SOCI 4387: Capstone Seminar Spring 2020 Due date: Saturday, 3/14, 11:59 pm 40 points Comparing and Contrasting Assimilation Theories Purpose: The purpose of this assignment is to compare and contrast theoretical orientations in sociology. For this paper, you will explain and critically evaluate major theoretical positions that are currently advanced to explain assimilation and social mobility. You will focus on theoretical perspectives that Clergé refers to as old and neo-assimilation theories. In Children of the Yam (Chapter 2) and Blood Pudding (Chapter 3), you will find historical evidence and examples of the different obstacles that Black (im)migrants have experienced in their assimilation process and pathway to middle-class. Keep in mind that the author’s critical evaluation of current assimilation theories provide the background for her examination of the racial formations and migrations of Black Americans, Haitians, and Jamaicans, and her views on the role of racism, class, and segregation. Assignment: Write a professional 5-6 page paper typed and double-spaced. The paper should include a summary and critical evaluation of at least two theoretical perspectives on assimilation and social mobility (e.g. acculturation, assimilation theory, segmented assimilation). You can either read the original material cited by Clergé or conduct a bibliographical search to find sociological articles on assimilation theories. You will need to use your NetID to access electronic databases through the Ottenheimer Library. Your paper should include at least five citations from peer-reviewed academic articles. Do not summarize each article. Follow the recommendations of Balmer and Murcott’s The Craft of Writing in Sociology for making an argument using a compare and contrast approach (chapter 2). Keep your language formal and avoid contractions. If you work with an open-source word processor, create a PDF file before uploading your file. Rubic_Print_FormatCourse CodeClass CodeAssignment TitleTotal PointsNRS-433VNRS-433V-O502Rough Draft Qualitative Research Critique and Ethical Considerations200.0CriteriaPercentage1: Unsatisfactory (0.00%)2: Less Than Satisfactory (75.00%)3: Satisfactory (83.00%)4: Good (94.00%)5: Excellent (100.00%)CommentsPoints EarnedContent75.0%Qualitative Studies5.0%Only one article is presented. Neither of the articles presented use qualitative research.Two articles are presented. Of the articles presented, only one article is based on qualitative research.N/AN/ATwo articles are presented. Both articles are based on qualitative research.Background of Study10.0%Background of study, including problem, significance to nursing, purpose, objective, and research questions, is incomplete.Background of study, including problem, significance to nursing, purpose, objective, and research questions, is included but lacks relevant details and explanation.Background of study, includin.

1. SOCI 4387: Capstone Seminar Spring 2020
Due date: Saturday, 3/14, 11:59 pm 40 points
Comparing and Contrasting Assimilation Theories
Purpose: The purpose of this assignment is to compare and
contrast theoretical orientations in
sociology. For this paper, you will explain and critically
evaluate major theoretical positions that
are currently advanced to explain assimilation and social
mobility. You will focus on theoretical
perspectives that Clergé refers to as old and neo-assimilation
theories. In Children of the Yam
(Chapter 2) and Blood Pudding (Chapter 3), you will find
historical evidence and examples of the
different obstacles that Black (im)migrants have experienced in
their assimilation process and
pathway to middle-class. Keep in mind that the author’s critical
evaluation of current assimilation
theories provide the background for her examination of the
racial formations and migrations of
Black Americans, Haitians, and Jamaicans, and her views on the

2. role of racism, class, and
segregation.
Assignment: Write a professional 5-6 page paper typed and
double-spaced. The paper should
include a summary and critical evaluation of at least two
theoretical perspectives on assimilation
and social mobility (e.g. acculturation, assimilation theory,
segmented assimilation). You can
either read the original material cited by Clergé or conduct a
bibliographical search to find
sociological articles on assimilation theories. You will need to
use your NetID to access electronic
databases through the Ottenheimer Library. Your paper should
include at least five citations from
peer-reviewed academic articles. Do not summarize each article.
Follow the recommendations of
Balmer and Murcott’s The Craft of Writing in Sociology for
making an argument using a compare
and contrast approach (chapter 2). Keep your language formal
and avoid contractions. If you work
with an open-source word processor, create a PDF file before
uploading your file.
Rubic_Print_FormatCourse CodeClass CodeAssignment

3. TitleTotal PointsNRS-433VNRS-433V-O502Rough Draft
Qualitative Research Critique and Ethical
Considerations200.0CriteriaPercentage1: Unsatisfactory
(0.00%)2: Less Than Satisfactory (75.00%)3: Satisfactory
(83.00%)4: Good (94.00%)5: Excellent
(100.00%)CommentsPoints EarnedContent75.0%Qualitative
Studies5.0%Only one article is presented. Neither of the articles
presented use qualitative research.Two articles are presented.
Of the articles presented, only one article is based on
qualitative research.N/AN/ATwo articles are presented. Both
articles are based on qualitative research.Background of
Study10.0%Background of study, including problem,
significance to nursing, purpose, objective, and research
questions, is incomplete.Background of study, including
problem, significance to nursing, purpose, objective, and
research questions, is included but lacks relevant details and
explanation.Background of study, including problem,
significance to nursing, purpose, objective, and research
questions, is partially complete and includes some relevant
details and explanation.Background of study, including
problem, significance to nursing, purpose, objective, and
research questions, is complete and includes relevant details and
explanation.Background of study, including problem,
significance to nursing, purpose, objective, and research
questions, is thorough with substantial relevant details and
extensive explanation.Article Support of Nursing Practice
Issue15.0%Discussion on how articles support the PICOT
question is incomplete.A summary of how articles support the
PICOT question is presented. It is unclear how the articles can
be used to answer the proposed PICOT question. Significant
information and detail are required.A general discussion on how
articles support the PICOT question is presented. The articles
demonstrate general support in answering the proposed PICOT
question. It is unclear how the interventions and comparison
groups in the articles compare to those identified in the PICOT
question. Some rational or information is needed.A discussion

4. on how articles support the PICOT question is presented. The
articles demonstrate support in answering the proposed PICOT
question. The interventions and comparison groups in the
articles compare to those identified in the PICOT question.
Minor detail or rational is needed for clarity or support.A clear
discussion on how articles support the PICOT question is
presented. The articles demonstrate strong support in answering
the proposed PICOT question. The interventions and
comparison groups in the articles strongly compare to those
identified in the PICOT question.Method of
Study15.0%Discussion on the method of study for each article
is omitted. The comparison of study methods is omitted or
incomplete.A partial summary of the method of study for each
article is presented. The comparison of study methods is
incomplete. A benefit and a limitation of each method are
omitted or incomplete. There are significant inaccuracies.A
general discussion on the method of study for each article is
presented. The comparison of study methods is summarized. A
benefit and a limitation of each method are summarized. There
some inaccuracies or partial omissions. More information is
needed.A discussion on the method of study for each article is
presented. The comparison of study methods is generally
described. A benefit and a limitation of each method are
presented. There minor are inaccuracies. Some detail is required
for accuracy or clarity.A thorough discussion on the method of
study for each article is presented. The comparison of study
methods is described in detail. A benefit and a limitation of
each method are presented. The discussion demonstrates a solid
understanding of research methods.Results of
Study15.0%Discussion of study results, including findings and
implications for nursing practice, is incomplete.A summary of
the study results includes findings and implications for nursing
practice but lacks relevant details and explanation. There are
some omissions or inaccuracies.Discussion of study results,
including findings and implications for nursing practice, is
generally presented. Overall, the discussion includes some

5. relevant details and explanation.Discussion of study results,
including findings and implications for nursing practice, is
complete and includes relevant details and
explanation.Discussion of study results, including findings and
implications for nursing practice, is thorough with substantial
relevant details and extensive explanation.Ethical
Considerations15.0%Discussion of ethical considerations when
conducting nursing research is incomplete. A discussion on
ethical considerations of the two articles presented in the essay
is incomplete.Discussion of ethical considerations when
conducting nursing research is included but lacks relevant
details and explanation. A discussion on ethical considerations
of the two articles used in the essay is summarized but there are
significant inaccuracies or omissions.Discussion of ethical
considerations when conducting nursing research is partially
complete and includes some relevant details and explanation. A
discussion on ethical considerations of the two articles used in
the essay is discussed but there are some inaccuracies, or some
information is needed.Discussion of ethical considerations when
conducting nursing research is complete and includes relevant
details and explanation. A discussion on ethical considerations
of the two articles used in the essay is presented; some detail in
needed for accuracy or clarity.Discussion of ethical
considerations associated with the conduct of nursing research
is thorough with substantial relevant details and extensive
explanation. A detailed discussion on ethical considerations of
the two articles used in the essay is presented.Organization and
Effectiveness15.0%Thesis Development and Purpose5.0%Paper
lacks any discernible overall purpose or organizing claim.Thesis
is insufficiently developed or vague. Purpose is not clear.Thesis
is apparent and appropriate to purpose.Thesis is clear and
forecasts the development of the paper. Thesis is descriptive
and reflective of the arguments and appropriate to the
purpose.Thesis is comprehensive and contains the essence of the
paper. Thesis statement makes the purpose of the paper
clear.Argument Logic and Construction5.0%Statement of

6. purpose is not justified by the conclusion. The conclusion does
not support the claim made. Argument is incoherent and uses
noncredible sources.Sufficient justification of claims is lacking.
Argument lacks consistent unity. There are obvious flaws in the
logic. Some sources have questionable credibility.Argument is
orderly, but may have a few inconsistencies. The argument
presents minimal justification of claims. Argument logically,
but not thoroughly, supports the purpose. Sources used are
credible. Introduction and conclusion bracket the
thesis.Argument shows logical progressions. Techniques of
argumentation are evident. There is a smooth progression of
claims from introduction to conclusion. Most sources are
authoritative.Argument is clear and convincing and presents a
persuasive claim in a distinctive and compelling manner. All
sources are authoritative.Mechanics of Writing (includes
spelling, punctuation, grammar, language use)5.0%Surface
errors are pervasive enough that they impede communication of
meaning. Inappropriate word choice or sentence construction is
used.Frequent and repetitive mechanical errors distract the
reader. Inconsistencies in language choice (register), sentence
structure, or word choice are present.Some mechanical errors or
typos are present, but they are not overly distracting to the
reader. Correct sentence structure and audience-appropriate
language are used.Prose is largely free of mechanical errors,
although a few may be present. A variety of sentence structures
and effective figures of speech are used.Writer is clearly in
command of standard, written, academic
English.Format10.0%Paper Format (use of appropriate style for
the major and assignment)5.0%Template is not used
appropriately or documentation format is rarely followed
correctly.Template is used, but some elements are missing or
mistaken; lack of control with formatting is apparent.Template
is used, and formatting is correct, although some minor errors
may be present.Template is fully used; There are virtually no
errors in formatting style.All format elements are
correct.Documentation of Sources (citations, footnotes,

7. references, bibliography, etc., as appropriate to assignment and
style)5.0%Sources are not documented.Documentation of
sources is inconsistent or incorrect, as appropriate to
assignment and style, with numerous formatting errors.Sources
are documented, as appropriate to assignment and style,
although some formatting errors may be present.Sources are
documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, and format
is mostly correct.Sources are completely and correctly
documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, and format
is free of error.Total Weightage100%
Research Critique Guidelines – Part I
Use this document to organize your essay. Successful
completion of this assignment requires that you provide a
rationale, include examples, and reference content from the
studies in your responses.
Qualitative Studies
Background of Study
1. Summary of studies. Include problem, significance to
nursing, purpose, objective, and research question.
How do these two articles support the nurse practice issue you
chose?
1. Discuss how these two articles will be used to answer your
PICOT question.
2. Describe how the interventions and comparison groups in the
articles compare to those identified in your PICOT question.
Method of Study:
1. State the methods of the two articles you are comparing and
describe how they are different.
2. Consider the methods you identified in your chosen articles

8. and state one benefit and one limitation of each method.
Results of Study
1. Summarize the key findings of each study in one or two
comprehensive paragraphs.
2. What are the implications of the two studies in nursing
practice?
Ethical Considerations
1. Discuss two ethical consideration in conducting research.
2. Describe how the researchers in the two articles you choose
took these ethical considerations into account while performing
their research.
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