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Assignment - Disaster Management Discussion

Description - There are a few important rules to observe during the Group Discussion process: 1) no profanity or offensive language; 2) no personal attacks, and 3) be courteous and professional when you respond to one of your classmates - part of the education process involves disagreeing without being disagreeable, which is not synonymous with disrespect. However, if I read something that I don't think is appropriate, then I will immediately remove it from the forum.

The following are the four (4) grade ingredients for each Group Discussion throughout the Semester:

-First, choose a topic, conduct research, and write at least three (3) organized paragraphs in your response.

-Second, always include your personal perspective and comment ("I believe..." / "I learned...") on the subject matter of the topic you have chosen to discuss. Do not merely define the topic/subject matter.

-Third, always be sure to cite a legitimate reference source related to your research findings - it's ok to submit a direct quote, but be sure to cite the reference in a formal APA (7th edition) bibliography format at the end of the post. The course textbook Foundations of Emergency Management (2020 / 2nd edition), is acceptable as a reference, as you bought it and should use it accordingly. Again, however, be sure to cite other relevant sources. Do Not simply cut/paste information, nor ever use Wikipedia, or you will reap what you sow!

-Fourth, late submissions will not be accepted and will result in loss of grade points for the course.

The following topics are gleaned from Chapters 3 thru 5, of the Foundations of Emergency Management (2020 / 2nd edition), course textbook. Choose one of the following questions or statements and provide your subject matter perspective:

Define the term all-hazards, and provide an example of both a natural and technological hazard, leading to a disaster and the consequences of that event should it occur. (Chapter 3)

Define both domestic terrorism and international terrorism, and then compare and contrast both concepts, and include recent news items. (Chapter 3)

Define the term stakeholder, and identify what types of stakeholders there are, and what their role and purpose are in the emergency management profession. (Chapter 4)

Describe what the key aspects are of emergency management stakeholders regarding missions and mandates, along with how economic, political, and social factors influence emergency management stakeholders. (Chapter 4)

Discuss the organizational alignment and national framework of emergency management at the local, state, and federal levels. (Chapter 5)

Discuss the process of crafting policy within emergency management, and include a brief overview of the five distinct phases: (1) agenda setting, (2) policy formulation, (3) policy adoption, (4) policy implementation, and (5) policy evaluation. (Chapter 5)