Final Paper

Select and then define a significant issue faced by the justice system, describe the scope and consequences of the issue, and discuss society’s responses to the issue (including public policies and other less formal responses). Papers should also present a clearly reasoned alternative, supported by scholarly research.

While the following example can be modified to suit your needs, this outline is likely to result in a high-quality Final Paper:

1. Title
2. Abstract
3. What is the problem? Be sure to narrow your problem enough to allow a focused examination.
4. What are the individual and social implications of this problem? Discussion of implications should be supported by accurate research data.
5. What do the experts say about the problem?
6. What have we, as a society, done about this problem? Consider public policies and other, less formal responses.
7. How are public policies and other, less formal responses working?
8. Describe an alternative solution to the problem.
9. Discuss why the alternative is, or can be, an effective response to the problem. Remember to consider negative consequences of the alternative response.
10. Conclude with your thoughts about your chosen social problem. This is a good place to include personal opinions, assuming you wish to share them in a research paper.
11. References

In short, define a problem, discuss the response, and provide alternative responses to the problem. For example, your problem could be drug use/abuse, with a focus on prescription drug abuse among teenagers. Your description of the problems should be fact based, relying on expert opinion. Your alternative response can be an adjustment of current policy or a new direction. For example, your may propose longer prison sentences, or legalization of all drugs. Be creative, although suggestions must be supported by scholarly research.

The paper must be eight to ten pages in length (excluding the title and reference pages) and formatted according to APA style. You must use at least five scholarly resources, at least three of which can be found in the Ashford Online Library, to support your claims and subclaims. Cite your resources in text and on the reference page. For information regarding APA samples and tutorials, visit the Ashford Writing Center within the Learning Resources tab on the left navigation toolbar. Please visit the Academic Research section on your course homepage (accessible through the Student Responsibilities and Policies tab on the left navigation toolbar) to review what types of materials are not acceptable for academic, university-level research.

Writing the Final Paper

The Final Paper:

1. Must be eight to ten double-spaced pages in length, and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
2. Must include a title page with the following:
   1. Title of paper
   2. Student’s name
   3. Course name and number
   4. Instructor’s name
   5. Date submitted
3. Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement.
4. Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.
5. Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.
6. Must use at least five scholarly resources, including a minimum of three from the Ashford Online Library.
7. Must document all sources in APA style, as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
8. Must include a separate reference page, formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.

Carefully review the
Grading Rubric for the criteria that will be used to evaluate your assignment.

Text Printing Program

Section 2.2 of Chapter 2: First Program in C++: Printing a Line of Text is an example of a “text printing program.” Use this example and instructions, but change the text to be an output. Add the following text:

  Name:
 Course Name:
  Famous Quote:

***Note: Make sure you put in your name, the course you are in, and a famous quote you like.
Compile the program; include the source and compiled code as attachments and submit by Day 7.

(23.)  Which option is the best use of academic language?
 
1. Even though the jury convicted Hamilton on all charges, he is going to get another trial.
2. After the verdict was announced, Hamilton’s lawyers indicated that they would appeal.
3. Hamilton was found guilty of all charges and another trial for him will start up next year.
4. Hamilton was convicted on all charges, but for some reason he is getting another trial.

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(24.)  Which option best demonstrates precise language?
 
1. The way that the pharmaceutical companies operate is wrong because they are dishonest in ways that harm those who need their drugs the most.
2. Research indicates that the pharmaceutical companies are corrupt because they do things that could cause harm to those that need their drugs.
3. Lawsuits filed against major pharmaceutical companies allege that the industry is more concerned with making money than with ensuring consumer safety.
4. A lot of lawsuits have proven that the major pharmaceutical companies have no interest in helping the common man.

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(25.)  Which underlined transitional word correctly joins the two ideas?
 
1. Howard argues that the clinic operated unethically; consequently, clinic director Studebaker argues that the standard practice guidelines of the Medical Ethics Act of 1988 were honored.
2. Howard argues that the clinic operated unethically, furthermore, clinic director Studebaker argues that the standard practice guidelines of the Medical Ethics Act of 1988 were honored.
3. Howard argues that the clinic operated unethically; besides, clinic director Studebaker argues that the standard practice guidelines of the Medical Ethics Act of 1988 were honored.
4. Howard argues that the clinic operated unethically, however clinic director Studebaker argues that the standard practice guidelines of the Medical Ethics Act of 1988 were honored.

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(26.)  What is the best revision of the sentence?
 
1. Mrs. Wanda Whirley the president of Fine Time cruise lines declined to comment.
2. Mrs. Wanda Whirley, the president of Fine Time Cruise Lines, declined to comment.
3. Mrs. Wanda Whirley, the President of Fine Time cruise lines, declined to comment.
4. Mrs. Wanda Whirley the President of Fine Time Cruise Lines declined to comment.
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(27.) Review the example:

 
You are preparing a presentation that examines the shifts in political campaign advertisements over the last 100 years. Your argument is that candidates of the modern era more frequently use negative campaign ads.

 
Which visual aid should be used for this presentation?
 
1. model campaign posters that demonstrate the difference between positive and negative campaign ads
2. a graph that illustrates the gap between the popular votes earned by each candidate in the most recent presidential election
3. photographs of candidates from the presidential elections of the last 100 years
4. a video that argues that liberal candidates use negative campaign advertising more frequently than conservative candidates

Discussion post 1

Examine the concept of altruism and altruistic behavior. What does it mean for someone to behave altruistically? What is gained from this action, and how does it differ from egoistic behavior? What are some reasons why people would want to help one another, without regard for personal gain or benefit?  In addition, explain the bystander effect.  If we all have a genuine desire to help one another, why is the effect so common?  How can we prevent it from occurring? Respond in at least 250 words.

Discussion post 2

Although we label some behaviors as aggressive, we also neglect a multitude of other actions that qualify as aggressive behaviors. As mentioned in your textbook, what matters is the intent of the action, not necessarily the action itself.

Describe the various origins of aggressive behavior, and discuss the gender differences in how aggression is developed and presented. Additionally, describe the aggression cues that we encounter in our social world through the media, the presence of weapons, alcohol and drug consumption, the environment, etc. How do these cues influence our capacity to behave in an aggressive manner? Respond in at least 250 words.