Select a topic of your choice that is related to the fire service (fire prevention, fire suppression, rescue, hazardous materials response, emergency medical services response, arson investigation, incident command, homeland defense, etc.). It is recommended that you select a topic that is general enough that finding references on the subject will not be a problem. Research the topic using magazine articles, textbooks, and/or the Internet, and write a ten-page double-spaced paper on the topic. You are required to use at least five outside references in the construction of the research paper.
Heading at top of page must include: title of research subject, student’s name and class number and name (FEMS 2113, Emergency Services Internship). Heading should be single-spaced (Note: title page and reference page do not count as part of the required minimum number of pages).
Minimum length for this assignment is ten pages (exclusive of reference and title pages). Research papers that do not contain ten full pages of text will receive a significant grade penalty. Text will be typewritten and double spaced; using black 12 point font, and one-inch margins. Note: to double space text in a Word document, on the tool bar, select “Format,” “Paragraph” and select “Double” in the box under “Line Spacing.” Use two spaces between sentences.
The first section will consist of a clear and understandable summary of the articles or book, including all major points and facts. Do not commit plagiarism. If you are using the author’s words or thoughts, say so (“According to the author,” “The author stated that…….” etc.). Do not use one-sentence paragraphs. Do not use first-person reference in the paper.
The second section will consist of a critical evaluation of the articles, textbooks, and other publications utilized in the completion of the project. State what could have been done or included by the author(s) to make the article(s) more complete and/or more understandable. You may include in the evaluation section a description of the articles’ strengths and weaknesses as well as any unanswered questions that the article generated. In addition, you should develop some conclusions and/or recommendations regarding the information that you have researched as part of your evaluation. Do not use first-person reference in this section (“I” “me” “we” etc.).
The final page will consist of a bibliography or reference page listing all sources used in the construction of the research paper (Note: the reference or bibliography page will not count as part of the required minimum number of pages). The reference listing must be complete enough for me to be able to locate the source.
Check spelling, punctuation and grammar.
Abstracts will be graded based on clarity of thought, validity and completeness of the analysis/evaluation and completeness of the summary. This assignment must reflect college-level work. Points will be deducted for misspellings, run-on or incomplete sentences, improper punctuation, improper grammar, and failure to follow assignment instructions. Be sure to check your document for spelling and grammar before submitting.
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