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the serial killer that I chose is Jeffrey Dahmer and the book that needs to be counted as a reference is attached below. I know that I am only paying for 6 pages so if you can do everything in 6 pages I can worry about doing the reflection. just let me know and I appreciate you regardless. please make sure there are 6 references at least 3 need to be peer reviewed articles, the book counts as one as well. include in text citations, and these
are also some things my professor wants us to include: Reflection is not part of the 6-7 pages
Only part that should be in first person is the reflection Paper should have 6 sources book is one source and should include in text citations No late papers at all
APA style Have an orginal title Small introductory paragraph 4-7 sentences Briefly introduce the serial killer The serial killer portrayed in this paper is Jeff dahmer and the (stuff that he did) No works cited page, a reference page
Reference at the end of every sentence Criminal activity 2 pages Engagement with victims Signature marks or souvenirs How were they caught and how did they act? Almost every sentence should be cited Analysis is bulk of paper 3-4 pages One theory and one concept Why do you think it happened and why do you think they were like that
Category number of evil scale Assign them a number and why for evil scale Don’t number references
PURPOSE Aggression and violence are complex social problems that are best understood using multidisciplinary approaches. Drawing from research and theoretical frameworks covered in this course, you will apply what you have learned and explore one of the most bizarre and intriguing phenomena in human behavior, the serial killer. Examining the lives of serial killers offers a useful learning tool because their behavior is unquestionably aggressive and often depicts the most extreme cases of violence. The purpose of this research paper is to facilitate making connections between theory, research, and the real-world implications triggered by such violent behavior.
OBJECTIVES The main object of this assignment is to research a serial killer of your choice and explain his or her actions with the theories and concepts discussed throughout this course. After completing this research paper, you will be able to recognize the key theories and concepts discussed in chapters 2 and 4 of your book. Additionally, you will have expanded your knowledge of the physiology and psychology of human aggression and violence.
TASKS 1. Content: The content of your paper must address the three parts discussed below. You need to incorporate theories, concepts, and research discussed throughout this course and/or from your book.
Part 1: Biographical Information – What was the individual’s life like? Upbringing? Criminal behavior? What was his/her childhood like? Childhood behavioral problems? Schooling? Did he/she marry? Have any children? Sexual orientation? Social behavior? (1 page)
Part 2: Criminal Activity – What were the nature of the crimes? How many victims? Any specific victim characteristics? Did the killer take souvenirs and/or leave a signature? What is their “modus operandi” (method of doing something)? Time span for the crimes? What was his/her behavior when caught? What was he/she charged with and sentenced to? Is he/she still alive? (1 page)
Part 3: Analysis/Characterizing the Serial Killer – Attempt to analyze the killer’s behavior from any of the approaches discussed in Alvarez and Bachman (your textbook) and additional sources. Give specific examples of how the individual’s behavior connects with at least one theory and one concept discussed in class. Finally, based on the Gradations of Evil Scale, note which category number is most appropriate and include your reasons. (3-4 pages)
2. Reflection: You are required to complete a one-page reflection paper explaining why you chose this specific killer. This reflection is intended to be your viewpoint, as such, no references are needed. You may wish to consider the ways your culture, social setting, ethnicity, sex, or upbringing has affected your beliefs about serial killers. You also may reflect on any assumptions you may have had prior to your research and if so, how your background norms and beliefs have influenced these assumptions.
3. References: A minimum of 6 references should be used, with at least 3 sources being from peer-reviewed journals. Note the following:
You must count your book as a reference.
Unacceptable sources of information: Wikipedia, Murderpedia, and/or opinion blogs. These tend to be biased and unreliable. Always look for the original source of information.
References need to be typed in current APA format. This includes all in-text citations.
SPECIFICATIONS Five to six pages of content and a one-page reflection, for a total of 6-7 pages. NO MORE THAN 7 WRITTEN PAGES WILL BE CONSIDERED.
Paper must be double-spaced.
The Content of your paper should not be written in first person (i.e., avoid using “I,” “we,” or “us”). The Reflection portion is the only place to use 1st person since you are giving YOUR point of view.
Paper and references are to be written in APA format, 7th edition.
NO running head is required.
In-text citations MUST be cited in APA format. If the words written on your paper are not your own, you must cite the original source of information.
All citations must have a date of print.
Plagiarism
If the words written in your paper are not your own, you need to cite the original source of information. This can be flagged as plagiarized, and you will receive a zero.
Before officially submitting your research paper, check your similarity score on Turn It In. If your paper is flagged over 40%, you will automatically receive a ZERO.
Paper must be submitted through Canvas by 11:59pm on the due date. I suggest submitting earlier to avoid a “submission error” on Canvas.
Absolutely NO LATE PAPERS will be accepted. If you could not upload the paper on Canvas or if you do not submit the paper in the required format, I will not accept it late. You will get a zero.
PAPER FORMAT Title Page: Include a title, your name, class, and date. All centered.
Content: The following 5-6 pages should be the content of your research, as noted above in Parts 1-3. Make sure to use section headings (Biographical Information; Criminal Activity; Analysis)
Reflection: Following the content, a page titled “Reflection” should be included. This additional 1 page should be the reflection portion of your paper.
References: The last page should be titled “References.” All references that you used, including the book, should be written in current APA format.
DO NOT write the assignment in Q&A format.
Check your spelling, sentence structure, and grammar. Do not use contractions.
SUBMISSION FORMAT Click Submit Assignment in the upper right to choose the upload type for your assignment, then click Submit Assignment to complete the submission.
Please submit your assignment by uploading a Microsoft Word Document (using a .doc or .docx file extension).