Case Assignment
Answer the following questions:
1.In Merutka, C. E. (2013). Use of the Armed Forces for domestic law enforcement, Conclusion on p. 23: “The Armed Forces have always engaged in domestic law enforcement.” Provide a recent example.
2.In the realm of counterterrorism, briefly explain the roles and responsibilities of the a) Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), b) Centers for Disease Control (CDC), and c) United States Border Patrol.
3.Comment on a recent example of cyberterrorism. How is cyberterrorism being addressed operationally and legislatively?
The following items will be assessed in particular:
1.Your ability to apply your understanding of the roles of the assigned agencies in combating domestic terrorism and their interrelationships.
2.Your ability to express the effectiveness of the changes in the entire spectrum of homeland security as applied to domestic terrorism.
3.In-text references to the modular background readings (APA formatting recommended) and a reference page. Outside background reading sources encouraged and expected.
Assignment Expectations
Length: This Case Assignment should be at least 4-6 pages not counting the title page and references.
References: At least two references should be included from academic sources (e.g. peer-reviewed journal articles). Required readings are included. Quoted material should not exceed 10% of the total paper (since the focus of these assignments is critical thinking). Use your own words and build on the ideas of others. When the material is copied verbatim from external sources, it MUST be enclosed in quotes. The references should be cited within the text and also listed at the end of the assignment in the References section (preferably in APA format).
Organization: Subheadings should be used to organize your paper according to the question.
Grammar and Spelling: While no points are deducted for minor errors, assignments are expected to adhere to standards guidelines of grammar, spelling, punctuation, and sentence syntax. Points may be deducted if grammar and spelling impact clarity.
The following items will be assessed in particular:
Relevance: All content is connected to the question.
Precision: Specific question is addressed. Statements, facts, and statistics are specific and accurate.
Depth of discussion: Present and integrate points that lead to deeper issues.
Breadth: Multiple perspectives and references, multiple issues and factors considered.
Evidence: Points are well-supported with facts, statistics, and references.
Logic: Presented discussion makes sense, conclusions are logically supported by premises, statements, or factual information.
Clarity: Writing is concise, understandable, and contains sufficient detail or examples.
Objectivity: Avoid the use of first-person and subjective bias.