Locate an article concerning conflict resolution and peacemaking using the course readings, the University Library, and other resources.

Prepare a 700- to 1,050-word paper in which you analyze your article. Describe elements of conflict resolution and peacemaking.

Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.

Rubric
1[OA] Signature Assignment: Conflict Resolution and Peacemaking Paper1001Criteria: Applying Psychology Everyday Life(25%)

Does Not Meet Expectations

Does not understand how psychological principles can be used to explain social issues.
Approaches Expectations

A basic understanding of how psychological principles can be used to explain social issues.
Meets Expectations

Clear ability to apply the importance of psychological principles to explain social issues.
Exceeds Expectations

Consistent and clear ability to apply psychological principles to explain social issues, societal needs, and public policy.

2Criteria: Antecedents and Consequences of Behavior(25%)

Does Not Meet Expectations

Does not understand the function of antecedents and consequences of behavior.
Approaches Expectations

A basic understanding of a few antecedent and behavior consequences.
Meets Expectations

Clear ability to discuss the function of antecedent and behavior consequences.
Exceeds Expectations

Consistent and clear ability to demonstrate a thorough understanding of the function of the antecedent-consequence link of behavior and can apply to clinical, school, community, or industrial settings.

3Criteria: Theoretical Principles of Psychology(25%)

Does Not Meet Expectations

Does not understand psychological theories to explain and predict behavior.
Approaches Expectations

Basic understanding and recognition of the function of psychological theories to explain and predict behavior.
Meets Expectations

Clear ability to discuss the function of psychological concepts, theories, and trends to explain and predict behavior.
Exceeds Expectations

Consistent and advanced understanding of psychological concepts, theories, and trends to explain and predict behavior.

4Criteria: Quality of written communication(20%)

Does Not Meet Expectations

Inconsistent grammar, spelling and paragraphing throughout paper and inability to explain findings clearly. Surface errors are pervasive enough that they impede communication of meaning.
Approaches Expectations

Adequate explanation of findings. Frequent and repetitive mechanical errors distract the reader. Inconsistencies in language, sentence structure, and/or word choice are present.
Meets Expectations

Clear and logical written explanation of findings. Some mechanical errors or typos are present, but are not overly distracting to the reader. Correct sentence structure and audience-appropriate language are used.
Exceeds Expectations

Exceptionally concise written explanation of findings. Prose is free of mechanical errors. A variety of sentence structures and effective figures of speech are used. Writer is clearly in command of standard, written, academic English.

5Criteria: Use of APA Format/Style(5%)

Does Not Meet Expectations

APA format and style are not evident.
Approaches Expectations

Missing APA elements; in-text citations, where necessary, are used but formatted inaccurately and not referenced.
Meets Expectations

All key elements of an APA title page are present; In-text citations and a reference page are present with few format errors. Mechanics of writing are reflective of APA style.
Exceeds Expectations

A broad understanding of APA format and style is evident. Accurate citations and references are presented. No APA errors are evident.

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