Analyze The Case Study

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Analyze the case study The Expansion of Human Services in Allegheny County, 1968-95, pages 145 – 164 of the text. Your written assignment analysis essay must address the following questions:

 

• Explain how the case study offered support for or against the: (a) the rational model; (b) the political model; and (c) the policy process model.

• Which elements of the three-stage Cobb and Elder model on agenda setting could you identify in the case study?

• Explain how Kingdon’s “three streams” model of the policy process sheds light on how human service policy developed in Allegheny County.

• Your paper must be written at the graduate level and cited properly according to APA style guidelines.

 

Your narrative should go beyond the obvious and be written at a graduate level. Your paper should be no less than 1,200 words and no more than 2,500 words. Any sources including but not limited to journals, magazine, and/or books must be properly cited using the APA style. Click here to view the scoring rubric for the assignment.

Case Study Analysis Grading Rubric

Criteria

Ratings

Not Achieved Novice Basic Proficient Exceptional

0 1 2 3 4

Provided a brief

background description

of the situation that is

being examined.

Did not provide a brief background description of the situation that is being examined.

Provided a brief summary that did not adequately describe the depth of the situation.

Provided a brief background description of the situation that is being examined.

Provided a brief background description of the situation that is being examined and framed the key issues.

Provided a brief background description of the situation that is being examined and framed the key issues in relation to the participants and stakeholders involved.

Identified possible

contributory factors or

root causes of the

problems.

 

Did not Identify the possible contributory factors or root causes.

Identified some of the possible contributory factors, but missed the most obvious or critical ones.

Identified possible contributory factors or root causes of the problems.

Identified possible contributory factors or root causes of the problems consistent with the key issues previously identified.

Identified many contributory factors or root causes of the problems consistent with the key issues previously identified, and noted the interdependencies between those factors.

Analyzed contributory

factors and determined

lessons learned and best

practices.

 

Did not analyze any contributory factors.

Analyzed some

contributory

factors, but did not

determine lessons

learned or best

practices.

 

Analyzed contributory factors and determined lessons learned and best practices.

Analyzed contributory factors and determined lessons learned and best practices. Considered one or more possible outcomes.

Analyzed a number of

contributory factors. Used an

analytical approach that

considers either risk analysis,

cost-benefit analysis, or SWOT

analysis (strengths, weaknesses,

opportunities, and threats).

Offered

recommendations or

practical courses of

action based on the

conclusions of the

analysis.

 

Did not offer any recommendations or practical courses of action based on the conclusions of the analysis.

Offered recommendations that were not practical, or were not in alignment with the factors in the case study.

Offered recommendations or practical courses of action based on the conclusions of the analysis.

Offered

recommendations or

practical courses of

action based on the

conclusions of the

analysis. Considered

possible barriers to

implementation and

ways to overcome

them.

Offered recommendations or

practical courses of action based

on the conclusions of the

analysis. Considered possible

barriers to implementation and

ways to overcome them.

Considered the potential

ramifications associated with

the recommended courses of

action.

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Submitted a well written product using proper terminology, grammar, and sentence structure.

Submitted a very poor written product that does not meet the minimum standards of a college scholastic work.

Submitted a poorly written product containing numerous grammatical errors, poor syntax, and inappropriate terminology.

Submitted a well written product using proper terminology, grammar, and sentence structure.

Submitted a well written product using proper terminology, grammar, and sentence structure with no, or very few errors.

Submitted an outstanding written product using proper terminology, grammar, and sentence structure with no errors. Avoided very long paragraphs and were logically divided. The syntax and tone of the narrative was consistent throughout the work.

Total Points =

Total Maximum Points = 20

 

 

Conversion Table (from 20 point scale to a 25 point scale)

Rubric Score Percentage Gradebook Score

20 100 50

19 95 48

18 90 45

17 85 43

16 80 40

15 75 38

14 70 35

13 65 33

12 60 30

11 55 28

10 50 25

9 45 23

8 40 20

7 35 18

6 30 15

5 25 13

4 20 10

3 15 8

2 10 5

1 5 1

0 0 0

SYSTEMIC ISSUES IN PRISON PAPER

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Formative Guidelines and Rubric5.html

Overview

In this assignment, you will explore systemic issues in a prison.

Prompt

Using the Module Five Assignment Template, complete the following:

First, identify three systemic issues you would like to explore further. Then, choose a prison you would like to explore further and address each of the following questions for each of the systemic issues you have chosen. Be sure to use evidence from the resources to support your answers to these questions.

  • How are these systemic issues handled in the prison you have chosen?
  • What changes have been made to lessen the effects of these issues?

Finally, consider your personal approach to the purpose of punishment.

  • What could be done to lessen or positively impact the identified systemic issues?

Specifically, the following rubric criteria must be addressed:

  • Identify systemic issues.
  • Explain how systemic issues are handled in this prison.
  • Describe changes that could be made to lessen systemic issues.
  • Justify ways to lessen systemic issues.

Guidelines for Submission

This assignment must be completed using the provided template. Any references should be cited in APA style. Consult the Shapiro Library APA Style Guide for more information on citations.

Module Five Assignment Rubric

Criteria Exemplary (100%) Proficient (85%) Needs Improvement (55%) Not Evident (0%) Value
Articulation of Response Exceeds proficiency in an exceptionally clear, insightful, sophisticated, or creative manner Clearly conveys meaning with correct grammar, sentence structure, and spelling Shows progress toward proficiency, but with errors in grammar, sentence structure, and spelling Submission has critical errors in grammar, sentence structure, and spelling 10
Systemic Issues N/A Identifies systemic issues N/A Does not attempt criterion 10
How Issues are Handled Exceeds proficiency in an exceptionally clear, insightful, sophisticated, or creative manner Explains how systemic issues are handled in this prison Shows progress toward proficiency, but with errors or omissions; areas for improvement may include explaining how systemic issues are handled with research or evidence to support claims Does not attempt criterion 25
Changes That Can Be Made Exceeds proficiency in an exceptionally clear, insightful, sophisticated, or creative manner Describes changes that could be made to lessen systemic issues Shows progress toward proficiency, but with errors or omissions; areas for improvement may include describing changes that could be made or describing changes that could lessen systemic issues, or describing changes using research or evidence to support rationale Does not attempt criterion 25
Personal Approach Exceeds proficiency in an exceptionally clear, insightful, sophisticated, or creative manner Justifies ways to lessen systemic issues Shows progress toward proficiency, but with errors or omissions; areas for improvement may include justifying ways of lessening systemic issues to align with personal approach to punishment Does not attempt criterion 25
Citations and Attributions Attributes sources where applicable using citation methods with very few minor errors Uses citation for ideas requiring attribution Attributes sources where applicable, but with major errors Does not attribute sources where applicable 5
Total: 100%

Course Documents/CJ 210 Module Five Assignment Template.docx

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CJ 210 Module Five Assignment Template Systemic Issues in Prisons

 

Complete this template by replacing the bracketed text with the relevant information. Be sure to cite all references in APA style.

 

Systemic Issues

Systemic Issue How are these systemic issues handled in the prison you have chosen?

(75–100 words each)

 What changes could be made to lessen the effects of these issues?

(100–150 words)
[Insert text.] [Insert text.] [Insert text.]
[Insert text.] [Insert text.] [Insert text.]
[Insert text.] [Insert text.] [Insert text.]

 

Personal Approach

[In 100 to 150 words, discuss your personal approach to the purpose of punishment.]

 

References

[Cite your sources in APA style.]

Crime Scene Investigation Management Analysis: JonBenet Ramsey

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The final project for this course is an analysis of a crime scene investigation that was conducted concerning the death of JonBenet Ramsey in Boulder, Colorado. The purpose of the Crime Scene Investigation Management Analysis is for you to apply and demonstrate the learning achieved in the course by analyzing the work done by crime scene investigators. Determine what could and/or should have been done better and acknowledge what was done well. For this assignment, you will take on the role of an experienced and highly regarded investigator who has been called upon to present a Crime Scene Management and Investigation class at the police academy.

The Scenario:

The body of 6-year-old JonBenet Ramsey was found in the basement of the family home on December 26, 1996. The murder and subsequent investigation remain mired in controversy. One arrest was made in the case when a known pedophile confessed to the crime. All charges against him were subsequently dismissed. The case remains unsolved.

Case Summary:

On the morning of December 26, 1996, the mother of JonBenet Ramsey found a ransom note on a stairway in the family home in Boulder, Colorado. The handwritten note stated JonBenet had been kidnapped and demanded a ransom. After telephoning close friends, notification was made to the Boulder Police Department. Upon arrival, responding officers found the family and several family friends inside the home. The ransom note was reviewed and officers and family anticipated a telephone call from the kidnappers. A detective was summoned and arrived to oversee the investigation. When no call had been received from the kidnappers after a few hours, a police officer and JonBenet’s father began to search the home. JonBenet’s body was found in a locked storage room in the basement.

Assignment:

Prior to completing this assignment, review Chapter 6 (Dutelle, 2016), the required resources for this week, and any other resources that will aid you in conducting an analysis of the management and investigation of the crime scene of the death of JonBenet Ramsey. The following elements must be included:

  • Explain how to process and retrieve trace evidence. Summarize what trace evidence was collected at the scene and what trace evidence might have been altered or destroyed due to crime scene management issues.
  • Evaluate the accepted methodologies employed in contemporary crime scene management relative to how these methodologies were or were not adhered to in this case and the impact that they had on the investigation and make recommendations based on that evaluation that could have been applied to this case.
  • Analyze how the management techniques utilized and not utilized at the crime scene impacted judicial expectations and requirements relative to the admittance of evidence collected by forensic crime scene investigators.
  • Evaluate at least one specialized method used in the investigation and describe the methodology used and its impact on the investigation.
  • Examine judicial expectations and requirements relative to the admittance of evidence collected by forensic crime scene investigators.
  • Analyze how the management of the crime scene impacts the potential admissibility of forensic crime scene evidence in any potential criminal proceedings in this case.
  • Analyze whether the methods used to retrieve and process the evidence would meet the standard for admissibility in court today.

The Crime Scene Investigation Management Analysis:

  • Must be 10 double-spaced pages in length (not including title and references pages) and formatted according to APA style
  • Must include a separate title page with the following
  • Must use at least eight scholarly sources in addition to the course text.
  • Must document all sources in APA style
  • Must include a separate references page that is formatted according to APA style
  • Please attached annotated bibliography which will help

    Running head: JONBENET RAMSEY MURDER CASE 1

    JONBENET RAMSEY MURDER CASE 4

    JonBenet Ramsey Murder Case

    Janelle Dean

    CRJ 632: Crime Scene Investigation & Management

    Professor Marquice Robinson

    March 26th, 2018

    JonBenet Ramsey Murder Case and Crime Scene Management Analysis Annotated Bibliography

    “What Is Touch DNA?” 2018. Scientific American. https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/experts-touch-dna-jonbenet-ramsey/.

    This particular article has been able to vividly show how trace evidence can be obtained from this particular murder case. To start with, the police used the ‘touch DNA’ technique. The use of this aspect can lead to a number of unanswered question pertaining this particular death. For instance, the use of this technique did not require the use of any blood sample or any semen sample. The main concerns of this methodology focus on the aspect of whether there is the existence of seven to eight layers of the cell skin on the victim. Putting into consideration the existence of layers of skin on the victim was a big blow to the investigation since there is important evidence that could have been left out due to this aspect (“What Is Touch DNA?” 2018).

    “The Investigation”. 2018. Crime + Investigation. http://www.crimeandinvestigation.co.uk/crime-files/jonbenet-ramsey/investigation.

    This article points out that there were a number of clues that were found to in her autopsy that suggested otherwise about the death of JonBenet. To start with the fact that the house was not treated as a crime scene after the death of a JonBenet interfered with the investigation procedures. It is evident that family members were allowed to walk into and outside the house despite that the fact that the disappearance of JonBenet had occurred inside the house. Therefore the movement of people inside and outside the house interfered with the evidence that could have been used to handle this case. Moreover, the aspect that John Ramsey was the one who found the body of her daughter was also suspicious because after long hours of search he was the one who found her daughter in the basement. Additionally, the fact that the ransom note demanded a ransom of $118000 also raises questions since this the same amount of money that John Ramsey had gotten from work as his bonus. Moreover, the fact that he stomach was found to contain undigested pineapples shows that she had eaten shortly before her death. Both parents denied feeding her anything before she slept. This shows that she was lured into eating before her death. Furthermore, the fingerprints of her brother were found in the bowl and this also led to more questions when it came to the concerns surrounding this mysterious death (“The Investigation” 2018).

    “Four Pieces Of Evidence In The Jonbenét Ramsey Case That Just Don’t Fit | The Forensic Outreach Library”. 2018. Forensicoutreach.Com. http://forensicoutreach.com/library/four-pieces-of-evidence-in-the-jonbenet-ramsey-case-that-just-dont-fit/.

    There are a number of accepted forensic techniques that were relative to this death. It is evident that JonBenet’s mother could have been the one who wrote the ransom note, this is because the investigations show that she may have tried to adjust her handwriting during the collection of evidence. Moreover, the forensics also show that the murderer could have been a person from outside because the stain found in JonBenet’s panties did not match any of her family members DNA. Therefore the existence of this DNA material that could not be accounted for raises the idea that the murder could have been committed by an individual who was not a family member (“Four Pieces Of Evidence In The Jonbenét Ramsey Case That Just Don’t Fit | The Forensic Outreach Library” 2018).

    “Experts: Conviction A Long Shot In JonBenet Ramsey Case – The Denver Post”. 2018. Denverpost.Com. https://www.denverpost.com/1999/10/17/jonbenet-ramsey-case-experts-conviction-long-shot/.

    There are a number expectations and requirements relative to the admittance of evidence collected by the forensic crime scene investigators that related to this case that were required by the judiciary in order to make a ruling on this case. For instance, it is evident that Patsy tried to change her handwriting during the handwriting test. This can be seen by the fact that she chose to write the ransom demanded in words rather than in figures as it had appeared before. Moreover, the judiciary also wanted an explanation on this ransom note was different from other ransom notes. Additionally, the judiciary also wanted also to know the motives behind this murder. There were a number of aspects that needed to be proved, for instance, the case had to be determined whether the motive behind the killing was a sexual assault or whether there were other motives (“Experts: Conviction A Long Shot In JonBenet Ramsey Case – The Denver Post” 2018).

    “Jonbenét Ramsey Series Questions Key DNA Evidence | New York Post”. 2018. Nypost.Com. https://nypost.com/2016/09/12/jonbenet-ramsey-series-questions-key-dna-evidence/.

    This article has been able to highlight the possible murders in this case. From the article, it is evident that the murder could have been conducted by either the parents or a former teacher to the victim. From the article, there are a number of reasons that have made this case remain unsolved for a number of years. For instance, there were a number of missteps by the police that affected the investigation process. Moreover, the pressure from the media also led to a quick assessment of the case leading to poor outcomes from the case. In conclusion, it was evident that there were a number of irreversible actions that interfered with this case and thus leading to a point where no one was prosecuted for this murder (“Jonbenét Ramsey Series Questions Key DNA Evidence | New York Post” 2018).

    References

    “Experts: Conviction A Long Shot In Jonbenet Ramsey Case – The Denver Post”. 2018. Denverpost.Com. https://www.denverpost.com/1999/10/17/jonbenet-ramsey-case-experts-conviction-long-shot/.

    “Four Pieces Of Evidence In The Jonbenét Ramsey Case That Just Don’t Fit | The Forensic Outreach Library”. 2018. Forensicoutreach.Com. http://forensicoutreach.com/library/four-pieces-of-evidence-in-the-jonbenet-ramsey-case-that-just-dont-fit/.

    “Jonbenét Ramsey Series Questions Key DNA Evidence | New York Post”. 2018. Nypost.Com. https://nypost.com/2016/09/12/jonbenet-ramsey-series-questions-key-dna-evidence/.

    “The Investigation”. 2018. Crime + Investigation. http://www.crimeandinvestigation.co.uk/crime-files/jonbenet-ramsey/investigation

    “What Is Touch DNA?” 2018. Scientific American. https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/experts-touch-dna-jonbenet-ramsey/.

    Four Pieces Of Evidence In The Jonbenét Ramsey Case That Just Don’t Fit | The Forensic Outreach Library”. 2018. Forensicoutreach.Com. http://forensicoutreach.com/library/four-pieces-of-evidence-in-the-jonbenet-ramsey-case-that-just-dont-fit/.

Data Collection

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Data Collection Methods

There are 3 main ways to collect data: asking questions, making observations, or using existing data. But a combination is also often utilized. The data collection methods include:

  • Survey      research (asking questions)
  • Field      research (making observations)
  • Existing      Data ( Secondary Analysis)
  • Combination      of methods (referred to as triangulation)

Using the four data collection method options above, complete the following for each of the scenarios below:

1. Identify and describe the one best method to collect information for the scenarios (choices cannot be used more than once), and

2. Justify your reasoning for selecting this data collection method by evaluating the method and why it is the best choice out of the other four.

Scenario 1: Describe police officer perceptions on the effectiveness of wearing body cameras.

Scenario 2: Conduct a hot-spot analysis on 911 calls for domestic violence.

Scenario 3: Describe the prevalence of stalking in a small Midwest city.

Scenario 4: Describe the nature and scope of prostitution at truck stops along I-95.

Use at least four credible outside research sources, including academic journals, to support your view. The paper should be 3–5 pages, excluding cover page and references page.