CRIM 3151 A5

Critical Reflective Essay 5 (50 marks; 10%) Instructions & Submission
General Introduction for all Critical Reflective Essays
Each of the six critical reflective essays in this course is worth 50 marks and will contribute 10% of your final grade. These essays are the venue through which you will record your comments and ideas on the subject matter, readings, and videos, with particular focus on synthesizing material and using critical thinking skills. This task of essay writing is not an exercise in simply summarizing the readings.
General Instructions for all Critical Reflective Essays
You are required to write a critical reflective essay that integrates your personal experiences and reflections with demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the course content covered.
Your essay should be 4–5 pages long, and should be double-spaced using a 12-point font. Since this is a reflective assignment, write from the first-person perspective.
Include an introduction paragraph, body paragraphs, and a conclusion. The introduction could include what the essay will cover and why the topic(s) are important. Referring to the course materials, incorporate your own informed opinions, personal experiences, and ideas. You should demonstrate that you have read/viewed the material and have critically reflected on it. The questions posed for this essay are meant to guide your thinking and writing.
Use proper APA referencing when citing any material from the course readings (this includes both paraphrasing and direct quotes).
Instructions for Critical Reflective Essay 5
After completing all activities for Modules 8 and 9, use the prompting questions below to write Critical Reflective Essay 5. Please ensure that you consult the instructions and marking guide prior to completing this assignment. Also make sure to demonstrate that you have completed all the readings/viewings and can integrate their points into your critical reflections.
What were your personal reactions to the course content in Modules 8 and 9?
What was the most surprising thing that stood out to you?
What, if anything, could you relate to from what you read/viewed?
Two essential concepts for appreciating the risks and benefits associated with restorative justice are shame and trauma. Using ideas from the course materials in Modules 8 and 9, discuss the implications of trauma and shame for both victims and those who cause harm. What possible effects does this understanding of shame and trauma have on current criminal justice practices, from arrest through to court proceedings and incarceration? Compare and contrast how the existing legal system and restorative justice might handle or mishandle shame and trauma. What are the benefits and risks related to both approaches?
Marking Guide
Demonstrates knowledge of course material (readings, viewings, etc.)
15 marks

Demonstrates critical thinking
15 marks

Integrates personal experiences, informed opinions, and own ideas
10 marks

Composition (spelling, flow, grammar, APA referencing, etc.)
10 marks

 
Total 50 marks

Submission Information
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