True Crime Project: Review and Analysis paper
– There is a book called Deviant by Harold Schechter that will need to be looked at in order to complete this paper. I will pay extra if there is a cost to acquire this book.
– The book report should be 12 pages in length (excluding Abstract, list of references, and any appendices)
– Cover Page and Abstract – 150 words that summarize the entire paper
Introduction (~1 page) – Interesting, engaging introduction to the topic; frames your entire report.
– Review of Book and Case (~3-4 pages) – Provides reader with a summary of the book and overview of
the case. Covers the most relevant and important details, but in a summary fashion, not a chapter-by- chapter (tedious) description. This section should also include comments and critiques of the author’s coverage of the case. This takes some outside research.
– Theoretical Analysis (~5 pages) – Choose one of three theoretical models presented in class (Hickey Trauma Control, Athens #1, Athens #2) and provide an analysis of serial murder, applying your case as an example. You will rely heavily on class materials and lectures; also draw upon outside sources, at least eight of which need to be academic. See detailed requirements below. This section is critical to demonstrating your ability to understand and analyze serial murder within a specific theoretical framework.
– Conclusion and Closing Comments (~2 pages) – Summarizes report and discusses usefulness of the book in adding to our knowledge of serial murder in general. Provides a discussion of the “big idea,” as well as connections to the “north star” for this course and/or your own personal north star. Answer the “So what” question; why is this important to society?
– List of References – Use ASA Lite Guidelines for in-text citations and list of references. You are required to draw upon a minimum of twelve outside sources, at least ten of which must be academic.
– Appendices – Attachments of whatever you think will add to the interest and comprehensiveness of your report.
– Further instructions and details will be provided in the attached file. Thank you
