“What inspires you? What concerns you? What do you want to know more about?”
Criminologists are constantly asking questions and searching for ways to mitigate and prevent, reduce criminal events from occurring. Your goal in the individual written portion of the assignment is to choose and examine in detail a crime problem, by answering important questions and introducing new creative strategies/solutions. Then, together with your group you will present an engaging, positive “LISA TALK” for the class to introduce and share your findings.
What is a LISA TALK? Similar to a “TED TALK” video presentation is introduced, where an inspirational conversation is shared about an important issue to share: wisdom, advice, knowledge, and inspiration, in this case our focus is “CRIME”. (we have watched many together in class throughout the CJS program) – TED is a non profit organization, devoted to spreading ideas, usually in the form of short, powerful talks (20 minutes). TED began in 1984 as a conference.
There are no standard templates for presentations. Elements of a good presentation- start with a very compelling, fresh relevant idea, teach us something (NOT EVERYTHING, simple is best), keep the audience engaged throughout, practice, practice, practice (rehearse- together and alone)
See some good example (s) of great talks about crime to help get you started: https://www.ted.com/talks/tracie_keesee_how_police_and_the_public_can_create_safer_neighborhoods_together
https://www.ted.com/talks/alastair_gray_how_fake_handbags_fund_terrorism_and_organized_crime
ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION
Distribution of Grade
Due Dates to follow: Week # 8 – Individual GROUP Outline for Team/ Meeting 5%
Week # 12 – Individual FACTUAL written research essay 20%
Week #12/ 13 – Group Seminar/ Presentation 15%
Total Grade = 40%
Instructions-
- This is a very detailed and specific assignment with several components to complete
- Choose and find a work group 4 students, MAX.
- Select a topic of INTEREST or 2 of your choice from the provided list and confirm with instructors list. NOT MASS MURDER OR SERIAL MURDER
- Only one group can present on each topic.
- All members will complete an individual OUTLINE for the term essay and meet with me together in your group to discuss in week 8 – PLEASE NOTE YOU MUST BE IN ATTENDANCE AT THE MEETING TO RECEIVE MARKS. Be prepared to answer questions and provide evidence you have visited Sheridan’s Library ie- Databases, EBooks, and Journal Articles, news paper article, which will only be used in this meeting not overall paper.
- Each group member will write and submit a FACTUAL (no personal opinions) RESEARCH term paper on your chosen topic DO NOT write in first person using I or my…NO SUBTITLTES/ headings. NO rhetorical questions asked in paper, do not use your chosen article for discussion in this portion of the paper
- Present your topic in class WEEK 12/13 we may have to start in week 11 depending on the number of groups (a Sign- up sheet will be distributed in class for scheduling of presentations)[unique_solution]
Part #2
20% Individual Written Research Term Assignment: each person must write and submit their own individual paper following all APA specific guidelines. Can be quantitative or qualitative research. BUT must be research not opinion based….
WILL INCLUDE: goal of the paper (explaining the crime problem), description of topic/ crime/ risk to society, (history) literature review including current statistics, description of crime prevention strategy (Situational Crime prevention, Crime Prevention through environmental design)
- Use the cover page and honesty declaration PROVIDED instead of creating an original title page
- Typed double spaced, page number at bottom, following all APA guidelines
- No bullet points, all ideas must be fully explained in complete sentence/paragraph form
- 5 – max.10 pages double spaced, do not use/mention the article strictly a research paper
- Source Materials – Siegel, Brown and Hoffman (or other criminology textbook) + two external sources (books, journals, databases etc.) Only one of the two external sources can be internet based.
- Use Standardized Method (e.g. APA) to cite sources/Ideas not your own
Academic Dishonesty- Evidence of plagiarism is unacceptable and will be graded as a zero (see Sheridan’s Academic Honesty Policy for further details)
PART #3
15% Creative, interactive “LISA TALK” group presentation/seminar:
NO DEATH BY POWER POINT allowed, (have only 5 slides if any are NEEDED)
No reading from notes, cue cards permitted. Try something new… “news broadcast interview individuals in the field, … etc.”
- Create a disclaimer form for all individual participants that agree to be filmed
- Presentation should be approx. 20 minutes in length (no more)
- Interactive learning lesson NO KAHOOT games or formal power points.
- All group members MUST participate equally in presentation and be present at all stages of preparation
- All group members MUST be in attendance during presentation to receive marks. Failure for a group member to attend the presentation will result in a mark of zero 0.
Possible Topics: These are only possible topics to get you started. If you have something else in mind and want to choose something else please confirm with the instructor beforehand.
Only 1 area of interest per class/ group
Crimes against Persons – violent crime module
- NO MURDER
- Assault
- Sex/Human trafficking
- Sexual Assault
- Date Rape, Stranger Rape, Workplace sexual harassment
- Pedophilia
- Criminal Harassment (Stalking, Swarming, School Hazing, bullying)
- International/Domestic Terrorism
Crimes against Property
- Robbery
- Break and Enter
- Auto Theft
- Gas and Dash theft
- Fraud or Friendly Fraud
- Identity theft
- Counterfeiting
- Organized Crime – Sicilian mafia, motorcycle gangs, Chinese gangs, etc.
- White Collar Crime
- Vandalism, littering
- Pickpocketing
21st Century Crimes
- Cyber criminals-Cybercrime technology crime, viruses
- Criminal Hacking -cyber warfare
- Human Trafficking, prostitution
- Drug Trafficking
- Trafficking contraband/counterfeit goods
- Financial Crimes Big Business Companies
Other Crimes & Crimes against Humanity
- Corporate Crime
- Drugs – Opioids, prescription medication,
- Animal cruelty – pet shops, factory farming/meat industry, entertainment industry
- Political persecution Human Rights violations
- Political corruption
- Driving offences – street racing/ speeding, drinking and driving, distracted driving, pedestrian fatalities
- Smuggling goods
- Hijacking
- Environmental Crimes- Pollution, exploitation
NAME:
Major Written Assignment (20%) RUBRIC
| Key Measure | Excellent=4 | Adequate=2 | Weak=0 |
| Introduction-Describe Topic of Interest | Clear and very specific Identification/history of the chosen topic.
| Description of the topic is identified but lacking any detail.
| Description of the topic is not fully identified as well as insufficient detail Rhetorical questions asked
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| Literature review – Current Statistics No mention of article from meeting
| Strong ability to demonstrate current trends and statistics of the chosen topic. Excellent analysis in taking a stance as to whether rates are increasing, decreasing or remaining stable. | Limited ability to demonstrate current trends and statistics of the chosen topic with limited detail. Good analysis in outlining how the crime trend is progressing. | Does not demonstrate current trends and statistics of the chosen topic. Poor analysis in outlining how the crime trend is progressing. |
| Societal difficulties/ challenges associated with your topic
| Clear and very specific identification of the difficulties/ challenges associated with this topic. Two or more examples are used to support the response.
| The difficulties/ challenges associated with this topic are identified but lacking any detail. One example is used to support the response.
| The difficulties/ challenges associated with this topic are not fully identified with insufficient detail. No examples are used to support the response.
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- Provide creative, viable crime prevention solution (s) or recommendations using theoretical perceptive that address your topic of interest/ crime.
| Key Measure | Excellent=6 | Adequate=3 | Weak=0 |
| Explain what is crime prevention?
Provide viable solutions or recommendations that address your topic of interest/ crime. | Detailed description/ explanation
Excellent detailed analysis of viable solutions or recommendations (two or more) that address the crime | Sparse explanation
Good analysis of viable solutions or recommendations (one) that address the crime. Limited detail. | Missing. No description provided
Poor analysis of solutions or recommendations that do not adequately address the crime |
Overall writing: grammar, spelling, APA referencing, etc.
| Key Measure | Excellent=4 | Adequate=2 | Weak=0 |
| Provided Title Page & Honesty declaration page used
Grammar, Spelling
APA Referencing/ Bibliography correct | ü
Clear of grammatical and spelling errors. Includes cover page, headings, subheadings etc. Appropriate referencing techniques used and a bibliography included | ü
A few grammatical and spelling errors (3-5). Includes cover page, headings, subheadings etc. Good formatting/ referencing with a few missing elements. | X
A considerable number of grammatical and spelling errors (6 or more) Poor formatting/ referencing with many missing elements. |
#3 PRESENTATION RUBRIC
Individual Student NAME: Presentation/ Discussion – 15%
A copy of this form/RUBRIC is to be brought by each member of the group
Lots of practice is required. Come prepared!
- Introduction of group members & topic /2
- Interesting description of topic (story or social problem)
- What question are you hoping to answer? Identified NOT identified
- Explain history, current statistics on topic
- Societal Difficulties/ Challenges associated with this topic (costs, risks)
- Introduction / description of application of theoretical perspective used
- Identify and justify the many reasons of “why” the crime is committed.
- Provide at least 2 causes of why this crime occurred. /2
- Provide viable solutions/strategies/ recommendations that address your topic of interest/ crime. / 3
- NEW, Unique, creative ideas are explored not typical current day solutions, something NEW is learned by prof.
- Interactive discussion/ Class Activity / 3
- Questions posed is thoughtful
- Class Activity generates greater understanding
- Creativity/Visual Aids / 2
- NO POWER POINT presentations
- Students use a variety of creative innovative visual materials
- Visual aids are clear and easy to read
- If video is used only used for 5 minutes in total
- Presentation Timing (20 minutes) /1
- Presentation is well timed START TIME: COMPLETED
- Presentation follows a logical sequence
- Overall impression re: work effort Excellent Good Improvement required
- Original questions and comments /1
- Students are able to maturely and clearly answer questions posed
- Students are able to continue to apply theory when answering questions
- There are no questions /interaction /0
- Individual posture and group stance / interaction 1
- Students are not grouped around podium
- No chewing gum, hands in pockets, fidgeting
Individual name Names of group members:
TERM OUTLINE Instructions:
- Each person will complete and BRING a copy of this completed OUTLINE for the term project and meet with me as a group to discuss.
- Be prepared to show your individual work and discuss your individual article in length
- WEEK 8 – PLEASE NOTE YOU MUST BE IN ATTENDANCE AT THE MEETING TO RECEIVE MARKS.
- Be prepared to answer questions and provide evidence you have visited Sheridan’s Library ie- Databases, E books, and Journal Articles
Create a log and record all Group meeting dates, length of meetings and locations:
| 1) Choose a Topic of Interest- Outline the following: (1 mark) |
| a. Identify the crime problem i.e. “car theft” (_________________) b. Describe Topic of Interest in a full paragraph (what is it you will be analysing?) c. NEXT Paragraph= Conduct Literature Review / use current Canadian statistics d. Societal difficulties/ challenges associated with this topic e. APA sources used thus far at least 3 listed using proper APA format |
| 2) Each person will choose/find one real life Canadian criminal event that describes the topic-event article to discuss at meeting and will examine the following: (2 marks) This is only to be discussed and referenced in this meeting not the overall written paper a. Explain/Describe the elements of the criminal event- the Precursor, Transaction, Aftermath
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| 3) Provide a few potential viable solutions or recommendations that address your topic of interest/ crime. Crime Prevention strategies (1 mark) |
Assignment Cover Sheet (no additional title page required)
| Project Title:
Student Name: Student #:
Course Code: SOCS 23270
Course Name: Applied Criminology
Course Convenor: Prof. Lisa Baxter
Date: |
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DECLARATION
I, (print name)_________________________ hereby certify that this assignment is my own work, based on my personal study and or research. I have acknowledged all material and sources used in preparation of this assignment whether they be: books, articles, reports or lecture notes or any other document or personal communication.
I also certify that that this assignment has not been submitted for assessment in any other subject or at any other time in the same subject and that I have not copied in part or in whole or otherwise plagiarized the work of other students or persons.
Print name & sign: ________________________________________
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