Overview

In the Article Critique Assignments, you will systematically and objectively critique criminal justice-related research articles to understand published research. You will critique the strengths and weaknesses of peer-reviewed journal articles and carefully analyze arguments and points in the article. You will develop the technical writing skill of critiquing while furthering critical thinking application and knowledge of the topics investigated. You will incorporate and apply a Christian worldview perspective to each topic and Article Critique Assignment.

Instructions

· 4-7 pages excluding the title page, abstract, and reference pages.

· Current APA format.

· Minimum of two (2) peer-reviewed journal articles from Liberty University library. 

· Acceptable sources (peer-reviewed articles published within the last 5-10 years only).

· Include a critique of least two (2) strengths and two (2) weaknesses from each article.

· Include a Christian and Biblical Worldview perspective. 

This Article Critique Assignment requires that you follow a template. Please review and follow the template carefully. Include a running header, title page, abstract (between 120-250 words), proper APA headings/subheadings, and a reference page. Please note that you are asked not to change or omit any of the bold headings that are already in the template. You are only asked to insert your written content into the appropriate sections of the template. 

Article Critique:  Police Ethnocentricity, Subculture, and Historical Evolution Assignment 

Locate two (2) peer-reviewed articles no older than 5-10 years about ethics in policing administration. Provide an in-depth discussion of the findings in each article.

·  Based on your critique of the literary pieces, what might an ethical organization look like?

·  Specify the characteristics of training, leadership, and employees that might be expected in an ethical police organization.

·  Review the biblical themes in the video titled: “Police Ethnocentricity, Subculture, and Historical Evolution” found in the module’s Learn section.

·  Discuss some of the challenges associated with organizations that are replete with corruption like racism and discrimination from a Christian and Biblical worldview.

use the template