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MAJOR CONTROVERSIES IN FORENSIC
PSYCHOLOGY
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Since psychological insights into criminal behavior were first applied to the practice of law, the
relationship between psychology and the legal system has been marked by controversy and
conflict. Costanzo and Krauss (2021) note that Freud, the father of modern day psychology,
believed that his psychological theories could not only “improve,” but “transform” the way law was
practiced (p. 2). Although psychologists’ initial entry into law might have been made with the best
of intentions, some legal scholars viewed their interest as an unwelcome intrusion. More than a
century later, the two professions continue to maintain what Costanzo and Krauss describe as "a
cautious alliance" (p. 1).
Costanzo and Krauss refer to the interaction between psychology and the law as a "clash of
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of intentions, some legal scholars viewed their interest as an unwelcome intrusion. More than a
century later, the two professions continue to maintain what Costanzo and Krauss describe as "a
cautious alliance" (p. 1).
Costanzo and Krauss refer to the interaction between psychology and the law as a "clash of
cultures" because the fields do not share similar objectives. Costanzo and Krauss argue that
psychology, like all sciences, uses scientific inquiry as a basic methodology. Consequently, when
asked by the courts to draw definitive conclusions, forensic psychologists are hard-pressed to
state a simple yes or no. On the stand, they may feel ethically compromised because their
testimony provides likelihoods and probabilities. On the other hand, the court is charged with
delivering a clear-cut ruling either for or against, guilty or not, right or wrong.
For this week’s Discussion, you examine controversies related to the role of forensic
psychologists within the legal system.
To prepare for this Discussion:
Review the Course Introduction, located under the left navigation bar. Keep this overview in
mind as you work through each week of the course.
Review Chapter 1 in your course text, Forensic and Legal Psychology . Focus on the tension
that exists between the fields of psychology and law.
Refer to the Assignment Handout for your assigned topic and further instructions to examine a
current controversy in forensic psychology. Review the article(s) that address your assigned
controversy. Your assigned topic articles can be found under Week 1 Resources and the
Week 1 Discussion Assignment Handout.
Consider both perspectives relevant to your assigned controversy. Make an informed
argument for the perspective you consider most appropriate.
Click the following link to review the controversy topics for this assignment:
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PERSONAL MOTIVATIONS AND CAREER
GOALS
Salisbury (2012) attributes the recent growing interest in forensic psychology to the popularity of
investigative crime television series, as cited in Bartol and Bartol (2012b, p. 18). Many of these shows focus
on solving crimes with the help of a forensic psychologist. Your first exposure to the term forensic
psychology may have been through these television programs.
When your undergraduate program of study ends, you may want to pursue a number of professional and
educational opportunities in the field of forensic psychology. From trial consultants assisting in jury selection
to expert witnesses testifying on a defendant’s mental competence, forensic psychologists are involved in
many aspects of the legal process. As you explore your options in the field of forensic psychology, you must
be aware of the educational requirements for forensic psychology occupations. Many occupations in
forensic psychology require an advanced degree.
In this week’s Assignment, you identify professional areas of interest to you and explain which career paths
in forensic psychology you may choose to follow.
To prepare for this Assignment: Focus on occupations in forensic psychology.
Review this week’s Learning Resources, including the Bartol and Bartol (2012b) book excerpt and
Chapter 1 of your Costanzo and Krauss (2021) course text.
Note:
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PSYC_2101_Week_1_Assignment_Rubric
Think about why you are interested in forensic psychology.
Begin exploring forensic psychology careers using the Career Areas in Psychology section of the
Psychology Career Exploration Toolkit found in this Week’s Learning Resources.
Continue exploring forensic psychology careers by searching the Internet for occupations in forensic
psychology.
Identify three specific career paths in forensic psychology of greatest interest to you.
The Assignment (2–3 pages):
Explain academic, professional, or personal reasons for selecting forensic psychology as your program
of study or discuss why you chose to take this class.
Describe three specific occupations in the field of forensic psychology that interest you and explain why.
For each occupation:
Describe possible settings in which you might work.
Explain the type of work you might perform.
Describe types of populations with which you might work.
Explain educational requirements.
Explain any challenges you might encounter when working in this role
Support your Application Assignment with specific references to all resources used in its preparation. You
are asked to provide a reference list for all resources, including those in the Learning Resources for this
course.
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Criteria Ratings Pts
Demonstration of
Knowledge. Did the
student fully
respond to each
Assignment prompt?
Do the responses
demonstrate that the
student applied and
learned the
information or skills?
Is the answer
accurate?…Reasons
for selecting
Forensic
Psychology as your
program or taking
this class…. (15
points)
15 pts
Demonstration of
Knowledge. Did the
student fully
respond to each
Assignment prompt?
Do the responses
demonstrate that the
student applied and
learned the
information or skills?
Is the answer
accurate?…Describe
three specific
occupations in the
field of forensic
psychology that
interest you and
explain why…. (15
points)
15 pts
15 pts
A
Response is
complete and
accurate;
contains
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
12 pts
B
Response is
complete and
mostly
accurate;
contains
some details
and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
10.5 pts
C
Response is
somewhat
complete
and/or is
somewhat
inaccurate;
and/or does
not contain
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
some
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
9 pts
D
Response is
incomplete or
is mostly
inaccurate;
lacks
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
does not
include
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
0 pts
F
Response is
incomplete;
answers are
inaccurate
and/or not
explained; no
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
15 pts
A
Response is
complete and
accurate;
contains
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
12 pts
B
Response is
complete and
mostly
accurate;
contains
some details
and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
10.5 pts
C
Response is
somewhat
complete
and/or is
somewhat
inaccurate;
and/or does
not contain
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
some
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
9 pts
D
Response is
incomplete or
is mostly
inaccurate;
lacks
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
does not
include
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
0 pts
F
Response is
incomplete;
answers are
inaccurate
and/or not
explained; no
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
Criteria Ratings Pts
Demonstration of
Knowledge. Did the
student fully
respond to each
Assignment prompt?
Do the responses
demonstrate that the
student applied and
learned the
information or skills?
Is the answer
accurate?…Describe
possible settings in
which you might
work…. (10 points)
10 pts
Demonstration of
Knowledge. Did the
student fully
respond to each
Assignment prompt?
Do the responses
demonstrate that the
student applied and
learned the
information or skills?
Is the answer
accurate?…Explain
the type of work you
might perform…. (10
points)
10 pts
10 pts
A
Response is
complete and
accurate;
contains
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
8.5 pts
B
Response is
complete and
mostly
accurate;
contains
some details
and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
7.5 pts
C
Response is
somewhat
complete
and/or is
somewhat
inaccurate;
and/or does
not contain
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
some
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
6 pts
D
Response is
incomplete or
is mostly
inaccurate;
lacks
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
does not
include
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
0 pts
F
Response is
incomplete;
answers are
inaccurate
and/or not
explained; no
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
10 pts
A
Response is
complete and
accurate;
contains
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
8.5 pts
B
Response is
complete and
mostly
accurate;
contains
some details
and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
7.5 pts
C
Response is
somewhat
complete
and/or is
somewhat
inaccurate;
and/or does
not contain
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
some
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
6 pts
D
Response is
incomplete or
is mostly
inaccurate;
lacks
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
does not
include
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
0 pts
F
Response is
incomplete;
answers are
inaccurate
and/or not
explained; no
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
Criteria Ratings Pts
Demonstration of
Knowledge. Did the
student fully
respond to each
Assignment prompt?
Do the responses
demonstrate that the
student applied and
learned the
information or skills?
Is the answer
accurate?…Describe
types of populations
with which you
might work…. (10
points)
10 pts
Demonstration of
Knowledge. Did the
student fully
respond to each
Assignment prompt?
Do the responses
demonstrate that the
student applied and
learned the
information or skills?
Is the answer
accurate?…Explain
educational
requirements…. (10
points)
10 pts
10 pts
A
Response is
complete and
accurate;
contains
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
8.5 pts
B
Response is
complete and
mostly
accurate;
contains
some details
and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
7.5 pts
C
Response is
somewhat
complete
and/or is
somewhat
inaccurate;
and/or does
not contain
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
some
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
6 pts
D
Response is
incomplete or
is mostly
inaccurate;
lacks
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
does not
include
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
0 pts
F
Response is
incomplete;
answers are
inaccurate
and/or not
explained; no
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
10 pts
A
Response is
complete and
accurate;
contains
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
8.5 pts
B
Response is
complete and
mostly
accurate;
contains
some details
and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
7.5 pts
C
Response is
somewhat
complete
and/or is
somewhat
inaccurate;
and/or does
not contain
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
some
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
6 pts
D
Response is
incomplete or
is mostly
inaccurate;
lacks
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
does not
include
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
0 pts
F
Response is
incomplete;
answers are
inaccurate
and/or not
explained; no
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
Criteria Ratings Pts
Demonstration of
Knowledge. Did the
student fully
respond to each
Assignment prompt?
Do the responses
demonstrate that the
student applied and
learned the
information or skills?
Is the answer
accurate?…Explain
any challenges you
might encounter
when working in this
role…. (10 points)
10 pts
Quality of Writing …
(15 points)
15 pts
Information
documentation …(5
5 pts
10 pts
A
Response is
complete and
accurate;
contains
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
8.5 pts
B
Response is
complete and
mostly
accurate;
contains
some details
and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
7.5 pts
C
Response is
somewhat
complete
and/or is
somewhat
inaccurate;
and/or does
not contain
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
some
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
6 pts
D
Response is
incomplete or
is mostly
inaccurate;
lacks
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
does not
include
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
0 pts
F
Response is
incomplete;
answers are
inaccurate
and/or not
explained; no
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
15 pts
A
Writing is clear
and organized
with few or no
errors in
mechanics,
usage,
grammar, or
spelling
(MUGS).
There is a
preponderance
of original
writing (i.e.,
use of own
words and
proper
paraphrasing).
12 pts
B
Writing is
mostly clear
and organized
with few
MUGS errors.
Writing is
original (i.e.,
use of own
words and
proper
paraphrasing).
10.5 pts
C
Writing is
somewhat
clear and
organized with
some MUGS
errors. Most
writing is
original (i.e.,
use of own
words and
proper
paraphrasing).
9 pts
D
Writing is
somewhat
unclear and
disorganized
and/or
contains
many MUGS
errors. There
is an overuse
of direct
quotations
and/or
ineffective
paraphrasing.
0 pts
F
Writing is
unclear
and/or
disorganized
and/or
contains
many
MUGS
errors.
There is an
underuse of
original
writing and
an overuse
of directly
quoted
content.
5 pts
A
3.5 pts
B
0 pts
C
0 pts
D
0 pts
F
Criteria Ratings Pts
points)
Total Points: 100
Information
from the
Learning
Resources is
properly
documented
with
citation(s) and
reference(s).
Information
from the
Learning
Resources is
partially
documented
with
citation(s)
and/or
reference(s).
Information
from the
Learning
Resources is
not cited or
referenced in
any way.
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PERSONAL MOTIVATIONS AND CAREER
GOALS
Salisbury (2012) attributes the recent growing interest in forensic psychology to the popularity of
investigative crime television series, as cited in Bartol and Bartol (2012b, p. 18). Many of these shows focus
on solving crimes with the help of a forensic psychologist. Your first exposure to the term forensic
psychology may have been through these television programs.
When your undergraduate program of study ends, you may want to pursue a number of professional and
educational opportunities in the field of forensic psychology. From trial consultants assisting in jury selection
to expert witnesses testifying on a defendant’s mental competence, forensic psychologists are involved in
many aspects of the legal process. As you explore your options in the field of forensic psychology, you must
be aware of the educational requirements for forensic psychology occupations. Many occupations in
forensic psychology require an advanced degree.
In this week’s Assignment, you identify professional areas of interest to you and explain which career paths
in forensic psychology you may choose to follow.
To prepare for this Assignment: Focus on occupations in forensic psychology.
Review this week’s Learning Resources, including the Bartol and Bartol (2012b) book excerpt and
Chapter 1 of your Costanzo and Krauss (2021) course text.
Note:
RESOURCES
Be sure to review the Learning Resources before completing this activity.
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PSYC_2101_Week_1_Assignment_Rubric
Think about why you are interested in forensic psychology.
Begin exploring forensic psychology careers using the Career Areas in Psychology section of the
Psychology Career Exploration Toolkit found in this Week’s Learning Resources.
Continue exploring forensic psychology careers by searching the Internet for occupations in forensic
psychology.
Identify three specific career paths in forensic psychology of greatest interest to you.
The Assignment (2–3 pages):
Explain academic, professional, or personal reasons for selecting forensic psychology as your program
of study or discuss why you chose to take this class.
Describe three specific occupations in the field of forensic psychology that interest you and explain why.
For each occupation:
Describe possible settings in which you might work.
Explain the type of work you might perform.
Describe types of populations with which you might work.
Explain educational requirements.
Explain any challenges you might encounter when working in this role
Support your Application Assignment with specific references to all resources used in its preparation. You
are asked to provide a reference list for all resources, including those in the Learning Resources for this
course.
Before submitting your final assignment, you can check your draft for authenticity. To check your
draft, access the Turnitin Drafts from the Start Here area.
1. To submit your completed assignment, save your Assignment as
WK1Assgn_LastName_Firstinitial
2. Then, click on Start Assignment near the top of the page.
3. Next, click on Upload File and select Submit Assignment for review.
SUBMISSION INFORMATION
Criteria Ratings Pts
Demonstration of
Knowledge. Did the
student fully
respond to each
Assignment prompt?
Do the responses
demonstrate that the
student applied and
learned the
information or skills?
Is the answer
accurate?…Reasons
for selecting
Forensic
Psychology as your
program or taking
this class…. (15
points)
15 pts
Demonstration of
Knowledge. Did the
student fully
respond to each
Assignment prompt?
Do the responses
demonstrate that the
student applied and
learned the
information or skills?
Is the answer
accurate?…Describe
three specific
occupations in the
field of forensic
psychology that
interest you and
explain why…. (15
points)
15 pts
15 pts
A
Response is
complete and
accurate;
contains
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
12 pts
B
Response is
complete and
mostly
accurate;
contains
some details
and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
10.5 pts
C
Response is
somewhat
complete
and/or is
somewhat
inaccurate;
and/or does
not contain
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
some
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
9 pts
D
Response is
incomplete or
is mostly
inaccurate;
lacks
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
does not
include
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
0 pts
F
Response is
incomplete;
answers are
inaccurate
and/or not
explained; no
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
15 pts
A
Response is
complete and
accurate;
contains
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
12 pts
B
Response is
complete and
mostly
accurate;
contains
some details
and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
10.5 pts
C
Response is
somewhat
complete
and/or is
somewhat
inaccurate;
and/or does
not contain
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
some
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
9 pts
D
Response is
incomplete or
is mostly
inaccurate;
lacks
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
does not
include
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
0 pts
F
Response is
incomplete;
answers are
inaccurate
and/or not
explained; no
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
Criteria Ratings Pts
Demonstration of
Knowledge. Did the
student fully
respond to each
Assignment prompt?
Do the responses
demonstrate that the
student applied and
learned the
information or skills?
Is the answer
accurate?…Describe
possible settings in
which you might
work…. (10 points)
10 pts
Demonstration of
Knowledge. Did the
student fully
respond to each
Assignment prompt?
Do the responses
demonstrate that the
student applied and
learned the
information or skills?
Is the answer
accurate?…Explain
the type of work you
might perform…. (10
points)
10 pts
10 pts
A
Response is
complete and
accurate;
contains
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
8.5 pts
B
Response is
complete and
mostly
accurate;
contains
some details
and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
7.5 pts
C
Response is
somewhat
complete
and/or is
somewhat
inaccurate;
and/or does
not contain
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
some
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
6 pts
D
Response is
incomplete or
is mostly
inaccurate;
lacks
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
does not
include
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
0 pts
F
Response is
incomplete;
answers are
inaccurate
and/or not
explained; no
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
10 pts
A
Response is
complete and
accurate;
contains
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
8.5 pts
B
Response is
complete and
mostly
accurate;
contains
some details
and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
7.5 pts
C
Response is
somewhat
complete
and/or is
somewhat
inaccurate;
and/or does
not contain
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
some
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
6 pts
D
Response is
incomplete or
is mostly
inaccurate;
lacks
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
does not
include
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
0 pts
F
Response is
incomplete;
answers are
inaccurate
and/or not
explained; no
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
Criteria Ratings Pts
Demonstration of
Knowledge. Did the
student fully
respond to each
Assignment prompt?
Do the responses
demonstrate that the
student applied and
learned the
information or skills?
Is the answer
accurate?…Describe
types of populations
with which you
might work…. (10
points)
10 pts
Demonstration of
Knowledge. Did the
student fully
respond to each
Assignment prompt?
Do the responses
demonstrate that the
student applied and
learned the
information or skills?
Is the answer
accurate?…Explain
educational
requirements…. (10
points)
10 pts
10 pts
A
Response is
complete and
accurate;
contains
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
8.5 pts
B
Response is
complete and
mostly
accurate;
contains
some details
and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
7.5 pts
C
Response is
somewhat
complete
and/or is
somewhat
inaccurate;
and/or does
not contain
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
some
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
6 pts
D
Response is
incomplete or
is mostly
inaccurate;
lacks
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
does not
include
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
0 pts
F
Response is
incomplete;
answers are
inaccurate
and/or not
explained; no
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
10 pts
A
Response is
complete and
accurate;
contains
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
8.5 pts
B
Response is
complete and
mostly
accurate;
contains
some details
and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
7.5 pts
C
Response is
somewhat
complete
and/or is
somewhat
inaccurate;
and/or does
not contain
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
some
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
6 pts
D
Response is
incomplete or
is mostly
inaccurate;
lacks
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
does not
include
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
0 pts
F
Response is
incomplete;
answers are
inaccurate
and/or not
explained; no
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
Criteria Ratings Pts
Demonstration of
Knowledge. Did the
student fully
respond to each
Assignment prompt?
Do the responses
demonstrate that the
student applied and
learned the
information or skills?
Is the answer
accurate?…Explain
any challenges you
might encounter
when working in this
role…. (10 points)
10 pts
Quality of Writing …
(15 points)
15 pts
Information
documentation …(5
5 pts
10 pts
A
Response is
complete and
accurate;
contains
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
8.5 pts
B
Response is
complete and
mostly
accurate;
contains
some details
and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
7.5 pts
C
Response is
somewhat
complete
and/or is
somewhat
inaccurate;
and/or does
not contain
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
some
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
6 pts
D
Response is
incomplete or
is mostly
inaccurate;
lacks
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
does not
include
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
0 pts
F
Response is
incomplete;
answers are
inaccurate
and/or not
explained; no
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
15 pts
A
Writing is clear
and organized
with few or no
errors in
mechanics,
usage,
grammar, or
spelling
(MUGS).
There is a
preponderance
of original
writing (i.e.,
use of own
words and
proper
paraphrasing).
12 pts
B
Writing is
mostly clear
and organized
with few
MUGS errors.
Writing is
original (i.e.,
use of own
words and
proper
paraphrasing).
10.5 pts
C
Writing is
somewhat
clear and
organized with
some MUGS
errors. Most
writing is
original (i.e.,
use of own
words and
proper
paraphrasing).
9 pts
D
Writing is
somewhat
unclear and
disorganized
and/or
contains
many MUGS
errors. There
is an overuse
of direct
quotations
and/or
ineffective
paraphrasing.
0 pts
F
Writing is
unclear
and/or
disorganized
and/or
contains
many
MUGS
errors.
There is an
underuse of
original
writing and
an overuse
of directly
quoted
content.
5 pts
A
3.5 pts
B
0 pts
C
0 pts
D
0 pts
F
Criteria Ratings Pts
points)
Total Points: 100
Information
from the
Learning
Resources is
properly
documented
with
citation(s) and
reference(s).
Information
from the
Learning
Resources is
partially
documented
with
citation(s)
and/or
reference(s).
Information
from the
Learning
Resources is
not cited or
referenced in
any way.
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MAJOR CONTROVERSIES IN FORENSIC
PSYCHOLOGY
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Since psychological insights into criminal behavior were first applied to the practice of law, the
relationship between psychology and the legal system has been marked by controversy and
conflict. Costanzo and Krauss (2021) note that Freud, the father of modern day psychology,
believed that his psychological theories could not only “improve,” but “transform” the way law was
practiced (p. 2). Although psychologists’ initial entry into law might have been made with the best
of intentions, some legal scholars viewed their interest as an unwelcome intrusion. More than a
century later, the two professions continue to maintain what Costanzo and Krauss describe as "a
cautious alliance" (p. 1).
Costanzo and Krauss refer to the interaction between psychology and the law as a "clash of
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of intentions, some legal scholars viewed their interest as an unwelcome intrusion. More than a
century later, the two professions continue to maintain what Costanzo and Krauss describe as "a
cautious alliance" (p. 1).
Costanzo and Krauss refer to the interaction between psychology and the law as a "clash of
cultures" because the fields do not share similar objectives. Costanzo and Krauss argue that
psychology, like all sciences, uses scientific inquiry as a basic methodology. Consequently, when
asked by the courts to draw definitive conclusions, forensic psychologists are hard-pressed to
state a simple yes or no. On the stand, they may feel ethically compromised because their
testimony provides likelihoods and probabilities. On the other hand, the court is charged with
delivering a clear-cut ruling either for or against, guilty or not, right or wrong.
For this week’s Discussion, you examine controversies related to the role of forensic
psychologists within the legal system.
To prepare for this Discussion:
Review the Course Introduction, located under the left navigation bar. Keep this overview in
mind as you work through each week of the course.
Review Chapter 1 in your course text, Forensic and Legal Psychology . Focus on the tension
that exists between the fields of psychology and law.
Refer to the Assignment Handout for your assigned topic and further instructions to examine a
current controversy in forensic psychology. Review the article(s) that address your assigned
controversy. Your assigned topic articles can be found under Week 1 Resources and the
Week 1 Discussion Assignment Handout.
Consider both perspectives relevant to your assigned controversy. Make an informed
argument for the perspective you consider most appropriate.
Click the following link to review the controversy topics for this assignment:
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PERSONAL MOTIVATIONS AND CAREER
GOALS
Salisbury (2012) attributes the recent growing interest in forensic psychology to the popularity of
investigative crime television series, as cited in Bartol and Bartol (2012b, p. 18). Many of these shows focus
on solving crimes with the help of a forensic psychologist. Your first exposure to the term forensic
psychology may have been through these television programs.
When your undergraduate program of study ends, you may want to pursue a number of professional and
educational opportunities in the field of forensic psychology. From trial consultants assisting in jury selection
to expert witnesses testifying on a defendant’s mental competence, forensic psychologists are involved in
many aspects of the legal process. As you explore your options in the field of forensic psychology, you must
be aware of the educational requirements for forensic psychology occupations. Many occupations in
forensic psychology require an advanced degree.
In this week’s Assignment, you identify professional areas of interest to you and explain which career paths
in forensic psychology you may choose to follow.
To prepare for this Assignment: Focus on occupations in forensic psychology.
Review this week’s Learning Resources, including the Bartol and Bartol (2012b) book excerpt and
Chapter 1 of your Costanzo and Krauss (2021) course text.
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PSYC_2101_Week_1_Assignment_Rubric
Think about why you are interested in forensic psychology.
Begin exploring forensic psychology careers using the Career Areas in Psychology section of the
Psychology Career Exploration Toolkit found in this Week’s Learning Resources.
Continue exploring forensic psychology careers by searching the Internet for occupations in forensic
psychology.
Identify three specific career paths in forensic psychology of greatest interest to you.
The Assignment (2–3 pages):
Explain academic, professional, or personal reasons for selecting forensic psychology as your program
of study or discuss why you chose to take this class.
Describe three specific occupations in the field of forensic psychology that interest you and explain why.
For each occupation:
Describe possible settings in which you might work.
Explain the type of work you might perform.
Describe types of populations with which you might work.
Explain educational requirements.
Explain any challenges you might encounter when working in this role
Support your Application Assignment with specific references to all resources used in its preparation. You
are asked to provide a reference list for all resources, including those in the Learning Resources for this
course.
Before submitting your final assignment, you can check your draft for authenticity. To check your
draft, access the Turnitin Drafts from the Start Here area.
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Criteria Ratings Pts
Demonstration of
Knowledge. Did the
student fully
respond to each
Assignment prompt?
Do the responses
demonstrate that the
student applied and
learned the
information or skills?
Is the answer
accurate?…Reasons
for selecting
Forensic
Psychology as your
program or taking
this class…. (15
points)
15 pts
Demonstration of
Knowledge. Did the
student fully
respond to each
Assignment prompt?
Do the responses
demonstrate that the
student applied and
learned the
information or skills?
Is the answer
accurate?…Describe
three specific
occupations in the
field of forensic
psychology that
interest you and
explain why…. (15
points)
15 pts
15 pts
A
Response is
complete and
accurate;
contains
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
12 pts
B
Response is
complete and
mostly
accurate;
contains
some details
and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
10.5 pts
C
Response is
somewhat
complete
and/or is
somewhat
inaccurate;
and/or does
not contain
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
some
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
9 pts
D
Response is
incomplete or
is mostly
inaccurate;
lacks
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
does not
include
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
0 pts
F
Response is
incomplete;
answers are
inaccurate
and/or not
explained; no
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
15 pts
A
Response is
complete and
accurate;
contains
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
12 pts
B
Response is
complete and
mostly
accurate;
contains
some details
and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
10.5 pts
C
Response is
somewhat
complete
and/or is
somewhat
inaccurate;
and/or does
not contain
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
some
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
9 pts
D
Response is
incomplete or
is mostly
inaccurate;
lacks
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
does not
include
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
0 pts
F
Response is
incomplete;
answers are
inaccurate
and/or not
explained; no
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
Criteria Ratings Pts
Demonstration of
Knowledge. Did the
student fully
respond to each
Assignment prompt?
Do the responses
demonstrate that the
student applied and
learned the
information or skills?
Is the answer
accurate?…Describe
possible settings in
which you might
work…. (10 points)
10 pts
Demonstration of
Knowledge. Did the
student fully
respond to each
Assignment prompt?
Do the responses
demonstrate that the
student applied and
learned the
information or skills?
Is the answer
accurate?…Explain
the type of work you
might perform…. (10
points)
10 pts
10 pts
A
Response is
complete and
accurate;
contains
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
8.5 pts
B
Response is
complete and
mostly
accurate;
contains
some details
and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
7.5 pts
C
Response is
somewhat
complete
and/or is
somewhat
inaccurate;
and/or does
not contain
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
some
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
6 pts
D
Response is
incomplete or
is mostly
inaccurate;
lacks
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
does not
include
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
0 pts
F
Response is
incomplete;
answers are
inaccurate
and/or not
explained; no
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
10 pts
A
Response is
complete and
accurate;
contains
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
8.5 pts
B
Response is
complete and
mostly
accurate;
contains
some details
and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
7.5 pts
C
Response is
somewhat
complete
and/or is
somewhat
inaccurate;
and/or does
not contain
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
some
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
6 pts
D
Response is
incomplete or
is mostly
inaccurate;
lacks
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
does not
include
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
0 pts
F
Response is
incomplete;
answers are
inaccurate
and/or not
explained; no
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
Criteria Ratings Pts
Demonstration of
Knowledge. Did the
student fully
respond to each
Assignment prompt?
Do the responses
demonstrate that the
student applied and
learned the
information or skills?
Is the answer
accurate?…Describe
types of populations
with which you
might work…. (10
points)
10 pts
Demonstration of
Knowledge. Did the
student fully
respond to each
Assignment prompt?
Do the responses
demonstrate that the
student applied and
learned the
information or skills?
Is the answer
accurate?…Explain
educational
requirements…. (10
points)
10 pts
10 pts
A
Response is
complete and
accurate;
contains
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
8.5 pts
B
Response is
complete and
mostly
accurate;
contains
some details
and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
7.5 pts
C
Response is
somewhat
complete
and/or is
somewhat
inaccurate;
and/or does
not contain
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
some
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
6 pts
D
Response is
incomplete or
is mostly
inaccurate;
lacks
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
does not
include
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
0 pts
F
Response is
incomplete;
answers are
inaccurate
and/or not
explained; no
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
10 pts
A
Response is
complete and
accurate;
contains
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
8.5 pts
B
Response is
complete and
mostly
accurate;
contains
some details
and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
7.5 pts
C
Response is
somewhat
complete
and/or is
somewhat
inaccurate;
and/or does
not contain
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
some
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
6 pts
D
Response is
incomplete or
is mostly
inaccurate;
lacks
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
does not
include
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
0 pts
F
Response is
incomplete;
answers are
inaccurate
and/or not
explained; no
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
Criteria Ratings Pts
Demonstration of
Knowledge. Did the
student fully
respond to each
Assignment prompt?
Do the responses
demonstrate that the
student applied and
learned the
information or skills?
Is the answer
accurate?…Explain
any challenges you
might encounter
when working in this
role…. (10 points)
10 pts
Quality of Writing …
(15 points)
15 pts
Information
documentation …(5
5 pts
10 pts
A
Response is
complete and
accurate;
contains
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
8.5 pts
B
Response is
complete and
mostly
accurate;
contains
some details
and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
7.5 pts
C
Response is
somewhat
complete
and/or is
somewhat
inaccurate;
and/or does
not contain
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
some
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
6 pts
D
Response is
incomplete or
is mostly
inaccurate;
lacks
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
does not
include
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
0 pts
F
Response is
incomplete;
answers are
inaccurate
and/or not
explained; no
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
15 pts
A
Writing is clear
and organized
with few or no
errors in
mechanics,
usage,
grammar, or
spelling
(MUGS).
There is a
preponderance
of original
writing (i.e.,
use of own
words and
proper
paraphrasing).
12 pts
B
Writing is
mostly clear
and organized
with few
MUGS errors.
Writing is
original (i.e.,
use of own
words and
proper
paraphrasing).
10.5 pts
C
Writing is
somewhat
clear and
organized with
some MUGS
errors. Most
writing is
original (i.e.,
use of own
words and
proper
paraphrasing).
9 pts
D
Writing is
somewhat
unclear and
disorganized
and/or
contains
many MUGS
errors. There
is an overuse
of direct
quotations
and/or
ineffective
paraphrasing.
0 pts
F
Writing is
unclear
and/or
disorganized
and/or
contains
many
MUGS
errors.
There is an
underuse of
original
writing and
an overuse
of directly
quoted
content.
5 pts
A
3.5 pts
B
0 pts
C
0 pts
D
0 pts
F
Criteria Ratings Pts
points)
Total Points: 100
Information
from the
Learning
Resources is
properly
documented
with
citation(s) and
reference(s).
Information
from the
Learning
Resources is
partially
documented
with
citation(s)
and/or
reference(s).
Information
from the
Learning
Resources is
not cited or
referenced in
any way.
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MAJOR CONTROVERSIES IN FORENSIC
PSYCHOLOGY
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Since psychological insights into criminal behavior were first applied to the practice of law, the
relationship between psychology and the legal system has been marked by controversy and
conflict. Costanzo and Krauss (2021) note that Freud, the father of modern day psychology,
believed that his psychological theories could not only “improve,” but “transform” the way law was
practiced (p. 2). Although psychologists’ initial entry into law might have been made with the best
of intentions, some legal scholars viewed their interest as an unwelcome intrusion. More than a
century later, the two professions continue to maintain what Costanzo and Krauss describe as "a
cautious alliance" (p. 1).
Costanzo and Krauss refer to the interaction between psychology and the law as a "clash of
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of intentions, some legal scholars viewed their interest as an unwelcome intrusion. More than a
century later, the two professions continue to maintain what Costanzo and Krauss describe as "a
cautious alliance" (p. 1).
Costanzo and Krauss refer to the interaction between psychology and the law as a "clash of
cultures" because the fields do not share similar objectives. Costanzo and Krauss argue that
psychology, like all sciences, uses scientific inquiry as a basic methodology. Consequently, when
asked by the courts to draw definitive conclusions, forensic psychologists are hard-pressed to
state a simple yes or no. On the stand, they may feel ethically compromised because their
testimony provides likelihoods and probabilities. On the other hand, the court is charged with
delivering a clear-cut ruling either for or against, guilty or not, right or wrong.
For this week’s Discussion, you examine controversies related to the role of forensic
psychologists within the legal system.
To prepare for this Discussion:
Review the Course Introduction, located under the left navigation bar. Keep this overview in
mind as you work through each week of the course.
Review Chapter 1 in your course text, Forensic and Legal Psychology . Focus on the tension
that exists between the fields of psychology and law.
Refer to the Assignment Handout for your assigned topic and further instructions to examine a
current controversy in forensic psychology. Review the article(s) that address your assigned
controversy. Your assigned topic articles can be found under Week 1 Resources and the
Week 1 Discussion Assignment Handout.
Consider both perspectives relevant to your assigned controversy. Make an informed
argument for the perspective you consider most appropriate.
Click the following link to review the controversy topics for this assignment:
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PERSONAL MOTIVATIONS AND CAREER
GOALS
Salisbury (2012) attributes the recent growing interest in forensic psychology to the popularity of
investigative crime television series, as cited in Bartol and Bartol (2012b, p. 18). Many of these shows focus
on solving crimes with the help of a forensic psychologist. Your first exposure to the term forensic
psychology may have been through these television programs.
When your undergraduate program of study ends, you may want to pursue a number of professional and
educational opportunities in the field of forensic psychology. From trial consultants assisting in jury selection
to expert witnesses testifying on a defendant’s mental competence, forensic psychologists are involved in
many aspects of the legal process. As you explore your options in the field of forensic psychology, you must
be aware of the educational requirements for forensic psychology occupations. Many occupations in
forensic psychology require an advanced degree.
In this week’s Assignment, you identify professional areas of interest to you and explain which career paths
in forensic psychology you may choose to follow.
To prepare for this Assignment: Focus on occupations in forensic psychology.
Review this week’s Learning Resources, including the Bartol and Bartol (2012b) book excerpt and
Chapter 1 of your Costanzo and Krauss (2021) course text.
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PSYC_2101_Week_1_Assignment_Rubric
Think about why you are interested in forensic psychology.
Begin exploring forensic psychology careers using the Career Areas in Psychology section of the
Psychology Career Exploration Toolkit found in this Week’s Learning Resources.
Continue exploring forensic psychology careers by searching the Internet for occupations in forensic
psychology.
Identify three specific career paths in forensic psychology of greatest interest to you.
The Assignment (2–3 pages):
Explain academic, professional, or personal reasons for selecting forensic psychology as your program
of study or discuss why you chose to take this class.
Describe three specific occupations in the field of forensic psychology that interest you and explain why.
For each occupation:
Describe possible settings in which you might work.
Explain the type of work you might perform.
Describe types of populations with which you might work.
Explain educational requirements.
Explain any challenges you might encounter when working in this role
Support your Application Assignment with specific references to all resources used in its preparation. You
are asked to provide a reference list for all resources, including those in the Learning Resources for this
course.
Before submitting your final assignment, you can check your draft for authenticity. To check your
draft, access the Turnitin Drafts from the Start Here area.
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Criteria Ratings Pts
Demonstration of
Knowledge. Did the
student fully
respond to each
Assignment prompt?
Do the responses
demonstrate that the
student applied and
learned the
information or skills?
Is the answer
accurate?…Reasons
for selecting
Forensic
Psychology as your
program or taking
this class…. (15
points)
15 pts
Demonstration of
Knowledge. Did the
student fully
respond to each
Assignment prompt?
Do the responses
demonstrate that the
student applied and
learned the
information or skills?
Is the answer
accurate?…Describe
three specific
occupations in the
field of forensic
psychology that
interest you and
explain why…. (15
points)
15 pts
15 pts
A
Response is
complete and
accurate;
contains
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
12 pts
B
Response is
complete and
mostly
accurate;
contains
some details
and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
10.5 pts
C
Response is
somewhat
complete
and/or is
somewhat
inaccurate;
and/or does
not contain
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
some
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
9 pts
D
Response is
incomplete or
is mostly
inaccurate;
lacks
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
does not
include
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
0 pts
F
Response is
incomplete;
answers are
inaccurate
and/or not
explained; no
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
15 pts
A
Response is
complete and
accurate;
contains
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
12 pts
B
Response is
complete and
mostly
accurate;
contains
some details
and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
10.5 pts
C
Response is
somewhat
complete
and/or is
somewhat
inaccurate;
and/or does
not contain
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
some
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
9 pts
D
Response is
incomplete or
is mostly
inaccurate;
lacks
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
does not
include
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
0 pts
F
Response is
incomplete;
answers are
inaccurate
and/or not
explained; no
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
Criteria Ratings Pts
Demonstration of
Knowledge. Did the
student fully
respond to each
Assignment prompt?
Do the responses
demonstrate that the
student applied and
learned the
information or skills?
Is the answer
accurate?…Describe
possible settings in
which you might
work…. (10 points)
10 pts
Demonstration of
Knowledge. Did the
student fully
respond to each
Assignment prompt?
Do the responses
demonstrate that the
student applied and
learned the
information or skills?
Is the answer
accurate?…Explain
the type of work you
might perform…. (10
points)
10 pts
10 pts
A
Response is
complete and
accurate;
contains
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
8.5 pts
B
Response is
complete and
mostly
accurate;
contains
some details
and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
7.5 pts
C
Response is
somewhat
complete
and/or is
somewhat
inaccurate;
and/or does
not contain
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
some
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
6 pts
D
Response is
incomplete or
is mostly
inaccurate;
lacks
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
does not
include
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
0 pts
F
Response is
incomplete;
answers are
inaccurate
and/or not
explained; no
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
10 pts
A
Response is
complete and
accurate;
contains
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
8.5 pts
B
Response is
complete and
mostly
accurate;
contains
some details
and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
7.5 pts
C
Response is
somewhat
complete
and/or is
somewhat
inaccurate;
and/or does
not contain
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
some
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
6 pts
D
Response is
incomplete or
is mostly
inaccurate;
lacks
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
does not
include
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
0 pts
F
Response is
incomplete;
answers are
inaccurate
and/or not
explained; no
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
Criteria Ratings Pts
Demonstration of
Knowledge. Did the
student fully
respond to each
Assignment prompt?
Do the responses
demonstrate that the
student applied and
learned the
information or skills?
Is the answer
accurate?…Describe
types of populations
with which you
might work…. (10
points)
10 pts
Demonstration of
Knowledge. Did the
student fully
respond to each
Assignment prompt?
Do the responses
demonstrate that the
student applied and
learned the
information or skills?
Is the answer
accurate?…Explain
educational
requirements…. (10
points)
10 pts
10 pts
A
Response is
complete and
accurate;
contains
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
8.5 pts
B
Response is
complete and
mostly
accurate;
contains
some details
and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
7.5 pts
C
Response is
somewhat
complete
and/or is
somewhat
inaccurate;
and/or does
not contain
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
some
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
6 pts
D
Response is
incomplete or
is mostly
inaccurate;
lacks
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
does not
include
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
0 pts
F
Response is
incomplete;
answers are
inaccurate
and/or not
explained; no
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
10 pts
A
Response is
complete and
accurate;
contains
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
8.5 pts
B
Response is
complete and
mostly
accurate;
contains
some details
and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
7.5 pts
C
Response is
somewhat
complete
and/or is
somewhat
inaccurate;
and/or does
not contain
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
some
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
6 pts
D
Response is
incomplete or
is mostly
inaccurate;
lacks
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
does not
include
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
0 pts
F
Response is
incomplete;
answers are
inaccurate
and/or not
explained; no
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
Criteria Ratings Pts
Demonstration of
Knowledge. Did the
student fully
respond to each
Assignment prompt?
Do the responses
demonstrate that the
student applied and
learned the
information or skills?
Is the answer
accurate?…Explain
any challenges you
might encounter
when working in this
role…. (10 points)
10 pts
Quality of Writing …
(15 points)
15 pts
Information
documentation …(5
5 pts
10 pts
A
Response is
complete and
accurate;
contains
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
8.5 pts
B
Response is
complete and
mostly
accurate;
contains
some details
and/or
explanation;
includes
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
7.5 pts
C
Response is
somewhat
complete
and/or is
somewhat
inaccurate;
and/or does
not contain
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
includes
some
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
6 pts
D
Response is
incomplete or
is mostly
inaccurate;
lacks
sufficient
details and/or
explanation;
does not
include
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
0 pts
F
Response is
incomplete;
answers are
inaccurate
and/or not
explained; no
supporting
information
from the
Learning
Resources
when
necessary.
15 pts
A
Writing is clear
and organized
with few or no
errors in
mechanics,
usage,
grammar, or
spelling
(MUGS).
There is a
preponderance
of original
writing (i.e.,
use of own
words and
proper
paraphrasing).
12 pts
B
Writing is
mostly clear
and organized
with few
MUGS errors.
Writing is
original (i.e.,
use of own
words and
proper
paraphrasing).
10.5 pts
C
Writing is
somewhat
clear and
organized with
some MUGS
errors. Most
writing is
original (i.e.,
use of own
words and
proper
paraphrasing).
9 pts
D
Writing is
somewhat
unclear and
disorganized
and/or
contains
many MUGS
errors. There
is an overuse
of direct
quotations
and/or
ineffective
paraphrasing.
0 pts
F
Writing is
unclear
and/or
disorganized
and/or
contains
many
MUGS
errors.
There is an
underuse of
original
writing and
an overuse
of directly
quoted
content.
5 pts
A
3.5 pts
B
0 pts
C
0 pts
D
0 pts
F
Criteria Ratings Pts
points)
Total Points: 100
Information
from the
Learning
Resources is
properly
documented
with
citation(s) and
reference(s).
Information
from the
Learning
Resources is
partially
documented
with
citation(s)
and/or
reference(s).
Information
from the
Learning
Resources is
not cited or
referenced in
any way.