Conflict Resolution: Part 2 – Literature and Conceptualization Assignment Instructions
Overview
This Conflict Resolution: Part 2 – Literature and Conceptualization Assignment will, eventually, comprise the second section of your Conflict Resolution: Part 4 – Proposal Assignment. The Conflict Resolution: Part 2 – Literature and Conceptualization Assignment will consist of a thorough review of the literature pertaining to the identified conflict as well as the theoretical orientation you have chosen to conceptualize the conflict dynamic. You should begin this Conflict Resolution: Part 2 – Literature and Conceptualization Assignment by reviewing the salient required texts (you may need to read ahead) for this course and any texts listed in the References Section of this Syllabus. Your articles should all be directly related to the conflict or conceptualization you have chosen. Be certain to appropriately cite all of the sources you use for this assignment. It is essential that the conceptualization you delineate is grounded in the conflict resolution research literature.
Instructions
Items to include are outlined as follows:
· Length of assignment is 12 to 14 pages
o Excluding title page, abstract, reference section, or any extra material
· Format of assignment is the current version of APA
· Number of citations – Minimum guideline is 20 journal articles, 12 of which as recent (past 10 years) peer-reviewed journals
Note: Your assignment will be checked for originality via the Turnitin plagiarism tool.
Textbook
Raines chapter 5-6
Criteria Ratings Points
Content
Premise
50 to >45.0 pts
Advanced
Includes accurate identification of each articles premise, significant points in support of the premise
45 to >41.0 pts
Proficient
Includes accurate identification of each articles premise, importance to the course, significant points in support of the premise, but one or more of them need improvement
41 to >0.0 pts
Developing
One of the following is missing or insufficiently analytical: accurate identification of each articles premise, importance to the course, significant points in support of the premise
0 pts
Not Present
50 pts
Content
Synthesis
50 to >45.0 pts
Advanced
The review contains an accurate, detailed, and well thought out comparison of the salient points of the journal articles
45 to >41.0 pts
Proficient
The review contains comparisons of the salient points of the journal articles. The detail and critical thinking intersection is less defined
41 to >0.0 pts
Developing
The review vaguely links the salient points of the articles and is generally lacking in critical analysis
0 pts
Not Present
50 pts
Content
Evaluation and Support
54 to >49.0 pts
Advanced
Includes critical thinking that clearly states the student’s informed and substantiated opinion, thorough evaluation of the article’s premise, and supporting points. Conceptualization of the theoretical orientation to be used by the student is abundantly clear and grounded.
49 to >44.0 pts
Proficient
Includes critical thinking that clearly states the student’s opinion and some evaluation of the article’s premise and/or arguments but overlooks some points. Additionally, conceptualization of the theoretical orientation to be used by the student is generally clear and grounded.
44 to >0.0 pts
Developing
Student’s opinion of the article is stated, along with critical evaluation of the article’s premise and/or argument, but some significant points are overlooked. Additionally, conceptualization of the theoretical orientation to be used by the student is vague with little grounding.
0 pts
Not Present
54 pts
Conflict Resolution: Part 2 – Literature and Conceptualization Grading Rubric | CJUS830_B01_202140
Criteria Ratings Points
Structure
Mechanics
22 to >19.0 pts
Advanced
No grammar, spelling, or punctuation errors are present. Voice and person are used correctly and consistently. Writing is precise. Word choice is appropriate. Student has proper page count. Twelve to fourteen pages (or more if page count waived by instructor) not including title page, abstract, or reference section.
19 to >17.0 pts
Proficient
Few grammar, spelling, or punctuation errors are present. Voice and person are used correctly. Writing style is sufficient. Word choice is adequate. Student has 70% of the proper page count of twelve pages not including title page, abstract, or reference section.
17 to >0.0 pts
Developing
Several grammar, spelling, or punctuation errors are present. Voice and person are used inconsistently. Writing style is understandable but could be improved. Word choice is generally good. Student has less than 70% of the proper page count of twelve pages not including title page, abstract, or reference section.
0 pts
Not Present
22 pts
Structure
APA Format
22 to >19.0 pts
Advanced
Citations and format are in current APA style. Cover page, abstract, main body, and reference section are correctly formatted. Paper is double spaced with 1 to inch margins and written in 12-point Times New Roman font.
19 to >17.0 pts
Proficient
Citations and format are in current APA style with few errors Cover page, abstract, main body, and reference section are present with few errors. Paper is double spaced with 1 to inch margins and written in 12-point Times New Roman font.
17 to >0.0 pts
Developing
Citations and format are in current APA style though several errors are present. Cover page, abstract, main body, and reference section are included though several errors are present. Paper is double spaced, but margins or fonts are incorrect.
0 pts
Not Present
22 pts
Conflict Resolution: Part 2 – Literature and Conceptualization Grading Rubric | CJUS830_B01_202140
Criteria Ratings Points
Structure
Research Elements
22 to >19.0 pts
Advanced
Academic primary and .gov (when necessary) are used well and include a minimum of 20 citations as listed below. Research may incorporate multiple viewpoints of complex issues. A complete and accurate reference section is provided. Arguments are correctly supported with research. Standard: • A minimum of 20 citations: 12 recent (past 10 years unless waived by professor), relevant, academic (peer reviewed) journals preferred. However, professional journals (no more than 50%) and .gov references may be used for this requirement. Students may use additional sources to support their claims and may use non to academic sources as long as the minimum requirements above are met. Grade the best 20 citations.
19 to >17.0 pts
Proficient
Research is aware of multiple viewpoints of complex issues. Academic primary and .gov (when necessary) are used well and include a minimum of 70% of the required 20 citations as listed below. Research is aware of multiple viewpoints of complex issues. A complete and accurate reference section is provided. Arguments are correctly supported with research. Standard: • A minimum of 20 citations: 12 recent (past 10 years unless waived by professor), relevant, academic (peer reviewed) journals preferred. However, professional journals (no more than 50%) and .gov references may be used for this requirement. Students may use additional sources to support their claims and may use non to academic sources as long as the minimum requirements above are met. Grade the best 20 citations.
17 to >0.0 pts
Developing
1 to 18 Points: Less than 70% of the Academic sources required 20 citations as listed below are used. Reliance on popular sources is evident. Arguments incorporate limited research but often include personal opinion without appropriate support. Sources are, at times, not used appropriately. Research is not aware of multiple viewpoints of complex issues. An incomplete or inaccurate reference section is provided. Standard: • A minimum of 20 citations: 12 recent (past 10 years unless waived by professor), relevant, academic (peer reviewed) journals preferred. However, professional journals (no more than 50%) and .gov references may be used for this requirement. Students may use additional sources to support their claims and may use non to academic sources as long as the minimum requirements above are met. Grade the best 20 citations.
0 pts
Not Present
22 pts
Total Points: 220
Conflict Resolution: Part 2 – Literature and Conceptualization Grading Rubric | CJUS830_B01_202140
