Project Description

Client Instruction

Project Overview:
Write a 1-page academic essay on the topic “Media’s Role in Shaping Public Perceptions of Crime and Criminal Justice.” The essay should follow APA format and critically examine how different forms of media—news outlets, television, films, and social media—shape public attitudes toward crime, offenders, and the justice system. The work should connect media representations with societal perceptions and policy outcomes.

Specific Requirements:

1. Abstract: Provide an abstract of 150–200 words summarizing the essay’s focus, key arguments, and findings.

2. Essay Length: The main essay should be 1 page (excluding title page, abstract, and references).

3. Formatting: APA format (12-point Times New Roman, double-spaced, 1-inch margins).

4. Citations: Use at least 2–3 credible scholarly sources (criminology, media studies, or sociology research). Include proper in-text citations and a complete APA reference list.

5. Content Focus:

   • Theories such as agenda-setting, framing, and cultivation theory.

   • Media exaggeration, moral panic, and fear of crime.

   • Representation of race, class, and gender in crime reporting.

   • Influence of media narratives on public opinion and criminal justice policies.

6. References: Provide a properly formatted APA reference list.

Deadline:
Submission is due by 29th September, 10:00 AM (Kenyan time).