Theory Paper 1

In this assignment you will use the Ecosystems Approach (combining Ecological and Systems theories- see pg.49 of Textbook). Use at least 5 professional sources (peer-reviewed journal articles, studies, books, book chapters, etc.) about the theory and the movie Moonlight and thoroughly answer the following:

1. Fully describe the theory including the main concepts and principles. (1 pg)

2. Using the sources you’ve reviewed, describe the strengths and weaknesses of the theory (what is it helpful in understanding, what isn’t it helpful in understanding, does it have flaws). Be specific and explain. (1pg).

3. Describe how the theory can be used to explain this “case,” the characters’ behaviors and attitudes (positive and negative) from Moonlight. How does the theory help us understand every level of the systems and how they function/interact? Use examples from the movie to help illustrate your points. (2 pgs)

4. Summarize your analysis overall of this theory, how helpful was it to understand this “case” and include the specific populations and contexts when and where you believe this theory IS appropriate and IS NOT appropriate to be used and support your position. (1 pg). This is a very important section of this paper.

The paper should be approximately 7 pages in length (including references or Title page) in APA style. No abstract needed. Worth 50 points.

Theory Paper 1- RUBRIC – 50 pts

Unsatisfactory

Marginal

Proficient

Exemplary

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APA & Writing Quality (10 Points)

One of the following are demonstrated; (1) paper includes cover page and references; (2) paper consistently and flawlessly follows guidelines and APA manual (6th ed.) for headings, spacing, in-text and reference list citations; (3) no spelling, punctuation, and/or grammatical errors are readily apparent; (4) paper includes at least 5 references; (5) consistently follows assignment format and no sections are omitted; (6) content is included under the proper heading

(0 points)

Two of the following are demonstrated; (1) paper includes cover page and references; (2) paper consistently and flawlessly follows guidelines and APA manual (6th ed.) for headings, spacing, in-text and reference list citations; (3) no spelling, punctuation, and/or grammatical errors are readily apparent; (4) paper includes at least 5 references; (5) consistently follows assignment format and no sections are omitted; (6) content is included under the proper heading

(1-5 points)

Four of the following are demonstrated; (1) paper includes cover page and references; (2) paper consistently and flawlessly follows guidelines and APA manual (6th ed.) for headings, spacing, in-text and reference list citations; (3) no spelling, punctuation, and/or grammatical errors are readily apparent; (4) paper includes at least 5 references; (5) consistently follows assignment format and no sections are omitted; (6) content is included under the proper heading

(6-8 points)

All of the following are demonstrated in an exemplary way; (1) paper includes cover page and references; (2) paper consistently and flawlessly follows guidelines and APA manual (6th ed.) for headings, spacing, in-text and reference list citations; (3) no spelling, punctuation, and/or grammatical errors are readily apparent; (4) paper includes at least 5 references; (5) consistently follows assignment format and no sections are omitted; (6) content is included under the proper heading

(9-10 points)

Description of theory (5 points)

EPAS 2015

Foundation 8.2

The theory is not described and there is no discussion of main concepts and terms

(0 points)

The theory is poorly described or inaccurately described and there is little to no discussion of the main concepts and terms

(1-point)

The theory is mostly described but a few main concepts and terms are left out

(2-4 points)

The theory is thoroughly described including all of its main concepts and terms in an exemplary way

(5 points)

Appraisal of strengths and weaknesses (10 points)

None of the strengths and weaknesses are presented

(0 points)

Few strengths and weaknesses are presented, they are poorly described, and/or all levels are not addressed

(1-5 points)

Several strengths and several weaknesses are presented but they are marginally described, or all levels have not been addressed

(6-8 points)

Several strengths and several weaknesses are presented at all three levels (micro, mezzo, and macro) in an exemplary way

(9-10 points)

Explanation of case with Theory (15 points)

Description includes minimal explanation of case and behaviors based on theory and inadequately explains how various levels function, and uses terms outside of the theory

(0 points)

Description includes minimal explanation of case and behaviors based on theory or inadequately explains how various levels function, or uses terms outside of the theory

(1-7 points)

Description explains case and behaviors and attitudes of characters solely based on theory; explains how various levels function, uses terms of the theory adequately

(8-11 points)

Description explains case and behaviors and attitudes of characters solely based on theory; explains how various levels function, uses terms of the theory in an exemplary way

(12-15 points)

Your summary analysis (10 points)

EPAS 2015

Foundation 1.1

Final summary includes no analysis of theory and had no information from each section of the paper

(0 points)

Final summary includes minimal analysis and little to no information from each section of the paper

(1-5 points)

Final summary includes an analysis of the theory incorporating a few sections of the paper

(6-8 points)

Final summary includes thorough and balanced analysis of theory and incorporates information from every section of the paper in an exemplary way

(9-10 points)