Reference no: EM132826366

Question: Propaganda plays a crucial role in terrorism. Do you agree? Why/why not? Critically discuss the role of propaganda drawing on relevant theory and on one in depth case study to develop your argument.

Guidance:

Regardless of the essay question you might choose, make sure you develop a clear argument, critically discuss your ideas and the motivations you decide to include in your essay.

Make sure you include relevant academic literature on:

• The theoretical models explaining the escalation from radicalisation to extremism and terrorism

• The triggers that push individuals towards radical and extreme beliefs, i.e. 'emotional factors' and the 'environmental factors'

• The process of recruiting and 'fidelisation' of members within an extremist group

• The impact and implications of counter-terrorism policies, prevention strategies and disengagement programmes

Academic references provided during sessions -available from both the reading list and on the pptx of each session - are enough for your essay but further research is also welcome.

You may want to include 12-17 references in your essay and use Harvard referencing style.