Applications of Information Systems to Homeland Security and Defense

Hussein A. Abbass and Daryl Essam

By Idea Group Publishing, USA
Chapter Organization's Guidelines

Please follow the organization below in preparing your chapter:

1. Introduction

   Describe the general perspective of this chapter. Toward the end, specifically state the objectives of the chapter.

2. Background

   Provide broad definitions and discussions of the topic and incorporate views of others (literature review) into the discussion to support, refute or demonstrate your position on the topic.

3. Main Thrust of the Chapter
   • Issues, Controversies, Problems: Present your perspective on the issues, controversies, problems, etc., as they relate to theme and arguments supporting your position. Compare and contrast with what has been, or is currently being done as it relates to your specific topic and the main theme of the book.

   • Solutions and Recommendations: Discuss solutions and recommendations in dealing with the issues, controversies, or problems presented in the preceding section.

4. Future Trends

   Discuss future and emerging trends. Provide insight about the future of the book's theme from the perspective of your topic. Viability of a paradigm, model, implementation issues of proposed programs, etc. may be included in this section. If appropriate, suggest future research opportunities within the domain of the topic.

5. Conclusion

   Provide discussion of the overall coverage of the chapter and concluding remarks.

6. References

   Your references should be fully documented and organized strictly in the APA style. Consult your library or contact Order Department, American Psychological Association, P.O. Box 2710, Hyattsville, MD 20784, for a copy of their Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association - 4th edition for APA style.

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