You will be graded primarily on your depth of analysis (how you apply your theories). Also, be sure to use good grammar. Points will be deducted for poor or awkward sentences. Use paragraph transitions as well. What exactly should this essay incorporate?
1. Title page includes your name, CJ 3345, date, and title of paper (does not count as a page).
2. Brief introduction of your crime i.e. case (1/2 page).
3. The defendant and his or her background (1 page).
4. Six theories that attempt to explain “why” (5 pages). You must identify the authors of your theories.
5. Conclusion (1/2 page).
6. References (1/2 page).
*Your essay should be 7-8 double spaced pages.
*Use Times New Roman with a font size of 12 and one inch margins.
*You must use eight references.
*You references and citations must be in APA format.
* You may treat your textbook as one source…others should be academic.
*Worth 100 points (20% of your total grade
