Good afternoon class,
I want to take a moment to clarify expectations for the upcoming assignment so that everyone is aligned before beginning.
This assignment is a formal class research paper, and your work should reflect college-level writing, organization, and analysis. The expectations for the paper are fully outlined in the scoring rubric, which you should review carefully before you begin drafting. The rubric details how you will be evaluated across all major components, including your thesis, introduction, body development, organization, conclusion, mechanics, and use of sources .
Topic Requirement
Your paper must focus on Alternatives to Incarceration. This means you should explore approaches such as diversion programs, rehabilitation strategies, restorative justice, community-based corrections, or other evidence-based practices that serve as substitutes for traditional incarceration.Perspectives on Community-Based Corrections
ISBN: 9780197607336
Authors: Justin C. Medina, Jillian L. Eidson
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Publication Date: 2024-01-01
Key Expectations to Keep in Mind
- 10 Page Class Paper Assignments (25%). Title, Abstract, and Reference pages do not count as pages. APA Style Paper Required
- Your paper should include a clear, focused thesis statement that guides your analysis.
- The introduction should establish the topic and preview your structure.
- The body paragraphs must be well-developed, using research and supporting evidence.
- You are expected to demonstrate strong organization and logical flow throughout the paper.
- A conclusion should restate your thesis and synthesize your findings.
- Proper APA formatting is required, including both in-text citations and a reference page.
- You should incorporate a substantial number of scholarly sources (journal articles and/or academic books).Exceeds StandardAPA correct format with no errors. Do all your references have intext citations?Includes 15 journal articles and/or books.
Additional Suggestions
- Begin your research early and focus on peer-reviewed academic sources rather than general websites.
- Make sure your topic is specific enough (for example, instead of alternatives to incarceration, you might focus on the effectiveness of drug courts or restorative justice in juvenile systems).
- Use the rubric as a checklist while writing, not just after you finish.
- Pay close attention to grammar, sentence structure, and clarity, as these are graded components.
- If you are unsure about your topic or direction, reach out early for feedback.
If you follow the rubric closely and stay within the assigned topic, you will be on the right track.
10 Page Research Paper Rubric
10 Page Research Paper Rubric
| Criteria |
Ratings |
Pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeTitle Page
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10 to >8.0 ptsExceeds StandardTitle Your Name, Teachers Name, Course Name, Date, and neatly finished-no errors.8 to >7.0 ptsMeets StandardEvidence of five items, but with errors.
7 to >6.0 ptsNearly Meets StandardEvidence of four items6 to >5.0 ptsDoes Not Meet StandardEvidence of 3 items.5 to >0 ptsNo EvidenceEvidence of 2 or less items or title page is missing. |
10 pts
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeThesis Statement
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10 to >8.0 ptsExceeds StandardClearly and concisely states the paper’s purpose in a single sentence, which is engaging, and the thought provoking.8 to >7.0 ptsMeets StandardClearly states the paper’s purpose in a single sentence.
7 to >6.0 ptsNearly Meets StandardStates the paper’s purpose in a single sentence.6 to >5.0 ptsDoes Not Meet StandardIncomplete, unclear, or unfocused.5 to >0 ptsNo EvidenceNo evidence of a thesis statement. |
10 pts
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIntroduction
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10 to >8.0 ptsExceeds StandardThe introduction is engaging, states the main topic and previews the structure of the paper.8 to >7.0 ptsMeets StandardThe introduction states the main topic and previews the structure of the paper.
7 to >6.0 ptsNearly Meets StandardThe introduction states the main topic, but does not adequately preview the structure of the paper.6 to >5.0 ptsDoes Not Meet StandardThe introduction states the main topic with few sentences and the structure of the paper is missing.5 to >0 ptsNo EvidenceNo evidence of an introduction section. |
10 pts
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeBody
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10 to >8.0 ptsExceeds StandardAll paragraphs have thoughtful supporting detail sentences that develop the main idea.8 to >7.0 ptsMeets StandardMany paragraphs have supporting detail sentences that develop the main idea.
7 to >6.0 ptsNearly Meets StandardSome paragraphs have supporting detail sentences that develop the main idea.6 to >5.0 ptsDoes Not Meet StandardFew paragraphs have supporting detail sentences that develop the main idea.5 to >0 ptsNo EvidenceEach paragraph fails to develop the main idea and difficult to read because of grammar, mechanics, and usage errors. |
10 pts
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOrganization-Structural Development of the Idea
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10 to >8.0 ptsExceeds StandardWriter demonstrates logical and subtle sequencing of ideas through well-developed paragraphs; transitions are used to enhance organization.8 to >7.0 ptsMeets StandardParagraph development present but not perfected.
7 to >6.0 ptsNearly Meets StandardLogical organization; organization of ideas not fully developed.6 to >5.0 ptsDoes Not Meet StandardLittle evidence of structure or organization.5 to >0 ptsNo EvidenceNo evidence of structure or organization. |
10 pts
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeConclusion
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10 to >8.0 ptsExceeds StandardThe conclusion is engaging and restates the thesis.8 to >7.0 ptsMeets StandardThe conclusion restates the thesis.
7 to >6.0 ptsNearly Meets StandardThe conclusion does not adequately restate the thesis.6 to >5.0 ptsDoes Not Meet StandardIncomplete, unclear, or unfocused.5 to >0 ptsNo EvidenceNo evidence of a conclusion section. |
10 pts
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMechanics
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10 to >8.0 ptsExceeds StandardNo errors in punctuation, capitalization and spelling.8 to >7.0 ptsMeets StandardFew errors in punctuation, capitalization and spelling.
7 to >6.0 ptsNearly Meets StandardSome errors in punctuation, capitalization and spelling.6 to >5.0 ptsDoes Not Meet StandardMany errors in punctuation, capitalization and spelling.5 to >0 ptsNo EvidenceMany and distracting errors in… spelling. |
10 pts
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeUsage
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10 to >8.0 ptsExceeds StandardNo errors sentence structure and word usage.8 to >7.0 ptsMeets StandardFew errors in sentence structure and word usage.
7 to >6.0 ptsNearly Meets StandardSome errors in sentence structure and word usage.6 to >5.0 ptsDoes Not Meet StandardMany errors in sentence structure and word usage.5 to >0 ptsNo EvidenceMany and distracting errors in…usage. |
10 pts
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCitation
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10 to >8.0 ptsExceeds StandardAll works cited are listed in the reference section, and are done in the correct format with no errors.8 to >7.0 ptsMeets StandardMany works cited are listed in the reference section, and are done in the correct format with no errors.
7 to >6.0 ptsNearly Meets StandardSome works are cited listed in the reference section, and are done in the correct format with no errors.6 to >5.0 ptsDoes Not Meet StandardFew works cited are listed in the reference section, and are done in the correct format with errors.5 to >0 ptsNo EvidenceNo Citations or few works cited…with errors. |
10 pts
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeReference
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10 to >8.0 pts Exceeds StandardAPA correct format with no errors. Do all your references have intext citations?Includes 15 journal articles and/or books.8 to >7.0 ptsMeets StandardAPA correct format with few errors. Do all your references have intext citations?Includes 14-12 journal articles and/or books.
7 to >6.0 ptsNearly Meets StandardAPA correct format with some errors. Do all your references have intext citations?Includes 11-10 journal articles and/or books.6 to >5.0 ptsDoes Not Meet StandardAPA correct format with many errors. Do all your references have intext citations?Includes 9- 5 journal articles and/or books.5 to >0 ptsNo EvidenceNo reference section.Do all your references have intext citations?Includes 4-1 journal articles and/ |
10 pts
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