| Term Paper Requirement The term paper for this class will be a 8-12 page essay, not a research paper. The assignment is to write an organized essay in your own words explaining what you have learned about the "corrections" system this semester. This is an informal paper and footnotes, citations, quotations, etc. are not required or desired. However, unless it is obvious from the context you should identify where information comes from. This paper involves an organized discussion of major themes from the course using your own words. Don't try to discuss details of the material -- instead, discuss main areas of the material and your views of these issues. As you structure your paper, keep the �big picture� in mind -- outlining the major topics often helps with this task. INSTRUCTIONS -- READ CAREFULLY! The due date for the paper is included on the class schedule. Papers can be turned in early and can be emailed. If you email your paper, please use the following address, and make sure you get an acknowledgment! [email protected] Papers not turned in on time will not get full credit. Papers must be typed or computer printed and double spaced, with standard fonts and margins. Professional standard: 1" margins all around, Times 12 point font, black print. Please do not put any covers/cover sheets on the papers or bind the papers in any way (just staple in the corner). You can discuss the material with other people in the class, other people not in the class, with me, etc. You can work in groups, use email to discuss or ask questions of each other and/or me, etc. BUT THE PAPER MUST BE YOUR OWN WORK IN THE END -- IN YOUR OWN WORDS!! Papers will be graded mainly on substantive content and writing quality rather than length. |