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You must use the template I provided for this assignment since it will make it a lot easier for you. Failure to do so will result in a return of your paper for you to redo, a reduction in points, or both. I strongly recommend that you simply download it and then upload it under a different name, such as your last name, course number, and assignment number.
Choose a topic of your choice that relates to the materials covered during the first three weeks of the course and write a research paper on it. This is your opportunity to explore in-depth a topic that you have a greater interest in than what we covered during the course.
Technical Requirements
Your paper must be at a minimum of 8 pages (Title, Abstract, and Reference pages do not count towards the minimum limit).
Use scholarly or peer-reviewed sources. A minimum of 5 sources are required for this assignment.
Type in Times New Roman, 12 point, and double space.
Students will follow the current APA Style as the sole citation and reference style used in written work submitted as part of coursework.
Points will be deducted for the use of Wikipedia or encyclopedic-type sources. It is highly advised to utilize books, peer-reviewed journals, articles, archived documents, etc.
All submissions will be graded using the attached rubric.
TOPICS COVERED:
Introduction to US Intelligence and Homeland Security Intelligence
Clapper, J. (2014). The National Intelligence Strategy of the United States of America. https://www.dni.gov/files/2014_NIS_Publication.pdf
Joint Chiefs of Staff. (2015). National Military Strategy of the United States. http://www.jcs.mil/Portals/36/Documents/Publicatio…
Joint Chiefs of Staff. (2018). National Military Strategy of the United States. https://dod.defense.gov/Portals/1/Documents/pubs/2…
Kazon, O. (2013, June 17). Gentlemen reading each other’s mail: A brief history of diplomatic spying. The Atlantic. https://www.theatlantic.com/international/archive/…
Kahan, J. (2013). What’s in a name? The meaning of homeland security. Journal of Homeland Security Education. http://www.journalhse.org/sft710/kahanjhsearticlef…
ODNI. (2018) Members of the IC. https://www.dni.gov/index.php/what-we-do/members-o…
Intelligence Reform and the Homeland Security Enterprise
9/11 Commission Report (2004). https://9-11commission.gov/report/911Report.pdf
Bamford, J. (2015, July 21). Missed calls: Is the NSA lying about its failure to prevent 9/11? Foreign Policy. http://foreignpolicy.com/2015/07/21/missed-calls-n…
Bjelopera, J. P. (2013). The Federal Bureau of Investigation and terrorism investigations. Congressional Research Service. https://fas.org/sgp/crs/terror/R41780.pdf
Burch, J. (2007). A domestic intelligence agency for the United States? A comparative analysis of domestic intelligence agencies and their implications for homeland security. Homeland Security Affairs. https://www.hsaj.org/articles/147
Nelson, R. (2013). Homeland security at a crossroads: Evolving DHS to meet the next generation of threats. https://www.csis.org/analysis/homeland-security-cr…
Russel, R. (2004). Intelligence failures: The wrong model for the war on terror. https://www.hoover.org/research/intelligence-failu…
Homeland Defense Intelligence and Civil Liberties
Homeland Security Council. (2007). National Strategy for Homeland Security. https://www.dhs.gov/xlibrary/assets/nat_strat_home…
Joint Chiefs of Staff. (2018). Joint Publication 3-27, Homeland Defense. https://nsarchive.gwu.edu/document/17675-joint-chi…
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Title of Paper
Name
American Public University System
INTL613
Instructor Rank and Name
Month Day, Year
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Abstract
The abstract is the first major section of the paper. It should be a succinct, single-paragraph
summary of your paper’s purpose, and should include the main points, method, findings, and
conclusion of your paper. The abstract should be no shorter than 150 words, or longer than 250
words. Unlike other paragraphs in the paper, do not indent the first line of the abstract. It can be
useful to append a short list of keywords to your abstract that enable researchers and databases to
locate your paper more effectively.
Keywords: word 1, word 2, etc.
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Title of Paper
In this section, write a very short introduction to the paper, just a paragraph or two and
include your thesis statement. Regarding the content/subject knowledge and critical thinking
skills, they will be evident in the outline, as well as the organization of ideals/format. The writing
conventions will be throughout the paper and focuses on grammar and syntax, as well as APA
formatting.
Main Topic One
Brief introduction.
Subtopic
Information – you can have as many subtopics as you need under a topic as long as there
are at least two. If you do not have at least two subtopics, then you do not include any subtopic
headings.
Subtopic
Information.
Main Topic Two
Brief introduction. You can have as many main topics as you need as long as there are at
least two.
Subtopic
Information – you can have as many subtopics as you need under a topic as long as there
are at least two. If you do not have at least two subtopics, then you do not include any subtopic
headings.
Subtopic
Information.
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Main Topic Three
Brief introduction. If you do not need a third main topic, then do not include one for the
sake of having one.
Subtopic
Information – you can have as many subtopics as you need under a topic as long as there
are at least two. If you do not have at least two subtopics, then you do not include any subtopic
headings.
Subtopic
Information.
Additional Topics as Needed
Summary
Brief summary.
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References
These are just samples for your viewing use.
Congressional Research Service (2021). The law of asylum procedure at the border: Statutes and
agency implementation. Informing the legislative debates since 2014.
https://crsreports.congress.gov/product/pdf/R/R46755
Edwards, A. (2005). Human rights, refugees, and the right ‘to enjoy’ asylum. International
Journal of Refugee Law, 17(2), 293-330. https://academic.oup.com/ijrl/articleabstract/17/2/293/1548262
Frelick, B (2021). How to make the U.S. asylum system efficient and fair. Human Rights Watch.
https://www.hrw.org/news/2021/05/21/how-make-us-asylum-system-efficient-and-fair
Hatton, T. J. (2020). Asylum migration to the developed world: Persecution, incentives, and
policy. Journal of Economic Perspectives, 34(1), 75-93. https://pubs.aeaweb.org/doi/
pdf/10.1257/jep.34.1.75
Hudak, J & Stenglein, C (2019). How states can improve America’s immigration system.
Brookings. https://www.brookings.edu/research/how-states-can-improve-americasimmigration-system/
Nalumango, K. (2019). Perceptions about the asylum-seeking process in the United States after
9/11 (Doctoral dissertation, Walden University). https://scholarworks.waldenu.edu/cgi/
viewcontent.cgi?article=8128&context=dissertations
National Immigration Forum (2019). Fact sheet: U.S. asylum process. https://immigrationforum.
org/article/fact-sheet-u-s-asylum-rocess/#:~text=The%20length%20of%20the%20
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Short Research Paper 1 – INTL613 B001 Winter 2024 – APEI
SSGS APUS Assignment Rubric 500-600 Level
Course: INTL613 B001 Winter 2024
Criteria
Exemplary
20 points
Accomplished
17 points
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Developing
15 points
Beginning
13 points
Criterion Score
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Criteria
Synthesis of
Knowledge
Short Research Paper 1 – INTL613 B001 Winter 2024 – APEI
Exemplary
20 points
Accomplished
17 points
Developing
15 points
Beginning
13 points
Student exhibits a
defined and clear
understanding of
the assignment.
Establishes a good
comprehension of
topic and in the
building of the
Student exhibits a
basic understanding
of the intended
assignment, but the
Exhibits a limited
understanding of
the assignment.
Reader is unable to
Thesis is clearly
defined and wellconstructed to help
guide the reader
throughout the
assignment. Student
builds upon the
thesis of the
assignment with
well-documented
and exceptional
supporting facts,
figures, and/or
statements.
thesis. Student
demonstrates an
effective
presentation of
thesis, with most
support statements
helping to support
the key focus of
assignment.
thesis is not fully
supported
throughout the
assignment. While
thesis helps to
guide the
development of the
assignment, the
reader may have
some difficulty in
seeing linkages
between thoughts.
While student has
included a few
follow the logic
used for the thesis
and development of
key themes.
Introduction of
thesis is not clearly
evident, and reader
must look deeper to
discover the focus
of the writer.
Student’s writing is
weak in the
inclusion of
supporting facts or
supporting facts
and statements, this
has limited the
quality of the
statements.
Criterion Score
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assignment.
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Criteria
Foundation of
Knowledge
Short Research Paper 1 – INTL613 B001 Winter 2024 – APEI
Exemplary
20 points
Accomplished
17 points
Developing
15 points
Beginning
13 points
Student
demonstrates
proficient command
of the subject
matter in the
assignment.
Student exhibits
above average
usage of subject
matter in
assignment. Student
provides above
The assignment
reveals that the
student has a
general,
fundamental
understanding of
Student tries to
explain some
concepts, but
overlooks critical
details. Assignment
appears vague or
Assignment shows
an impressive level
of depth of
student’s ability to
relate course
content to practical
examples and
applications.
average ability in
relating course
content in examples
given. Details and
facts presented
provide an adequate
presentation of
student’s current
the course material.
There are areas of
some concerning in
the linkages
provided between
facts and
supporting
statements. Student
incomplete in
various segments.
Student presents
concepts in
isolation, and does
not perceive to
have a logical
sequencing of ideas.
Student provides
comprehensive
analysis of details,
facts, and concepts
in a logical
sequence.
level of subject
matter knowledge.
generally explains
concepts, but only
meets the minimum
requirements in this
area.
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Criterion Score
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Criteria
Application of
Knowledge
Short Research Paper 1 – INTL613 B001 Winter 2024 – APEI
Exemplary
20 points
Accomplished
17 points
Developing
15 points
Beginning
13 points
Student
demonstrates a
higher-level of
critical thinking
necessary for 300400 level work.
Learner provides a
strategic approach
in presenting
examples of
problem solving or
critical thinking,
while drawing
logical conclusions
Student exhibits a
good command of
critical thinking
skills in the
presentation of
material and
supporting
statements.
Assignment
demonstrates the
student’s above
average use of
relating concepts by
using a variety of
Student takes a
common,
conventional
approach in guiding
the reader through
various linkages and
connections
presented in
assignment.
However, student
presents a limited
perspective on key
concepts
throughout
Student
demonstrates
beginning
understanding of
key concepts, but
overlooks critical
details. Learner is
unable to apply
information in a
problem-solving
fashion. Student
presents confusing
statements and
facts in assignment.
which are not
immediately
obvious. Student
provides wellsupported ideas and
reflection with a
factors. Overall,
student provides
adequate
conclusions, with
two or fewer errors.
assignment. Student
appears to have
problems applying
information in a
problem-solving
manner.
No evidence or little
semblance of critical
thinking skills.
Criterion Score
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variety of current
and/or world views
in the assignment.
Student presents a
genuine intellectual
development of
ideas throughout
assignment.
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Criteria
Organization of
Ideas/Format
Short Research Paper 1 – INTL613 B001 Winter 2024 – APEI
Exemplary
20 points
Accomplished
17 points
Developing
15 points
Beginning
13 points
Student thoroughly
understands and
excels in explaining
all major points. An
Student explains the
majority of points
and concepts in the
assignment. Learner
Learner applies
some points and
concepts
incorrectly. Student
Assignment reveals
formatting errors
and a lack of
organization.
original, unique,
and/or imaginative
approach to overall
ideas, concepts, and
demonstrates a
good skill level in
formatting and
organizing material
uses a variety of
formatting styles,
with some
inconsistencies
Student presents an
incomplete attempt
to provide linkages
or explanation of
findings is
presented. Overall
in assignment.
Student presents an
throughout the
paper. Assignment
key terms. The lack
of appropriate
format of
assignment includes
an appropriate
introduction (or
above average level
of preparedness,
with a few
formatting errors.
does not have a
continuous pattern
of logical
sequencing. Student
references or source
materials
demonstrates the
student’s need for
abstract), welldeveloped
paragraphs, and
conclusion. Finished
assignment
demonstrates
Assignment
contains number of
academic sources
required in
assignment.
uses fewer sources
or references than
required by
assignment.
Academic sources
are lacking.
additional help or
training in this area.
Student needs to
review and revise
the assignment.
Criterion Score
/ 20
student’s ability to
plan and organize
research in a logical
sequence. Student
uses required
number of academic
sources or beyond.
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Criteria
Writing and
Research Skill
Short Research Paper 1 – INTL613 B001 Winter 2024 – APEI
Exemplary
20 points
Accomplished
17 points
Developing
15 points
Beginning
13 points
Student
demonstrates an
excellent command
of grammar, as well
Student provides an
effective display of
good writing and
grammar.
Assignment reflects
basic writing and
grammar, but more
than five errors. Key
Topics, concepts,
and ideas are not
coherently
discussed or
as presents research
in a clear and
concise writing
style. Presents a
Assignment reflects
student’s ability to
select appropriate
word usage and
terms and concepts
are somewhat
vague and not
completely
expressed in
assignments.
Student’s writing
style is weak and
thorough and
extensive
present an above
average
explained by
student. Student
needs improvement,
along with
understanding of
word usage. Student
excels in the
selection and
presentation of a
given topic or issue.
Assignment appears
to be well written
uses a basic
vocabulary in
assignment.
Student’s writing
numerous
proofreading errors.
Assignment lacks
clarity, consistency,
development of a
well-planned
with no more than
three-five errors.
ability is average,
but demonstrates a
and correctness.
Student needs to
research
assignment.
Assignment is errorfree and reflects
Student provides a
final written
product that covers
the above-minimal
basic understanding
of the subject
matter.
review and revise
assignment.
student’s ability to
prepare a highquality academic
assignment.
requirements.
Total
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Criterion Score
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/ 100
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Overall Score
Exemplary
Accomplished
Developing
Beginning
90 points minimum
80 points minimum
70 points minimum
60 points minimum
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