The Unit 7 Reflection Assignment allows you to engage in introspective analysis
The Unit 7 Reflection Assignment allows you to engage in introspective analysis and
critical reflection on your learning experiences throughout the course. You will reflect
upon their top three takeaways from the journal assignments completed for Units 1
through 4 and insights gained from participating in Unit 6 After Action Review (AAR)
group discussion. By synthesizing your learning from the scenarios and discussions,
you will deepen your understanding of emergency management and homeland security
challenges and identify personal insights and growth.
Instructions:
Write a 2-3 page reflective essay summarizing your top three takeaways from the four
journal assignments (Units 1 through 4) and the Unit 6 AAR discussion. In your essay,
should address the following:
• Explain the context for each takeaway by briefly describing the scenario or issue
it relates to.
• Explain the policy, ethical, legal, and social issues explored in the scenarios,
lessons learned, and recommendations formulated.
• Reflect:
o Why did these takeaways stand out to you, and how have they contributed
to your learning and growth as a future emergency management and
homeland security leader?
o How has your understanding of emergency management and homeland
security challenges evolved over the course of the semester?
• Discuss any personal insights, skills, or perspectives you have developed or
strengthened from engaging with the scenarios and participating in class
discussions and journals.
Requirements:
• Write a 2-3 page reflective essay addressing the above criteria in APA format,
excluding title and reference pages.
• Ensure to include title and reference pages.