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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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**## 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.
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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.
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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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| 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
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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.
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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**## Assignment1INSTRUCTIONS.docx**
Assignment 1: Clarify the Major Steps in the Criminal Justice Process
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| Instructions | |
| 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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**## 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
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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.
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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