This assignment relates to documentary video(s) and how they have the potential to disseminate ideas, beliefs, and social constructs. Further, it provides students with the opportunity to highlight how we recognize theories or crime and social behavior in everyday life.
On Wednesday, Dec. 1, we will view a documentary about the life of Ted Bundy.
After viewing the video you will need to write a paper that meets the following requirements.
As you begin your paper, list the name and source of the documentary that you chose to view for this assignment. Also, be certain to cite it in APA format as a reference.
Writing Assignment
After viewing a documentary that takes an in-depth look at the life of Ted Bundy, students are required to apply a theoretical perspective discussed in class to Bundy’s life. In other words, what theoretical perspective best explains why Bundy committed his crimes. In your discussion, ensure that you clearly show how the theory applies by describing all of the relevant components of whichever perspective (theory) you select with examples from the documentary you viewed for this assignment. Finally, discuss whether you believe Bundy was a psychopath or sociopath – and support your answers with examples from the documentary and from the relevant reading in class. The documentary can be viewed on YouTube.com with the following link: https://youtu.be/-ibAv4ksb18 . The title of the documentary is Serial Killers – Ted Bundy – Documentary.
If you can apply more than one theory – BRAVO! Just remember that it is quality not quantity that counts. Noting a bunch of theories, but not really going into depth on any one perspective is not the best approach here (and you will lose points as a result). I’d rather see students focus on one theory/perspective and do an exceptional job on that one theory than note several and not do them justice.
Papers are to be formatted according to the following guidelines. Papers not formatted according to these guidelines will lose points!
12-point font (Times New Roman or Arial)
Single-spaced
A maximum of two pages!
Largely free of grammatical and spelling errors.
Citation of references in APA format on a separate (third) page.
Completed papers submitted to the instructor via TALON.
