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CJ 406 Module One Journal Guidelines and Rubric
Overview
In this assignment, you will explore the pros and cons of body cameras being used by law enforcement officers.
Prompt
Note: Be sure that you have read the required readings in the “Increasing Use of Technology in Criminal Justice” resources section before completing this journal entry.
Now that you’ve reviewed the resources about the increasing use of technology in the criminal justice field, you are familiar with various types of technology and their uses. One popular
technology topic is the use of video footage, specifically law enforcement officers using body cameras. For this journal entry, you will consider the pros and cons of using body cameras. You will
also consider how elements of the criminal justice system and society impact the use of body cameras.
Specifically, address the following criteria:
In 50 to 75 words, explain the pros of using body cameraspros of using body cameraspros of using body cameraspros of using body cameras.
In 50 to 75 words, explain the cons of using body camerascons of using body camerascons of using body camerascons of using body cameras.
In 100 to 150 words, explain how elements of the criminal justice systemelements of the criminal justice systemelements of the criminal justice systemelements of the criminal justice system impact the use of body cameras.
Identify in which area(s) of criminal justice (law enforcement, courts, correctional institutions, and/or parole/probation) there are factors that may impact the use of body cameras.
Explain how these factors impact the use of body cameras.
In 100 to 150 words, explain how elements of societyelements of societyelements of societyelements of society contribute to the use of body cameras.
Explain the cultural, political, and/or social factors that influence the use of body cameras and how they do so.
What to Submit
This assignment should be 300 to 450 words in length. Sources should be cited according to APA style. Consult the Shapiro Library APA Style Guide for more information on citations.
Note:Note:Note:Note: For journal assignments, you can receive a Proficient, Needs Improvement, or Not Evident score on each of your rubric criteria. There is no Exemplary score for this assignment, because
you will receive feedback and make revisions to improve beyond proficiency in these concepts.
Module One Journal Rubric
CriteriaCriteriaCriteriaCriteria Proficient (100%)Proficient (100%)Proficient (100%)Proficient (100%) Needs Improvement (85%)Needs Improvement (85%)Needs Improvement (85%)Needs Improvement (85%) Not Evident (0%)Not Evident (0%)Not Evident (0%)Not Evident (0%) ValueValueValueValue
Articulation of ResponseArticulation of ResponseArticulation of ResponseArticulation of Response Clearly conveys meaning with correct
grammar, sentence structure, and spelling,
demonstrating an understanding of
audience and purpose
Shows progress toward proficiency, but
with errors in grammar, sentence structure,
and spelling, negatively impacting
readability
Submission has critical errors in grammar,
sentence structure, and spelling,
preventing understanding of ideas
15
Pros of Using BodyPros of Using BodyPros of Using BodyPros of Using Body
CamerasCamerasCamerasCameras
Explains the pros of using body cameras Shows progress toward proficiency, but
with errors or omissions
Does not attempt criterion 15
Cons of Using BodyCons of Using BodyCons of Using BodyCons of Using Body
CamerasCamerasCamerasCameras
Explains the cons of using body cameras Shows progress toward proficiency, but
with errors or omissions
Does not attempt criterion 15
Elements of the CriminalElements of the CriminalElements of the CriminalElements of the Criminal
Justice SystemJustice SystemJustice SystemJustice System
Explains how elements of the criminal
justice system impact the use of body
cameras
Shows progress toward proficiency, but
with errors or omissions
Does not attempt criterion 25
Elements of SocietyElements of SocietyElements of SocietyElements of Society Explains how elements of society
contribute to the use of body cameras
Shows progress toward proficiency, but
with errors or omissions
Does not attempt criterion 25
Citations andCitations andCitations andCitations and
AttributionsAttributionsAttributionsAttributions
Uses citations for ideas requiring
attribution, with consistent minor errors
Uses citations for ideas requiring
attribution, with major errors
Does not use citations for ideas requiring
attribution
5
Total:Total:Total:Total: 100%
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