows a thoughtful,

in-depth analysis of

a significant topic;

content is specific,

accurate, interesting

and appropriate.

Information

provides reasonable

support for a central

purpose or

argument and

displays evidence of

a basic analysis of a

significant topic.

Information

supports a central

purpose or

argument at times

but often strays

from purpose.

Analysis is basic or

general

Central purpose or

argument is not

clearly identified.

Analysis is vague or

not evident.

The ideas are

arranged logically to

support the purpose

or argument. Ideas

flow smoothly from

one to another and

are clearly linked to

each other. The

reader can follow

the line of

reasoning.

The ideas are

arranged logically to

support the central

purpose or

argument. Ideas are

usually clearly

linked to each other.

For the most part,

the reader can

follow the line of

reasoning.

In general, the

writing is arranged

logically, although

occasionally ideas

fail to make sense

together. The reader

is fairly clear about

what the writer

intends.

The writing is not

logically organized.

Frequently, ideas

fail to make sense

together. The reader

cannot identify a

line of reasoning

and loses interest.

5/6/25, 8:04 AM Assignment 2: Determine how the Police and Courts can Work Better Together to Improve Victims’ Outcomes – CJA230 Intro to Criminal Justice – National University

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Total / 10

Overall Score

Criteria
Exemplary
2 points

Good
1.6 points

Acceptable
1.4 points

Unacceptable
0 points

Criterion Score

Format / 2

Grammar &

Spelling

/ 2

APA format is used

accurately and

consistently in the

paper and on the

"References"

section; follows APA

guidelines with

regard to

mechanics,

sentence structure,

and word choice.

APA format is used

with minor errors;

follows APA

guidelines with

regard to

mechanics,

sentence structure,

and word choice

with few minor

errors.

There are frequent

errors in APA

format.

Format of the

document is not

recognizable as

APA.

All grammar &

spelling are correct.

Only one or two

errors in spelling &

grammar.

A few grammar

and/or spelling

errors.

Very frequent

grammar and/or

spelling errors.

Level 4
10 points minimum

Level 3
8 points minimum

Level 2
7 points minimum

Level 1
0 points minimum

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Assignment 2: Determine how the Police and Courts can Work Better Together to Improve Victims’ Outcomes

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| Please re-watch the beginning and conclusion of the Youtube Video: <br>_Can our criminal justice sector deliver faster and more positive outcomes for victims?_ https://youtu.be/c3eC_9eqzqA<br> <br>Using your critical thinking in responding to this video and other resources assigned in your libguide, prepare a brief paper that includes the following:  <br>· List and explain at least two positive outcomes for victims. <br>· Include examples to differentiate what the police can do and then what the courts can do.  <br>Length: 3-5 pages, not including title and reference pages.  <br>References: Support your assignment with at least 2 scholarly resources. |

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Assignment 4: Signature Assignment: Interpret the Importance of the Criminal Justice System

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| Your Signature Assignment features six (6) short answer questions.  The purpose of the Signature Assignment is to test your overall course knowledge. The questions are taken from the weekly lectures and Open Educational Resources. Your response to each question should be a minimum of 1-page.  Compile your your brief essay responses together into one document for submission.    <br>1. Explain what the criminal justice system is and its purpose.<br>2. Identify the 3 major components of the criminal justice system, and briefly describe each component’s role within the system. Include examples to support your response.<br>3. Briefly describe the major steps in the criminal justice process from Arrest to Probation or Parole.  <br>4. What is the importance of having diversity, equity, and inclusion incorporated into the employment selection process within law enforcement and the criminal justice system? Include examples to support your rationale.  <br>5. Identify and describe at least two key areas in need of criminal justice reform. What strategies would you recommend?<br>6. What is the importance of preventing police corruption? Provide one case study example of police corruption.  <br>Length: 6-8 pages, not including title and reference pages  <br>References: Support your assignment with at least 3 OER/scholarly resources. |

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Assignment 1: Clarify the Major Steps in the Criminal Justice Process

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| Using the Open Educational Resources (OERs) available, including the OER Textbooks, prepare a brief PowerPoint presentation that discusses and illustrates the major steps in the criminal justice process from beginning to end.   <br>Be sure to begin with police contact-arrest and include each step all the way through to probation or parole. Reflect on what you have learned so far in your assigned readings and the discussion threads to help you get started. Be sure to include brief descriptions of the importance of each step in the process to reflect the greater importance of the criminal justice system. Consider the working relationship between law enforcement, the courts, and the correctional system as you prepare your presentation.  <br>PowerPoint Presentation Helpful Tips:  <br>· Do not include too much text on the slides. This can impact readability. Use the Notes feature to script out talking points or explain the slide in more detail. <br>· Use the 6 x 6 rule: No more than six lines per slide, six words per line. <br>· Think of brief points, avoid writing in a narrative style.  <br>· Use Font size and type that is legible: Arial or Calibri in no smaller than 16-point size. <br>· Illustrations help provide meaning but should add value to what you are communicating.  <br>Length: 6-8 slides, not including title and reference slides.  <br>References: Support your assignment with at least 2 scholarly resources. |

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Assignment 3: Discriminate Between Public and Private Correctional Facilities

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| Instructions | |
| For this assignment, prepare a chart or table to compare and contrast publicly administered correctional facilities to privately administered correctional facilities. Be sure to include criteria related to how effective and cost-efficient they are in achieving deterrence, rehabilitation, and reintegration. Consider the working relationships these correctional facilities may have with police and the courts. Include examples to support your findings.

Your chart or table may look similar to this:

| | | |
| — | — | — |
| **Criterion** | **Public Administered Facilities** | **Privately Administered Facilities** |
| Criterion 1: Name of criterion | | |
| Criterion 2: Name of criterion | | |

Length: 1 table or chart, not including title and reference pages

References: Support your assignment with at least 2 scholarly resources.

The completed assignment should address all the assignment requirements, exhibit evidence of concept knowledge, and demonstrate thoughtful consideration of the content presented in the course.

When applicable, conduct a
**Turnitin pre-check** and then upload your completed assignment and click the
_Submit to Dropbox_ button. |

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**## ASSIGNMENT3RUBRIC.pdf**

Assignment 3 Rubric
Course: CJA230 Intro to Criminal Justice

Criteria
Exemplary
2.5 points

Good
2 points

Acceptable
1.4 points

Unacceptable
0 points

Criterion Score

Content / 2.5

Writing / 2.5

Balanced presentation

of relevant and

legitimate information

that clearly supports

the central purpose of

the chart/table and

shows a thoughtful

analysis of the topic;

content is specific,

accurate, interesting

and appropriate.

Information provides

reasonable support for

the central purpose of

the chart/table and

displays evidence of a

basic analysis of the

topic.

Information supports a

central purpose at

times but often strays

from purpose. Analysis

is basic or general.

Central purpose is not

clearly identified.

Analysis is vague or

not evident.

The ideas are arranged

logically to support

the chart/table. Ideas

are well organized and

are clearly linked to

each other. The reader

can follow the line of

reasoning.

The ideas are arranged

logically to support

the chart/table. Ideas

are usually clearly

linked to each other.

For the most part, the

reader can follow the

line of reasoning.

In general, the

chart/table is arranged

logically, although

occasionally ideas fail

to make sense

together. The reader is

fairly clear about what

the writer intends.

The writing is not

logically organized.

Frequently, ideas fail

to make sense

together. The reader

cannot identify a line

of reasoning and loses

interest.

5/6/25, 8:39 AM Assignment 3: Discriminate Between Public and Private Correctional Facilities – CJA230 Intro to Criminal Justice – National University

https://nationalu.brightspace.com/d2l/lms/dropbox/user/folder_submit_files.d2l?db=630438&grpid=0&isprv=&bp=0&ou=108650 1/2

Total / 10

Overall Score

Criteria
Exemplary
2.5 points

Good
2 points

Acceptable
1.4 points

Unacceptable
0 points

Criterion Score

Format / 2.5

Grammar & Spelling / 2.5

The assignment is

properly formatted in

a concise table or

chart.

The assignment is

mostly formatted

properly in a table or

chart.

The assignment is only

partially formatted in a

table or chart.

The work is included

in the required table

or chart format.

All grammar & spelling

are correct.

Only one or two errors

in spelling & grammar.

A few grammar and/or

spelling errors.

Very frequent

grammar and/or

spelling errors.

Level 4
10 points minimum

Level 3
8 points minimum

Level 2
7 points minimum

Level 1
0 points minimum

5/6/25, 8:39 AM Assignment 3: Discriminate Between Public and Private Correctional Facilities – CJA230 Intro to Criminal Justice – National University

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**## assignment2RUBRIC.pdf**

Assignment 2 Rubric
Course: CJA230 Intro to Criminal Justice

Criteria
Exemplary
2 points

Good
1.6 points

Acceptable
1.4 points

Unacceptable
0 points

Criterion Score

Purpose / 2The writer's central

purpose or

argument is readily

apparent to the

reader; clear thesis

sentence.

The writing has a

clear purpose or

argument but may

sometimes digress

from it.

The central purpose

or argument is not

consistently clear

throughout the

paper.

The purpose or

argument is

generally unclear.

5/6/25, 8:04 AM Assignment 2: Determine how the Police and Courts can Work Better Together to Improve Victims’ Outcomes – CJA230 Intro to Criminal Justice – National University

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Criteria
Exemplary
2 points

Good
1.6 points

Acceptable
1.4 points

Unacceptable
0 points

Criterion Score

Content / 2

Writing / 2

Balanced

presentation of

relevant and

legitimate

information that

clearly supports a

central purpose or

argument and

shows a thoughtful,

in-depth analysis of

a significant topic;

content is specific,

accurate, interesting

and appropriate.

Information

provides reasonable

support for a central

purpose or

argument and

displays evidence of

a basic analysis of a

significant topic.

Information

supports a central

purpose or

argument at times

but often strays

from purpose.

Analysis is basic or

general

Central purpose or

argument is not

clearly identified.

Analysis is vague or

not evident.

The ideas are

arranged logically to

support the purpose

or argument. Ideas

flow smoothly from

one to another and

are clearly linked to

each other. The

reader can follow

the line of

reasoning.

The ideas are

arranged logically to

support the central

purpose or

argument. Ideas are

usually clearly

linked to each other.

For the most part,

the reader can

follow the line of

reasoning.

In general, the

writing is arranged

logically, although

occasionally ideas

fail to make sense

together. The reader

is fairly clear about

what the writer

intends.

The writing is not

logically organized.

Frequently, ideas

fail to make sense

together. The reader

cannot identify a

line of reasoning

and loses interest.

5/6/25, 8:04 AM Assignment 2: Determine how the Police and Courts can Work Better Together to Improve Victims’ Outcomes – CJA230 Intro to Criminal Justice – National University

https://nationalu.brightspace.com/d2l/lms/dropbox/user/folder_submit_files.d2l?db=630441&grpid=0&isprv=&bp=0&ou=108650 2/3

Total / 10

Overall Score

Criteria
Exemplary
2 points

Good
1.6 points

Acceptable
1.4 points

Unacceptable
0 points

Criterion Score

Format / 2

Grammar &

Spelling

/ 2

APA format is used

accurately and

consistently in the

paper and on the

"References"

section; follows APA

guidelines with

regard to

mechanics,

sentence structure,

and word choice.

APA format is used

with minor errors;

follows APA

guidelines with

regard to

mechanics,

sentence structure,

and word choice

with few minor

errors.

There are frequent

errors in APA

format.

Format of the

document is not

recognizable as

APA.

All grammar &

spelling are correct.

Only one or two

errors in spelling &

grammar.

A few grammar

and/or spelling

errors.

Very frequent

grammar and/or

spelling errors.

Level 4
10 points minimum

Level 3
8 points minimum

Level 2
7 points minimum

Level 1
0 points minimum

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Assignment 2: Determine how the Police and Courts can Work Better Together to Improve Victims’ Outcomes

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| Please re-watch the beginning and conclusion of the Youtube Video: <br>_Can our criminal justice sector deliver faster and more positive outcomes for victims?_ https://youtu.be/c3eC_9eqzqA<br> <br>Using your critical thinking in responding to this video and other resources assigned in your libguide, prepare a brief paper that includes the following:  <br>· List and explain at least two positive outcomes for victims. <br>· Include examples to differentiate what the police can do and then what the courts can do.  <br>Length: 3-5 pages, not including title and reference pages.  <br>References: Support your assignment with at least 2 scholarly resources. |

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Assignment 4: Signature Assignment: Interpret the Importance of the Criminal Justice System

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| Your Signature Assignment features six (6) short answer questions.  The purpose of the Signature Assignment is to test your overall course knowledge. The questions are taken from the weekly lectures and Open Educational Resources. Your response to each question should be a minimum of 1-page.  Compile your your brief essay responses together into one document for submission.    <br>1. Explain what the criminal justice system is and its purpose.<br>2. Identify the 3 major components of the criminal justice system, and briefly describe each component’s role within the system. Include examples to support your response.<br>3. Briefly describe the major steps in the criminal justice process from Arrest to Probation or Parole.  <br>4. What is the importance of having diversity, equity, and inclusion incorporated into the employment selection process within law enforcement and the criminal justice system? Include examples to support your rationale.  <br>5. Identify and describe at least two key areas in need of criminal justice reform. What strategies would you recommend?<br>6. What is the importance of preventing police corruption? Provide one case study example of police corruption.  <br>Length: 6-8 pages, not including title and reference pages  <br>References: Support your assignment with at least 3 OER/scholarly resources. |

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Assignment 1: Clarify the Major Steps in the Criminal Justice Process

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| Using the Open Educational Resources (OERs) available, including the OER Textbooks, prepare a brief PowerPoint presentation that discusses and illustrates the major steps in the criminal justice process from beginning to end.   <br>Be sure to begin with police contact-arrest and include each step all the way through to probation or parole. Reflect on what you have learned so far in your assigned readings and the discussion threads to help you get started. Be sure to include brief descriptions of the importance of each step in the process to reflect the greater importance of the criminal justice system. Consider the working relationship between law enforcement, the courts, and the correctional system as you prepare your presentation.  <br>PowerPoint Presentation Helpful Tips:  <br>· Do not include too much text on the slides. This can impact readability. Use the Notes feature to script out talking points or explain the slide in more detail. <br>· Use the 6 x 6 rule: No more than six lines per slide, six words per line. <br>· Think of brief points, avoid writing in a narrative style.  <br>· Use Font size and type that is legible: Arial or Calibri in no smaller than 16-point size. <br>· Illustrations help provide meaning but should add value to what you are communicating.  <br>Length: 6-8 slides, not including title and reference slides.  <br>References: Support your assignment with at least 2 scholarly resources. |

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Assignment 3: Discriminate Between Public and Private Correctional Facilities

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| For this assignment, prepare a chart or table to compare and contrast publicly administered correctional facilities to privately administered correctional facilities. Be sure to include criteria related to how effective and cost-efficient they are in achieving deterrence, rehabilitation, and reintegration. Consider the working relationships these correctional facilities may have with police and the courts. Include examples to support your findings.

Your chart or table may look similar to this:

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| **Criterion** | **Public Administered Facilities** | **Privately Administered Facilities** |
| Criterion 1: Name of criterion | | |
| Criterion 2: Name of criterion | | |

Length: 1 table or chart, not including title and reference pages

References: Support your assignment with at least 2 scholarly resources.

The completed assignment should address all the assignment requirements, exhibit evidence of concept knowledge, and demonstrate thoughtful consideration of the content presented in the course.

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Assignment 3 Rubric
Course: CJA230 Intro to Criminal Justice

Criteria
Exemplary
2.5 points

Good
2 points

Acceptable
1.4 points

Unacceptable
0 points

Criterion Score

Content / 2.5

Writing / 2.5

Balanced presentation

of relevant and

legitimate information

that clearly supports

the central purpose of

the chart/table and

shows a thoughtful

analysis of the topic;

content is specific,

accurate, interesting

and appropriate.

Information provides

reasonable support for

the central purpose of

the chart/table and

displays evidence of a

basic analysis of the

topic.

Information supports a

central purpose at

times but often strays

from purpose. Analysis

is basic or general.

Central purpose is not

clearly identified.

Analysis is vague or

not evident.

The ideas are arranged

logically to support

the chart/table. Ideas

are well organized and

are clearly linked to

each other. The reader

can follow the line of

reasoning.

The ideas are arranged

logically to support

the chart/table. Ideas

are usually clearly

linked to each other.

For the most part, the

reader can follow the

line of reasoning.

In general, the

chart/table is arranged

logically, although

occasionally ideas fail

to make sense

together. The reader is

fairly clear about what

the writer intends.

The writing is not

logically organized.

Frequently, ideas fail

to make sense

together. The reader

cannot identify a line

of reasoning and loses

interest.

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Total / 10

Overall Score

Criteria
Exemplary
2.5 points

Good
2 points

Acceptable
1.4 points

Unacceptable
0 points

Criterion Score

Format / 2.5

Grammar & Spelling / 2.5

The assignment is

properly formatted in

a concise table or

chart.

The assignment is

mostly formatted

properly in a table or

chart.

The assignment is only

partially formatted in a

table or chart.

The work is included

in the required table

or chart format.

All grammar & spelling

are correct.

Only one or two errors

in spelling & grammar.

A few grammar and/or

spelling errors.

Very frequent

grammar and/or

spelling errors.

Level 4
10 points minimum

Level 3
8 points minimum

Level 2
7 points minimum

Level 1
0 points minimum

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Assignment 2 Rubric
Course: CJA230 Intro to Criminal Justice

Criteria
Exemplary
2 points

Good
1.6 points

Acceptable
1.4 points

Unacceptable
0 points

Criterion Score

Purpose / 2The writer's central

purpose or

argument is readily

apparent to the

reader; clear thesis

sentence.

The writing has a

clear purpose or

argument but may

sometimes digress

from it.

The central purpose

or argument is not

consistently clear

throughout the

paper.

The purpose or

argument is

generally unclear.

5/6/25, 8:04 AM Assignment 2: Determine how the Police and Courts can Work Better Together to Improve Victims’ Outcomes – CJA230 Intro to Criminal Justice – National University

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Criteria
Exemplary
2 points

Good
1.6 points

Acceptable
1.4 points

Unacceptable
0 points

Criterion Score

Content / 2

Writing / 2

Balanced

presentation of

relevant and

legitimate

information that

clearly supports a

central purpose or

argument and

shows a thoughtful,

in-depth analysis of

a significant topic;

content is specific,

accurate, interesting

and appropriate.

Information

provides reasonable

support for a central

purpose or

argument and

displays evidence of

a basic analysis of a

significant topic.

Information

supports a central

purpose or

argument at times

but often strays

from purpose.

Analysis is basic or

general

Central purpose or

argument is not

clearly identified.

Analysis is vague or

not evident.

The ideas are

arranged logically to

support the purpose

or argument. Ideas

flow smoothly from

one to another and

are clearly linked to

each other. The

reader can follow

the line of

reasoning.

The ideas are

arranged logically to

support the central

purpose or

argument. Ideas are

usually clearly

linked to each other.

For the most part,

the reader can

follow the line of

reasoning.

In general, the

writing is arranged

logically, although

occasionally ideas

fail to make sense

together. The reader

is fairly clear about

what the writer

intends.

The writing is not

logically organized.

Frequently, ideas

fail to make sense

together. The reader

cannot identify a

line of reasoning

and loses interest.

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Total / 10

Overall Score

Criteria
Exemplary
2 points

Good
1.6 points

Acceptable
1.4 points

Unacceptable
0 points

Criterion Score

Format / 2

Grammar &

Spelling

/ 2

APA format is used

accurately and

consistently in the

paper and on the

"References"

section; follows APA

guidelines with

regard to

mechanics,

sentence structure,

and word choice.

APA format is used

with minor errors;

follows APA

guidelines with

regard to

mechanics,

sentence structure,

and word choice

with few minor

errors.

There are frequent

errors in APA

format.

Format of the

document is not

recognizable as

APA.

All grammar &

spelling are correct.

Only one or two

errors in spelling &

grammar.

A few grammar

and/or spelling

errors.

Very frequent

grammar and/or

spelling errors.

Level 4
10 points minimum

Level 3
8 points minimum

Level 2
7 points minimum

Level 1
0 points minimum

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