Psychology In Action
Criminal Behavior
Name _____________________________
Criminal You Choose:
_______________________________________________________________________
TASK
In this assignment you must choose and research a criminal and give a detailed report on his criminal record.
Step I
Look at the
list attached and choose a criminal that you would like to research.
Choose
carefully as everyone will chose one, you will not be able to change your mind
once you have decided. This list is not complete by any means but is some of
the better known criminals. Please feel
free to explore on your own just let me know what you find and get it approved
by me.
Step II
Use various
resources to research your criminal. You may use sources
such as websites,
encyclopedia and CD Roms and books (** Maximum of 2 internet
sites **)
Step III-Decide if your criminal has this
behavior due to nature or nurture. Then
write a position paper about it. An
introduction with a thesis statement, supporting paragraphs and conclusion are
required. Please use psychological
theories to date and other information you find. The paper must meet the
following requirements below. You must also have a power point and/or visuals to accompany your
report and presentation. You will present your findings in class and there will
be a 7 minute time limit for presentations.
Instruction for the assignment!
Write a
research paper using the following criteria.
- Between 700 and 1000 words
- Do Not
Plagiarize-If you are not sure what plagiarism is, ask me!
- Do not
use Wikipedia, it is not a creditable site.
- Google,
Ask, yahoo are not web addresses, they are search engines.
- Use
APA style documentation for the entire paper.
- Cover
Page Required
- Double
Spaced
- 12-14
Font, no bigger and no smaller
- Bibliography
Page Required
Student has researched information to present to the class. She is demonstrating good speaking and performance skills in her presentation. Information is appropriate for content.
