Module 1 – SLP
TERRORISM AND DOMESTIC TERRORISM DEFINITIONS AND THEORY
Background:
In the case assignment you are required to identify three
different domestic terrorist groups and answer specific questions pertaining to
their operations, values, and tactics. One specific group, the Weathermen,
operated in the 1960s and 1970s. They were an outgrowth of the U.S.
anti-Vietnam War movement and the core leadership group within that movement
the Student’s for a Democratic Society. I have provided you significant
background on terrorism, domestic groups, theory, terrorist levels and
terrorist group differences. In the case of the U.S., groups from all sides of
the spectrum have emerged and disappeared. In this case, the Weathermen have
dissolved but many of its leaders hold positions of prestige and trust
throughout the U.S. This aspect of the group makes its study unique to issues
within domestic terrorism. And, a pertinent place to begin the SLP. Note that I
have provided no specific background reference to this group. If you research
and are fatally unable to find any information contact the professor for
assistance.
Weathermen
Objective: This assignment requires the student to read and
understand some of the indigenous U.S. groups involved in domestic terrorism.
This understanding leads the student to knowledge of the unique capabilities of
these groups; comprehension of the structure to support their operations; and
the ramifications of their activities successful or not. In this case the
Weathermen transcend their operational period into positions of importance
today.
Session Long Project
After reading the materials the students are tasked to
answer the following questions about the Weathermen in a maximum of three
pages:
What was the vision of this organization? What operations
did they conduct? What was the overall effect of those operations conducted?
What was the strategic goal of this organization?
Were they or are they successful? Explain.
Do the standards, laws, surveillance, media, and overall
view of the Weathermen apply equally to all domestic terrorist groups? Please
explain your answer.
The following items will be assessed in particular:
Your ability to comprehend the historical (past, present and
future) significance of the Weathermen in the overall U.S. Domestic Terrorism
paradigm and the potential differences in response and acceptance for and from
this group compared to others in the spectrum.
Some in-text references to modular background readings (APA
formatting requested) and a reference page.
SLP Assignment Expectations
Length: This SLP Assignment should be at least 2-3 pages not
counting the title page and references.
References: At least two references should be included from
academic sources (e.g. peer-reviewed journal articles). Required readings are
included. Quoted material should not exceed 10% of the total paper (since the
focus of these assignments is critical thinking). Use your own words and build
on the ideas of others. When material is copied verbatim from external sources,
it MUST be enclosed in quotes. The references should be cited within the text
and also listed at the end of the assignment in the References section
(preferably in APA format).
Organization: Subheadings should be used to organize your
paper according to question.
Grammar and Spelling: While no points are deducted for minor
errors, assignments are expected to adhere to standard guidelines of grammar,
spelling, punctuation, and sentence syntax. Points may be deducted if grammar
and spelling impact clarity.
The following items will be assessed in particular:
Relevance: All content is connected to the question.
Precision: Specific question is addressed. Statements,
facts, and statistics are specific and accurate.
Depth of discussion: Present and integrate points that lead
to deeper issues.
Breadth: Multiple perspectives and references, multiple
issues and factors considered.
Evidence: Points are well-supported with facts, statistics
and references.
Logic: Presented discussion makes sense, conclusions are
logically supported by premises, statements, or factual information.
Clarity: Writing is concise, understandable, and contains
sufficient detail or examples.
Objectivity: Avoid use of first person and subjective bias.
