International Terror Policy
Theory Paper
Total possible points = 15
Instructions
Write a paper responding to the following prompt:
1. Discuss one theory about the origins of extremism/terrorism. There are many different theories ranging from the individual to the society level, religious to secular, and everything in between. Note that this is
not
your
theory but a previously established and researched academic theory that already exists. Use real life examples to discuss both the strengths and weaknesses of this theory.
a. Introducing and explaining the theory should take up no more than one page of your paper.
b. This is a global-focused course therefore your paper should be as well. Your examples should not include the US.
c. The paper must be a balanced one. Do not solely support or discredit the theory.
d. Your evaluation of the theory must be your own. Do not simply parrot existing critiques. Your evaluation needs to be well researched and supported but should consist your own ideas.
Do not include works in your works cited that are not present in the paper. You must APA format for your citations and works cited page. MANY programs will format your citations for you – and we are always happy to introduce you to a few.
You will be submitting your papers through Turnitin and the following rant is because every semester we have a student who thinks they can get away with it.
Plagiarism is a direct violation of the Florida State University and will not be tolerated. Any instances of plagiarism found may result in failure of the assignment as well as the full weight of a FSU Honor Code Violation. The Florida State University Academic Honor Policy outlines the University’s expectations for the integrity of students’ academic work, the procedures for resolving alleged violations of those expectations, and the rights and responsibilities of students and faculty members throughout the process. Students are responsible for reading the Academic Honor Policy and for living up to their pledge to “. . . be honest and truthful and . . . [to] strive for personal and institutional integrity at Florida State University.” (Florida State University Academic Honor Policy, found at http://dof.fsu.edu/honorpolicy.htm.)
Under no circumstances should you be using Wikipedia or similar web sites as a reference for your papers. This includes any website that allows for community editing of information (a wiki). However, you may visit Wikipedia, etc. to find other primary source information.
Your paper must be 1.5 spaced, 11 Times New Roman font, with 1” margins. You must have a title page and a works cited page. These pages do not count as written content. Spacing between paragraphs should be set at zero. All information presented in the paper must be presented clearly and backed up by cited research. We use the grading rubric found below so there should be no surprises as to what you will be graded on.
Paper Requirements:
Undergraduates papers must be 3 pages of
written content (This does not include title page or bibliography), and must cite at least
5 quality sources. Graduates will write 4 pages with the same specifics, and with at least 7 sources.
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EXEMPLARY |
POOR |
UNSATISFACTORY |
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Content (6 pts) |
Content is accurate and appropriate. Information presented is clearly backed up by cited research. |
Some content seems unsupported and/or not relevant to the topic |
Sections relating to required areas are not all present. Content is not accurate or relevant. |
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APA (2 pts) |
Citations and bibliography are all included and in APA format. Writing does not use first person (“I” or “we”) in body of paper. |
Citations and bibliography are all included but in poor APA format. Writing may include first person (“I” or “we”) in body of paper. |
Citations and bibliography are all included and in APA format. Writing uses first person (“I” or “we”) in body of paper. |
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Quality of Research (3 pts) |
Sources used for research included juried journals and/or recognized web sources. No Wikipedia or other self–modified web sites are used. At least 3 (or 5 for grad students) or more quality sources are present. Research is well integrated into paper and has good flow. |
Sources used for research included juried journals and/or recognized web sources. No Wikipedia or other self–modified web sites are used. Fewer than 3 (or 5 for grad students) quality sources are present. |
Sources used for research does not include juried journals and/or recognized web sources. Wikipedia or other self–modified web sites are used. |
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Editing (2 pts) |
Sentence structure, grammar, and diction excellent; correct use of punctuation and APA format; minimal to no spelling errors. Paper follows length guidelines in syllabus. |
Sentence structure, grammar, and diction are weak; punctuation and APA format often used correctly. Some (minor) spelling errors; may have one run-on sentence. Paper falls short of length guidelines in syllabus. |
Big problems in sentence structure, grammar, and diction. Frequent major errors in APA format, punctuation, and spelling. May have many run-on sentences and comma splices. Needs editing. Paper does not follow length guidelines. |
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Professors’ Reaction (2 pts) |
Paper is interesting and educational when read. Writing and research flows in a way that is easy to understand. Arguments presented are well supported by research. |
Paper is interesting and educational when read. Writing and research may take some effort to understand. Arguments presented are not well supported by research. |
Paper is difficult to follow and read. Writing and research does not flow in a way that is easy to understand. Arguments presented are not supported by research. |
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