HLSS502 week 6
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files (4)WhatisaWebography.pdf
week6Instructions-1.docx
WebographyWMDExample.pdf
- WebographyExample1.pdf
WhatisaWebography.pdf
What is a Webography? A webography (aka webliography) offers students like you a new perspective on an old assignment classic: the annotated bibliography. Even if you have never heard the phrase “annotated bibliography,” most (if not all) of you have certainly compiled a bibliography (or a reference list) for a research project or paper. But you may not yet have been asked to compile and create an annotated bibliography. So, let’s begin by reviewing terms with which you probably are familiar:
A bibliography/reference is a list of sources (books, journals, websites, periodicals, etc.) one has used for researching a topic. A bibliography/reference usually just includes the bibliographic information (i.e., the author, title, publisher, etc.).
An annotation is a summary and/or evaluation. When we put these two terms together, then, we arrive at the following definition of “annotated bibliography:” An annotated bibliography is a list of citations to books, articles, and documents. Each citation is followed by a brief descriptive and evaluative paragraph, the annotation. The purpose of the annotation is to inform the reader of the relevance, accuracy, and quality of the sources cited. Like the classic annotated bibliography, the webography/webliography offers readers a list of citations and accompanying annotations to source materials related to a given topic. However, unlike the classic annotated bibliography (which can include both library and non-library resources), the webography/webliography only includes online resources (i.e., webpages). Reference: Stacks, Geoff and Erin Karper. “Annotated Bibliographies.” Online Writing Lab @ Purdue University. Purdue University. July 2001. Web. 4 May 2006. Webography 101: A very short introduction to bibliographies on the Internet. http://1980swebography.weebly.com/what-is-a-webography.html
week6Instructions-1.docx
Instructions
You will prepare and submit an annotated Webography outlining seven (7) Homeland Security/Defense websites. Pick a key homeland security theme for this assignment such as one of the DHS mission areas* or some other HLS focus like preparedness, counter-transnational organized crime / smuggling networks, inter-agency cooperation, etc.
*DHS mission areas: Counter Terrorism and Prevent Threats; Secure and Manage Our Borders; Administer the Nation’s Immigration System; Secure Cyberspace and Critical Infrastructure; Build a Resilient Nation and Respond to Incidents; Combat Crimes of Exploitation and Protect Victims.
Attached are the following documents to assist you in being set up for success for this assignment:
Document titled “What is a Webography?”
A generic Webography example titled "Webography Example" that will give you a good overview of what a complete Webography looks like.
A template example titled "Webography WMD Example" will give you a glimpse of the start of what yours should look like. Note: These sites are not relevant to the websites you will choose.
Additional Guidance/Tips:
The websites may be federal, state, local, commercial, or private
Do not pick all federal government cites. Change it up, providing various perspectives on the issues.
Don't forget that you are reviewing the website – do not pick documents on a website, that will not meet the intent of the assignment
Catch the reader's attention with dynamic photos (don't forget to cite under them to give credit if they are not from the specific website you are reviewing. For example, on the cover page, you might use a picture you randomly found on the internet -- make sure you cite to give credit where you got the picture)
When you use pictures in your document, don't forget to compress them (this is an option under "Picture Tools" and select "Compress Pictures" and uncheck "Apply only to this picture" in order to compress all the pictures in your document. Also, select "E-mail (96ppi)" for the best way to upload your work (note the steps may be different depending on what version of Word you are using)
Don't just tell what the selected website is about -- explain what the strengths and weaknesses are that you identified
Don't forget the Table of Contents
Don't forget the Introduction -- tell the reader what you are going to cover
Don't forget the Conclusion -- tell the reader the key points of what you told them
Finding unique websites can make the assignment more interesting – this takes some effort. Don’t be afraid to think outside the box
Don't cut and paste from the website -- put things in your own words. If you summarize the website material, then I would not expect to see a citation as I will equate that you are relating the material to the website you are reviewing
If you use direct material, then it is expected that you cite correctly and use quotation marks and the appropriate citation.
Technical Requirements
Your paper must contain at least 7 websites.
Include the Title and Reference pages.
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.
All submissions will be graded using the assignment rubric.
WebographyWMDExample.pdf
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Annotated Webography
For WMD Regulatory/Response Websites
By: Student Name
HLSS 215 REGULATORY ISSUES IN WEAPONS OF MASS
DESTRUCTION
Professor: [Insert Professor Name Here]
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Overview:
There are literally hundreds of government agencies and private companies that provide the
public with a substantial amount of information regarding Weapons of Mass Destruction
(WMD)….
Internet Sources: Webography Page
First website selected..................................................................................................................pg 3
https://www.......
Second website selected ………………………………………………………………………pg 4
http://www......
Nuclear Threat Initiative………………………………………………………………………pg 5
http://www.nti.org/
Etc ………………………………..…………………………………………………………...pg 6
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Nuclear Threat Initiative
The Nuclear Threat Initiative is a
nonprofit organization that has a mission
to strengthen global security by building
trust and transparency that are outlined in
the Non-Proliferation Treaty. At first
glance, I noticed the layout of the website
is clean and inviting with various colors of
white and light blue. The website is built
around a blog style that allows real time
information to be easily located and
displayed. I like this because it doesn’t
make the website stagnant and allows the
reader to find updated information
extremely easy. What caught my eye
initially is the very top navigation bar
under “Glossary.” This is a glossary that
is independent of NTI and provides the reader with various terms and definitions that directly
relate to the websites content including WMD. Some of the terms come from the various
treaties, weapons that cause mass destruction, and other miscellaneous terms. As do other
websites, the NTI website provides an “About Page” that describes the company and its mission
statement. Not only does the website provide up to date information, but also provides links to
the two major social websites such as Twitter and Facebook. I like that this website likes to
interact and engage its followers as social networking provides the vehicle for communicating
between the company and its readers. NTI also provides video content as the world is shifting to
this type of medium for information such as YouTube videos. The profiles of different counties
are very informative. If you are interested in a country, such as Iran and its history as far as
WMD is concerned, you just click on the country’s flag and the information for that state are
displayed. A quick overview of that country is explained to include information related to
Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical warfare. Some of the information is about the state’s position
on WMD and where they stand on the NPT. The NTI website is a very informative site that
covers a wide range of information pertaining to countries and their involvement in WMD. It
covers all NBC threats and provides in depth analysis on a wide range of topics in the form of
articles, reports, testimonies, speeches and opinions.
Comment [HS1]: Here is one example of what one would look like…..put each website on a
separate page….keep your review to one page for each website
Comment [HS2]: Use pictures that catch the reader’s attention
Comment [HS3]: Highlight the website strengths that you have identified And don’t forget to also highlight what the weaknesses are or what areas they could have covered better.
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Summary:
The subject of WMD is ……
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References
Smith, D.J…..
Comment [HS4]: You only need to include a reference page if you used direct quotes in your
material.
