Throughout this course, you have learned about different ethical models, ethical considerations, and applications in both Homeland Security and Emergency Management environments, as well as civil and human rights issues. This journal assignment is an opportunity to reflect on what you have learned.

Prepare:

Reflect on what you have learned throughout this class.

Reflect:

The following are examples that you may use as a starting point when writing your reflection.

Consider the Morals test you took at the beginning of the class and what your perspectives on ethics were at the beginning of the class.

Are they the same now?
If not, what has changed and why?
Review each module and consider whether your perceptions or perspectives have changed about:

Balancing the need for security with civil and human rights, personal privacy, cybersecurity, and commerce.
Decision making in establishing and implementing plans during an emergency or disaster.

Policy priorities versus public expectations of the agency’s ethical priorities.
What did you learn and how will you apply it?

You may find the Writing Center’s Sample Reflective WritingLinks to an external site. useful.

Write:

Suggested journal length – 350 words
Research and resource expectations – Sources are not required for your journal assignments. However, if you need to cite information, you must cite in APA format and include a reference page.

Refer to the APA: Citing Within Your PaperLinks to an external site. and APA: Formatting Your References ListLinks to an external site. resources created by the The Writing CenterLinks to an external site..

Writing and Formatting expectations

Syntax and Mechanics: writing displays meticulous comprehension and organization of syntax and mechanics, such as spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
You do not need a title page or abstract.

Review your assignment and the Grading Rubric to ensure you have achieved the distinguished levels of performance for each criterion, and submit it in Waypoint no later than Day 5.