What makes a Criminal? (Essay)Pick two criminals that have committed the same type of crime, one from the United States and one from a different country; give a brief background or insight into the cases, and then apply2-3 criminological theories that can be utilized to explain both of their crimes.Your paper should be 6-8 pages in length (excluding the cover page and references page) and conform to CSU-Global Guide to Writing and APA (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.. Include at least two scholarly references in addition to the course textbook. The CSU-Global Library is a good place to find these references.CriteriaRatingsPtsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeRequirements30.0 to >24.0 ptsMeets ExpectationThe Portfolio includes all of the required components, as specified in the assignment.24.0 to >18.0 ptsApproaches ExpectationThe Portfolio includes most of the required components, as specified in the assignment.18.0 to >12.0 ptsBelow ExpectationThe Portfolio includes some of the required components, as specified in the assignment.12.0 to >0 ptsLimited EvidenceThe Portfolio includes few of the required components, as specified in the assignment.30.0 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent40.0 to >32.0 ptsMeets ExpectationDemonstrates strong or adequate knowledge of Criminological Theories; correctly represents knowledge from the readings and sources.32.0 to >24.0 ptsApproaches ExpectationSome significant but not major errors or omissions in demonstration of knowledge.24.0 to >16.0 ptsBelow ExpectationMajor errors or omissions in demonstration of knowledge.16.0 to >0 ptsLimited EvidenceFails to demonstrate knowledge of the materials.40.0 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent #140.0 to >32.0 ptsMeets ExpectationStudent picked two criminals/one for the United States, one from another country.32.0 to >24.0 ptsApproaches ExpectationStudent picked two criminals as required, but not all expectations were met.24.0 to >16.0 ptsBelow ExpectationStudent analyzed one criminal within specified component.16.0 to >0 ptsLimited EvidenceStudent did not pick two credible criminals for assignment.40.0 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent #240.0 to >32.0 ptsMeets ExpectationStudent provided a summary of both criminals, one from the United States, one from another country.32.0 to >24.0 ptsApproaches ExpectationStudent provided a summary of both criminals, however, needed to be more in depth.24.0 to >16.0 ptsBelow ExpectationStudent provided a minimal summary of both criminals.16.0 to >0 ptsLimited EvidenceStudent did not provide a summary of both criminals.40.0 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCritical Analysis50.0 to >40.0 ptsMeets ExpectationStudent strongly applied 2-3 criminological theories to both criminals.40.0 to >30.0 ptsApproaches ExpectationStudent minimally applied 2 criminological theories towards both criminals.30.0 to >20.0 ptsBelow ExpectationStudent applied 1 criminological theory to both criminals.20.0 to >0 ptsLimited EvidenceStudent did not apply criminological theory.50.0 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSources30.0 to >24.0 ptsMeets ExpectationCites and integrates at least two credible sources in addition to the textbook.24.0 to >18.0 ptsApproaches ExpectationCites and integrates one credible source in addition to the textbook.18.0 to >12.0 ptsBelow ExpectationCites and integrates the textbook only.12.0 to >0 ptsLimited EvidenceCites and integrates no credible sources.30.0 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeApplication of Source Material30.0 to >24.0 ptsMeets ExpectationSources well or adequately chosen to provide substance and perspectives on the issue; knowledge from the course linked properly to source material.24.0 to >18.0 ptsApproaches ExpectationSome significant but not major problems with selection and linkage of sources.18.0 to >12.0 ptsBelow ExpectationMajor problems with selection and linkage of sources.12.0 to >0 ptsLimited EvidenceSource selection is seriously flawed; no linkage to knowledge from the course.30.0 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOrganization20.0 to >16.0 ptsMeets ExpectationProject is clearly organized, well written, and in proper essay format including an introduction, body, and conclusion. Conforms to project requirements.16.0 to >12.0 ptsApproaches ExpectationSmall number of significant but not major flaws in organization and writing; is in proper essay format. In a minor way does not conform to project requirements.12.0 to >8.0 ptsBelow ExpectationMajor problems in organization and writing; does not completely follow proper essay format. In a significant way does not conform to project requirements.8.0 to >0 ptsLimited EvidenceProject is not well organized or well written and is not in proper essay format. Does not conform to project requirements.20.0 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeGrammar and Style20.0 to >16.0 ptsMeets ExpectationStrong sentence and paragraph structure; few or no minor errors in grammar and spelling; appropriate writing style; clear and concise with no unsupported comments.16.0 to >12.0 ptsApproaches ExpectationSmall number of significant but not major errors in grammar and spelling; generally appropriate writing.12.0 to >8.0 ptsBelow ExpectationInconsistent to inadequate sentence and paragraph development; work needed on grammar and spelling; does not meet program expectations.8.0 to >0 ptsLimited EvidencePoor quality; unacceptable in terms of grammar and/or spelling; inappropriate writing style that interferes with clarity.20.0 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDemonstrates proper use of APA style30.0 to >24.0 ptsMeets ExpectationProject contains proper APA formatting, according to the CSU-Global Guide to Writing and APA, with no more than one significant error.24.0 to >18.0 ptsApproaches ExpectationFew errors in APA formatting, according to the CSU-Global Guide to Writing and APA, with no more than two to three significant errors.18.0 to >12.0 ptsBelow ExpectationSignificant errors in APA formatting, according to the CSU-Global Guide to Writing and APA, with four to five significant errors.12.0 to >0 ptsLimited EvidenceNumerous errors in APA formatting, according to the CSU-Global Guide to Writing and APA, with more than five significant errors.30.0 ptsTotal Points: 330.0
