Topics for Paper #3
-Basic functions of police work:
Service responsibilities in urban vs. suburban areas—what are the expectations?
-Basic functions of police work:
Local vs. state vs. federal
-Police discretion in a fraught political climate
Specialized policing
(some examples include aviation units, marine units, undercover drug units, special operation response team, etc.)
More examples–policing people with mental illness, domestic violence, the homeless, and policing criminal gangs
The structure of the papers will be as follows:
1. Introduction:
– Provide an overview of the topic or issue that will be critically analyzed.
– Clearly state the research question or the main focus of the paper.
2. Background and Context:
– Provide necessary background information to help readers understand the topic.
– Discuss the significance or relevance of the topic in the field of study.
3. Literature Review:
– Review and summarize relevant scholarly articles, books, or other sources that provide different viewpoints or arguments related to the topic.
– Identify key themes or debates within the literature.
4. Analysis:
– Present and critically evaluate different perspectives, arguments, or theories related to the topic.
– Compare and contrast the strengths and weaknesses of each perspective or argument.
– Use evidence, examples, and logical reasoning to support your analysis.
5. Synthesis:
– Identify commonalities or patterns across the different perspectives or arguments.
– Discuss any emerging trends, gaps, or unresolved issues in the literature.
6. Evaluation:
– Evaluate the credibility and reliability of the sources used in the analysis.
– Assess the strengths and limitations of each perspective or argument.
– Make connections between the analysis and the broader implications or applications of the topic.
7. Conclusion:
– Summarize the main findings and arguments presented in the paper.
– Provide a concise conclusion that highlights the significance of the analysis and any recommendations for further research or action.
8. References:
– Cite all the sources used in the paper using APA style.
The papers should be double-spaced, with 12-font, and a minimum of eight pages, not including the title and reference pages.
