Prepare a 5-page APA reaction paper following the format provided addressing the Module 1 readings. ***Be sure that you address the history and concepts of terrorism. Also address the varying definitions of terrorism and the special challenges terrorism presents in Emergency Management.***
Summary/Synopsis
-Illustrate your understanding of the article or articles—identify common themes—articulate the main ideas.
-Identify the basic information about the article(s):
o The title of the piece(s)
o The topic or subject of the piece—tell the reader is what the piece is about in a word or phrase.
Analysis/Evaluation:
– Answer the “W” questions—the why, why‐not, what, what‐if, what‐for, of the piece(s).
– Was (were) the piece (pieces) convincing? Why or why not?
– Did the articles overlook anything that you felt was important?
Conclusion & Recommendations:
-What were your conclusions after reading the article(s)?
– What is the impact on public and Firefighter safety?
-What are your top 3 recommendations?
Reaction Paper Format:
– APA Formatting
– Times‐Roman 12 pitch font
– Minimum of 5 pages not including the title and reference page
– 1” margins all around
– Double‐spaced with parenthetical citations and Reference Page
NOTE: use the 4 links below for references
Readings:
https://www.dhs.gov/sites/default/files/publications/19_0920_plcy_strategic-framework-countering-terrorism-
targeted-violence.pdf
https://www.dhs.gov/sites/default/files/publications/2020_10_06_homeland-threat-assessment.pdf
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/317039492_The_Theoretical_and_Conceptual_Understanding_of_Terrorism_A_Content_Analysis_Approach
https://dema.az.gov/sites/default/files/Publications/AR-Terrorism%20Definitions-BORUNDA.pdf
