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Research Paper Topic, Outline, and Annotated Bibliography You will be tasked with writing a research paper in Unit VII. The purpose of the research paper is to provide you with the opportunity to create a comprehensive homeland security plan on a topic that you will select in this assignment. The research paper must reflect the concepts covered in this course.
You are encouraged to also incorporate theories and concepts learned in the previous courses you have taken in the program. For this assignment, write a two-page topic paper with an outline, and annotated bibliography. Part I Select a topic for your final paper. Keep in mind that you need to be able to create a comprehensive homeland security plan based on your chosen topic.
Example topics are listed below: counterterrorism, cybersecurity, weapons of mass destruction (WMDs), domestic terrorism, or critical infrastructure protection. You may not reuse a paper that you have previously submitted in another course. Select a topic for which you can access the information you need to complete the paper.
Also, make sure you do not select a topic that involves classified information! Your research paper, which is due in Unit VII, will discuss the following areas, so consider the following criteria when selecting a topic: threat or hazards associated with the topic, core capabilities such as information sharing and intelligence gathering associated with the topic, historical incidents and lessons learned, regulations and policies regarding the topic, psychological effects of terrorism on individuals or groups, intervention strategies to mitigate psychological distress for a threat or hazard, and suggested improvements to the topic area.
Part II Based on your chosen topic, complete an outline, which must be at least one page in length. Ensure that you are address the criteria listed above using the format below. Thesis Statement I. Main header 1 a. Subheading 1 b. Subheading 2 II. Main header 2 a. Subheading 1 b. Subheading 2 III. Main header 3 a. Subheading 1 b. Subheading 2 Keep in mind that you can add more main headers and subheadings according to specific needs of your chose topic.
Part III Develop an annotated bibliography with at least three scholarly resources. Your annotated bibliography must be at least one page in length. Identify at least three scholarly sources that you will use to support your research paper. Each source should be formatted as a reference in APA Style, and you should follow each reference with a summary. The summary for each source should meet the requirements below.
Provide a brief explanation/summary of the source. Identify what the article is about, or explain what the author tested. Do not copy/paste the abstract or the summary from the article and place it in your paper. Paraphrase and summarize the information in your own words. Include a brief explanation of how this source will contribute to your final paper.
For more information on how to format an annotated bibliography, refer to pp. 2–5 in the Annotated Bibliography Example . Remember, websites such as Wikipedia, e-how.com, history.com, howthingswork.com, and other similar sources are not scholarly in nature and may not be used for this assignment. Make certain to include a title page.