What level of corruption was present in this incident (see text for levels).

To get an understanding of the Rampart problems through the videos, readings and class lecture. Based on your text and the assigned reading respond to the following issues. You must address the following:
• What were the causes of the Rampart scandal?
• What level of corruption was present in this incident (see text for levels). Explain your answer.
• Describe the explanations for the scandal (see PowerPoint and text)
• What actions were taken to address the scandal? Did the actions address the causes you identified? Which ones were not addressed?
• What could be done differently to address the issues in Rampart? Discuss individual and organizational
factors.
Resources
Download article – The Multiple Causes of the LAPD Rampart Scandal
LAPD Scandal PBS – Read
Rampart Part I and II – Video
Reference only the textbook – you may allude to the above sources but your four sources must come from the textbook. Your references must be used to illustrate your critical analysis. DO NOT USE ANY SOURCE OTHER THAN THE TEXTBOOK.
Assignment
Papers will be completed as a Word document only. The papers will be completed using APA formatting. The papers will be at least 800 words in length. Students are encouraged to critically examine and question a topic area in detail using their book. Students must use four references from the text only. Internet sources will not be used. See Purdue Owl for APA formatting rules. An APA template is included.
It is your responsibility to upload the papers to the SafeAssign module in the module tab as a Word attachment to the instructor. Students should verify that the document is complete when uploaded. Blank or no uploaded documents will be treated as no assignment turned in.
Referencing – types of quotes:
• Direct – As stated by the Jacobson, “student discourse is an important part of the learning process and the culture of the classroom” (Jacobson pg. 583).
• Indirect – Jacobson (1998 pg. 583) notes that teachers should encourage student centered discourse to facilitate a learning community in their classroom.

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