PSY101 \u2013 Fundamentals of Psychology<\/p>\n
You are required to complete one course paper during the 8-week module; it will be due at the end of Unit 7.
\nThe requirements for your course paper are as follows:
\n\u2022 Written in the format of the most current (6th) edition of the APA manual.
\n\u2022 This type of research paper is similar to a literature review in that you will be discussing what information is currently known about your topic.
\n\u2022 Include a discussion of psychological theory AND key research findings relevant to your chosen topic (below). Your incorporation of theory and research should
\ncome from the information you find through your reading of scholarly sources and journal articles (from your course paper resources assignment due in UNIT 3).
\n\u2022 Include specific examples that support theory and research.
\n\u2022 Please note that this is NOT an opinion essay.
\n\u2022 The body of the paper must be five full pages in length, not including APA style title page and References page.
\n\u2022 Each paper must be a Word document, double spaced with size 12 Times New Roman font and 1 inch margins on all sides.
\n\u2022 Please use complete sentences, appropriate grammar, spelling, and a minimum of
\n\u2022 4 SCHOLARLY references (you may use your textbook as one reference). Please be sure to avoid using Internet sources such as Wikipedia or other web-based
\nresources that do not have strong academic backing.
\n\u2022 You will also be required to use in-text references in your work in accordance with APA style to avoid plagiarism. Plagiarism detection software will be used
\nto scan each paper.
\nRefer to the rubric below for a guideline as to how your paper will be graded. Students are strongly encouraged to use the writing center (writingcenter@post.edu) for
\nassistance with all assignments.
\nEach paper must be submitted via Blackboard; emailed copies will not be accepted. Policies in regard to turning work in late also apply to these assignments.
\nCourse Paper Topic: Define reinforcement and punishment. Why do psychologists prefer negative reinforcement to punishment as a way to shape behavior? Be sure to share
\nat least 4 scholarly research examples in your discussion of the concepts.
\nRefer to the grading rubric on the next page for grading criteria.
\nStudents: Be sure to read the criteria, by which your paper\/project will be evaluated, before you write, and again after you write.<\/p>\n
Evaluation Rubric for Course Paper Assignment<\/p>\n
CRITERIA Deficient Development Needed Proficient Exemplary
\n0 \u2013 35 points 36- 47 points 48 \u2013 53 points 54 – 60 points
\nContent Subject matter is minimally addressed. Opinions are offered but arguments lack scholarly backing. Subject matter is adequately addressed. Arguments are
\npartially supported by scholarly research. Subject matter is fairly well addressed. Arguments are supported by scholarly research but could be further elaborated
\nwith specific details. Subject matter is thoroughly addressed. Arguments are well elaborated and fully supported with scholarly research and specific examples.
\n0 \u2013 8 points 9 \u2013 11 points 12 \u2013 13 points 14 – 15 points
\nScholarly Sources One or no scholarly sources are used. Two to three scholarly sources are included but are not well represented within the paper. Four
\nscholarly sources are included but content discussion is not well represented within the paper. Four scholarly sources are included. Scholarly source content is well
\nrepresented within the paper.
\n0 \u2013 8 points 9 \u2013 11 points 12 \u2013 13 points 14 – 15 points
\nStructure and Flow Flow is poor. Paragraphing is inappropriate. Transitions are minimal or absent. Significant redundancy is evident. Flow is adequate.
\nParagraphs may be too long or too short. Transitions are minimal and redundancy is evident. Flow is good. Paragraphing is mostly appropriate. Transitions are
\npresent and redundancies are minimal. Flow is excellent. Paragraphing is clear and transitions are smooth and consistent. Inappropriate redundancies are absent.
\n0 \u2013 5 points 6 \u2013 7 points 8 points 9 – 10 points
\nClear and professional writing and format Errors impede professional presentation; guidelines not followed. Numerous errors somewhat interfere with
\nprofessional presentation. Few errors that do not impede professional presentation. Writing and format is clear, professional, APA compliant, and error
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