Category: Law : Law

Answer both questions with minimum of 250 words each include one reference per question as well as in text citations.
1) Below you will find two sets of variables. From each set, devise a testable hypothesis.  Identify the independent and dependent variables. As a point of departure, briefly describe what independent and dependent variables are.
Set 1: age and propensity to vote in presidential elections
Set 2: democratic political systems and political violence
2) What are the characteristics of a strong hypothesis? Explain. Is the following an example of a strong hypothesis? If not, revise it. Defend your revision.
Hypothesis: President Macron (of France) is a wonderful world leader.

Answer both questions with 250 words each include references minimum one reference per question.
1)Below you will find two sets of variables. With each set, craft an empirical research question. Clearly identify the dependent and independent variables. Is scientific research the only way in which knowledge about political phenomena can be produced? Explain. Consider, for instance, a role for constructionism and critical theory.
Set 1: voter turnout and legitimacy of election outcomes.
Set 2: male/female gender identification and support for Republican candidates.
2) What are the characteristics of a strong hypothesis? Explain. Is the following an example of a strong hypothesis? If not, revise it. Defend your revision.
Hypothesis: President Macron (of France) is a wonderful world leader.

Instructions
Please Choose Topic 1 and use case law as well as Supreme Court and varies case 2009 and above.
Your research papers are due at the end of Week 6. I recommend starting work on them during the first week of the course, as this paper will take some time to complete.
Your research paper will automatically go through Turnitin shortly after you submit it — each time.  I strongly recommend that you submit your near-final draft before the due date.  Doing so will allow you time to review your report, and if necessary, make corrections before your final version is due.  If the Turnitin Originality Report is yellow, orangeor red, you should review it close to see if you may need to insert some additional citations or paraphrase some material. If you do have a red or orange report, you should include a note to your instructor explaining why and how you mitigated it with citations, etc.
Write your paper on one of the following topics:
1. Research the case law and statutory law behind self-defense and the use of deadly force. What does the case law reveal that an average citizen can use in terms of self-defense and deadly force? How is that different than what a law enforcement officer can do? Provide a detailed analysis of the case law in which the courts have grappled with these issues. Focus primarily on the Supreme Court cases on this issue. At the end, give your opinion of what self defense laws should look like and whether they should be uniform across all states.
2. What is the current state of sexual assault law in the United States? Does it need to be revised? Is the law itself discriminatory or applied in a discriminatory manner in some jurisdictions? Use caselaw and statutes to illustrate your arguments.
3. Research the insanity defense and how it is applied. Which version of the defense do you think is the most appropriate? How well is our society handling mentally ill individuals who commit crimes? If you could change how we handle these individuals, what would you do? https://www.prisonpolicy.org/research/mental_health/#:~:text=Percent%20of%20people%20in%20state,care%20while%20incarcerated%3A%2066%25%20%2B 
4. If you are very interested in researching another criminal law topic, please send me a message by the end of Week 3 to seek approval for your topic. Otherwise, please choose from among the three above topics.
No matter your selected topic:
• use effective, well-designed search strategies and tools to efficiently and creatively refine searches, on the fly as needed• apply multiple criteria to assess relevance, currency, authority, accuracy, purpose, audience and ideological perspectives related to your topic.• look for statistical evidence that either supports or detracts from the criminal law-related challenges that you address, and explain its relevance and value to your selected topic. • clearly and effectively communicate, organize, and synthesize complex and often contradictory information to advance graduate level scholarly knowledge about your selected topic. • Quote, paraphrase, and cite information correctly and consistently, always using information in ways that are true to the original context. 
Your paper should be 8-10 pages. Here are some general guidelines. Please use a clear (e.g., Times New Roman, Arial, Courier) 12 point font and one inch margins on all four sides. Please include page numbers. Please double space. I recommend using topic and sub topic headings to organize your paper.
Please apply Bluebook citation style (which uses footnotes) if you are a Legal Studies student.  
What I’m really looking for in the paper is graduate level cohesive writing in which you research and analyze primary legal sources, such as case law, statutes and the US Constitution.
1. Write an introduction, which clearly identifies the topic of your report and the issues which you seek to illuminate. The introduction should include the thesis statement (or basis of your report), and a very preliminary overview of the evidence you will use to support it. Finally, the introduction should include a statement that identifies why is the topic of your report important.2. The body of your report should be dedicated to supporting your thesis statement with claims gleaned from your research (into what others have written on the topic; data that you have gathered), readings from the course text, discussions, and/or case law, law review articles, etc. 3. Conclude your report by recapitulating your thesis statement and explaining in greater detail the significance of your findings. Include in your conclusion some questions or claims about the topic and/or specific which you’ve written. If you believe more research needs to be done on your topic, be specific about what kind of research and how you think it ought to be done.
Upload your papers in the Assignment section of the classroom. Your paper will automatically be processed through Turnitin.

Write a draft about what a sponsorship contract entails:
1. What is sponsorship & what are sponsorship deals like
2. Compensation terms
3. Type, format & quantity of content
4. Exclusivity
5. Usage rights of content
6. Termination
*No need to add quotes or excerpts just write a draft*
Here are some websites I found but feel free to find other websites you think is good
1. https://www.contractscounsel.com/t/us/sponsorship-agreement
2. https://ironcladapp.com/journal/contracts/influencer-agreements-what-you-need-to-know-about-managing-influencer-marketing-contracts/
3. https://grin.co/blog/influencer-law-for-brands/

The text should be double-spaced, font size 12, have a title page, introduction, conclusion, and bibliography. The content should be at least 2,000 words excluding the title page and bibliography. You should save it in PDF format. It is recommended to conduct an investigative analysis of the chosen topic, including laws, jurisprudence, and articles from journals and/or newspapers. You may include comparative information from other countries. The work should also include an index.

Write a paper of 750 to 1,000 words in which you do the following:
Define socialism.
Explain how socialism differs from the American political and economic structure.
Describe programs of the American government at the federal and state level that have aspects of socialism.
If some American policies and practices are socialistic in nature, does that make America a socialist political system?
Use the GCU Library to locate three to five peer-reviewed sources in support of your content.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

prepare a short presentation on a sociological theory of crime, a sociologist, or an analysis of criminal events from a sociological point of view. The presentation should have three parts: an introduction, body, and conclusion. In the introduction, establish the problem/ topic at hand (usually stated in the title) and the key objectives. Next, state the leading theories, criticisms of the current theories briefly, and make mention of methods and empirical evidence. Convince your classmates that your topic is essential.
In the body, be specific about the items mentioned in your introduction. Describe the question/problem and support your arguments with some sociological theories. It is highly recommended to keep your ideas with empirical evidence by visiting peer-reviewed journals. In the conclusion section, summarize the material you have already presented. Then, once again, state your main argument, the main theories surrounding it, and then give your conclusion and final interpretation. Some tips Do not simply read off a sheet of paper. It is always better to have your speech committed to memory as much as possible. Slow down, don’t speak too fast. Pace yourself. Rehearse, maintain eye contact, remain calm, smile and support your group members Speak articulately (no mumbling) and sufficiently loud. Try to avoid using too many verbal pauses (such as “uh,” “um,” and the like).It can be distracting. You are encouraged to use PowerPoint slides to assist the presentation. Tips for good ppt slides Keep them simple and put the main points on them only Minimize words’ Use color, short videos, charts, and pictures,
my topic is SOCIAL LEARNING THEORY
the presentation should be 20 minutes long

Write a paper of 750–1,000 words in which you discuss various conceptions about the purpose and methods of punishment.
Explain various arguments for what the purpose of punishment is in society. Which arguments do you find most valid? Why?
Why has the death penalty been debated so much by the Supreme Court? What specific arguments have been made about the death penalty that have kept this debate going?
How might the “Christian worldview” influence the concept of punishment?
Locate two to three credible sources in support of your content.

Write a paper of 750–1,000 words in which you discuss various conceptions about the purpose and methods of punishment.
Explain various arguments for what the purpose of punishment is in society. Which arguments do you find most valid? Why?
Why has the death penalty been debated so much by the Supreme Court? What specific arguments have been made about the death penalty that have kept this debate going?
How might the “Christian worldview” influence the concept of punishment?
Locate two to three credible sources in support of your content.

Assignment Title: Analyzing a Legal Case
Instructions:
Case Selection: Choose a legal case from your course material, legal databases, or recent legal news. Ensure the case is relevant to the topic provided by your instructor or the course syllabus.
Case Summary: Provide a concise summary of the chosen legal case. Include essential details such as parties involved, the legal issue, the court’s decision, and any significant dissenting opinions.
Legal Analysis: Analyze the legal issues presented in the case. Discuss the relevant laws, regulations, and legal precedents that influenced the court’s decision.
Argumentation: Formulate an argument or thesis statement based on your analysis. Explain why you agree or disagree with the court’s decision and justify your position with legal reasoning.
Counterarguments: Acknowledge and address potential counterarguments to your position. Discuss why these counterarguments may not be valid or how they can be reconciled.
Conclusion: Summarize your analysis and restate your position on the case. Discuss the broader implications of the case and its significance in the legal context.
Citations: Ensure proper citations for all legal sources, cases, statutes, and legal articles you reference in your assignment. Follow the citation style prescribed by your instructor.
Formatting: Format your assignment as per the provided guidelines. Include a cover page with your name, course details, and submission date.