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For the second summary paper;
— > Using the weekly content readings in week 1 summarize the key point or points most critical to the intelligence cycle.
— > Also, summarize the key points in the following article from the week 4 content readings:
Groff, E. R., Johnson, L., Ratcliffe, J. H., & Wood, J. (2013). Exploring the relationship between foot and car patrol in violent crime areas. Policing, 36(1), 119-139. doi.org/10.1108/13639511311302506
In doing so, write a summary review of the important materials presented. Following APA format (title page, content pages, reference page), double spaced, 12 pt font size, and common font style (Times New Roman).
APA format (most recent edition) is required of all Summary Paper assignments, including a cover page, in-text citations, and a full reference list. If tables, charts or images are used an Appendix is required.
2-3 pages of content maximum (minimum 800-1000 words – not including your Title page and References page).

The goal of this paper is for you to write your opinion on Border and Coastal Security without using first or second person. In this paper, you get the opportunity to write your point of view on the material reviewed during the week – and the best part is that there is no wrong answer! This paper is your opinion, and as such, it is your job to express your thoughts in a manner that is comprehensible and clear for any and all readers. Feel free to write your thoughts freely, without any constraints.
After you finished the readings you selected for the week, it is time to brainstorm. Some simple brainstorming techniques for writing reflection papers can involve you answering some of the basic questions below:
How did the material on Border and Coastal Security affect you?
Did your learning about the material on Border and Coastal Security change your mind about something? If so, how.
Has the material on Border and Coastal Security left you with any questions? If so, what are they?
Were there any unaddressed critical issues not covered by the material on Border and Coastal Security?
How will the material on Border and Coastal Security impact your future in Homeland Security?
Components of the Reflection Paper
Introduction – specifies what you are reflecting upon.
Body Paragraphs – examine the ideas and experiences you have had in context to your topic. Be sure that each new body paragraph starts with a topic sentence.
Remember that your paper must be at least 2 pages long and no more than 2½ pages so clear and concise writing is critical.
Conclusion – summarize what you have learned from the material. Tell the reader how this knowledge affected your overall understanding of the subject. Describe the feeling and overall lesson that you had from the material that we focused on this week.
Technical Requirements:
Your paper must be at a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 2½ pages. It is important that you do not fall under or exceed the required page length since in the world of Homeland Security your readers, Homeland Security professionals and decision-makers have limited time to spend on a paper and learning to write concisely, and presenting your paper in a manner that matches their reading style is critical.
Type in double-spaced Times New Roman 12-point font. One-inch margins left, right, top, and bottom.
No direct quotations.
You must have at least two unique sources in the paper. Each requires both a citation and a reference.
Follow APA 7 as the sole citation and reference style used in written work submitted as part of coursework.
All submissions will be graded using the assignment rubric.

The goal of this paper is for you to write your opinion on Intelligence and Homeland Security without using first or second person. In this paper, you get the opportunity to write your point of view on the material reviewed during the week – and the best part is that there is no wrong answer! This paper is your opinion, and as such, it is your job to express your thoughts in a manner that is comprehensible and clear for any and all readers. Feel free to write your thoughts freely, without any constraints.
After you finished the readings you selected for the week, it is time to brainstorm. Some simple brainstorming techniques for writing reflection papers can involve you answering some of the basic questions below:
How did the material on Intelligence and Homeland Security affect you?
Did your learning about the material on Intelligence and Homeland Security change your mind about something? If so, how.
Has the material on Intelligence and Homeland Security left you with any questions? If so, what are they?
Were there any unaddressed critical issues not covered by the material on Intelligence and Homeland Security?
How will the material on Intelligence and Homeland Security impact your future in Homeland Security?
Components of the Reflection Paper
Introduction – specifies what you are reflecting upon.
Body Paragraphs – examine the ideas and experiences you have had in context to your topic. Be sure that each new body paragraph starts with a topic sentence. Remember that your paper must be at least 2 pages long and no more than 2½ pages so clear and concise writing is critical.
Conclusion – summarize what you have learned from the material. Tell the reader how this knowledge affected your overall understanding of the subject. Describe the feeling and overall lesson that you had from the material on Intelligence and the Homeland.
Technical Requirements:
Your paper must be at a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 2½ pages. It is important that you do not fall under or exceed the required page length since in the world of Homeland Security your readers, Homeland Security professionals and decision-makers have limited time to spend on a paper and learning to write concisely, and presenting your paper in a manner that matches their reading style is critical.
Type in double-spaced Times New Roman 12-point font. One-inch margins left, right, top, and bottom.
No direct quotations.
You must have at least two unique sources in the paper. Each requires both a citation and a reference.
Follow APA 7 as the sole citation and reference style used in written work submitted as part of coursework.
All submissions will be graded using the assignment rubric.
Due on Dec 1, 2023 10:59 PM
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Describe the role of the crime analyst in solving crimes and identify various crime analysis strategies they may utilize. In addition, define the concepts of Intelligence Applications in Law Enforcement.
Using double spaced, 12 pt font size, and common font style (Times New Roman).
APA format (most recent edition) is required of all Summary Paper assignments, including a cover page, in-text citations, and a full reference list. If tables, charts or images are used an Appendix is required. 2-3 pages of content maximum (minimum 800-1000 words – not including your Title page and References page).

You will prepare and submit an annotated Webography outlining seven (7) Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) resource/response/counter-proliferation websites.

Central Florida has a lot going on all the time, and there is always going to be targets of opportunity especially in the Disney land and Universal theme parks as well as their resorts.
First, if you were given the task of identifying possible targets in the community, what would you include on your list, and why?
Second, technology has advanced significantly to help catch Terrorists. . Are you in favor of increasing the amount of cameras with facial recognition and license plate readers in your community to help catch criminals? Why or why not. FYI I am in favor for increasing camera and license plate readers to help catch terrorist criminals.
Please label your discussion #1 and #2

3-5 minute video presentation with Audio on Homeland Security. Choose any topic from the following book (Gaines, Larry K., Kremling, J., & Kappeler, Victor, E. (2019). Homeland Security & Terrorism,Second Edition. Pearson Publishing.) https://www.pearsonhighered.com/assets/preface/0/1/3/4/0134549171.pdf

“Let’s Talk”
How is technology used to enable communication over the Internet and the technologies behind the Internet of Things (IoT)?
The assignment will be posted to the assignment area within the course. The assignment must include no less than 250 words, APA 7th edition format, quotes no more than 15%, and no previously submitted work.
There is a craft to writing. Spelling, grammar, punctuation, and diction (word usage) are all tools of that craft. Writing at the collegiate level will show careful attention to these elements of craft. Work that does not exhibit care regarding these elements will be considered inadequate for college writing and graded accordingly.
Your responses will be posted to Discussion Board 2 within the course. The assignment must include no less than 250 words, APA 7th edition format, quotes no more than 15%, and no previously submitted work.
Please review the article, “Social media and disasters: a functional framework for social media use in disaster planning, response, and research.”
Houston, J. B., et al. (2015). Social media and disasters: a functional framework for social media use in disaster planning, response, and research. Disasters, 39(1), 1–22.
After reading the article, do you believe social media is necessary in emergency and disaster management? How can emergency managers continue to successfully use social media in the future to help communities in emergencies? (Please provide examples)
Your responses will be posted to Discussion Board 3 within the course. Your initial posted response must include no less than 250 words, APA 7th edition format, quotes no more than 15%, and no previously submitted work.
There is a craft to writing. Spelling, grammar, punctuation, and diction (word usage) are all tools of that craft. Writing at the collegiate level will show careful attention to these elements of craft. Work that does not exhibit care regarding these elements will be considered inadequate for college writing and graded accordingly.
Please review the article, “Geospatial preparedness: Empirical study of the joint effort to provide geospatial support to disaster response.”
San Martin, R., & Painho, M. (2019). Geospatial preparedness: Empirical study of the joint effort to provide geospatial support to disaster response. Transactions in GIS, 23(3), 481–494. https://doi-org.saintleo.idm.oclc.org/10.1111/tgis.12537
After reading the article, please provide a brief synopsis of the main ideas presented in the article, why you think geospatial technology may, or not be, effective in disaster response.
Your responses will be posted to Discussion Board 4 within the course. The assignment must include no less than 250 words, APA 7th edition format, quotes no more than 15%, and no previously submitted work.
There is a craft to writing. Spelling, grammar, punctuation, and diction (word usage) are all tools of that craft. Writing at the collegiate level will show careful attention to these elements of craft. Work that does not exhibit care regarding these elements will be considered inadequate for college writing and graded accordingly.
You are the emergency manager for a small town that has areas that are prone to flooding. You do not have a database that helps you mitigate flooding. What types of information would you want in the database and why?
Your responses will be posted to Discussion Board 5 within the course. The assignment must include no less than 250 words, APA 7th edition format, quotes no more than 15%, and no previously submitted work.
There is a craft to writing. Spelling, grammar, punctuation, and diction (word usage) are all tools of that craft. Writing at the collegiate level will show careful attention to these elements of craft. Work that does not exhibit care regarding these elements will be considered inadequate for college writing and graded accordingly.
Please review the article, “Early warning system models and components in emergency and disaster: a systematic literature review protocol”
Khankeh, H. R., Hosseini, S. H., Farrokhi, M., Hosseini, M., & Amanat, N. (2019). Early warning system models and components in emergency and disaster: a systematic literature review protocol. Systematic Reviews, 8(315), 1-4. https://doi.org/10.1186/s13643-019-1211-5
Do you believe warning systems are critical in emergency preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation after reading the article? Also, what are some of the strengths and weaknesses of warning systems that are used in your community?
Your responses will be posted to Discussion Board 6 within the course. The assignment must include no less than 250 words, APA 7th edition format, quotes no more than 15%, and no previously submitted work. There is a craft to writing. Spelling, grammar, punctuation, and diction (word usage) are all tools of that craft. Writing at the collegiate level will show careful attention to these elements of craft. Work that does not exhibit care regarding these elements will be considered inadequate for college writing and graded accordingly.
Your community is prone to hurricanes. What model do you use and why? What information do you want from the model?
Your responses will be posted to Discussion Board 7 within the course. The assignment must include no less than 250 words, APA 7th edition format, quotes no more than 15%, and no previously submitted work.
There is a craft to writing. Spelling, grammar, punctuation, and diction (word usage) are all tools of that craft. Writing at the collegiate level will show careful attention to these elements of craft. Work that does not exhibit care with regard to these elements will be considered inadequate for college writing and graded accordingly.
You are the newly appointed local emergency management director. After a difficult response to a natural disaster affecting your region, you decide to invest in technology for training. What do you invest in and why?
Your responses will be posted to Discussion Board 8 within the course. The assignment must include no less than 250 words, APA 7th edition format, quotes no more than 15%, and no previously submitted work.
There is a craft to writing. Spelling, grammar, punctuation, and diction (word usage) are all tools of that craft. Writing at the collegiate level will show careful attention to these elements of craft. Work that does not exhibit care with regard to these elements will be considered inadequate for college writing and graded accordingly.

Writing for Success!
Provide a well-written, APA formatted paper on the following:
During the tragedy of 9/11 so many firefighters had faulty communication equipment, and they did not hear the directive to vacate the World Trade Center. Discuss how the outcome of 9/11 would have changed with better communication equipment.
Review the scoring rubric before posting. Submit Writing Assignment 1 to the assignment folder by Saturday 11:59 PM EST/EDT. The assignment must include no less than 500 words, APA format, including a Cover Page (Title Page), Discussion Sections (With a Level 1 Title), Conclusion, and a References Page. No Abstract for your Student papers. No quotes no more than 15%, and no previously submitted work.
There is a craft to writing. Spelling, grammar, punctuation, and diction (word usage) are all tools of that craft. Writing at the collegiate level will show careful attention to these elements of craft. Work that does not exhibit care with regard to these elements will be considered inadequate for college writing and graded accordingly.
Due on Oct 28, 2023 11:59 PM
Available on Oct 22, 2023 12:00 PM. Access restricted before availability starts.

Watch the following video through the 7:11 mark. Up until that point, the video provides a very good overview that applies to all facilities nationwide. At the 7:11 mark, the video presents information very specific to the Delaware County Local Emergency Planning Commission (LEPC), so you may stop viewing at that point.
Discuss: Should companies or organizations become active in their respective LEPCs? If you are currently employed, should your company or is your company active in the LEPC? Under what conditions must a company be active in its respective LEPC? What benefits are there to being actively involved in the LEPC? Are there disadvantages?
References:
https://www.epa.gov/sites/default/files/2015-07/documents/energize_your_lepc.pdf
SARA Title III (YouTube 08:13)