Instructions

After reviewing this unit’s video, Module Two the Stafford Act, you will create a blog post that addresses the following.

• Explain the disaster declaration process and role of the federal government in times of disaster.
• Identify the individual programs available to disaster victims through the Stafford Act.
• Give your opinion regarding whether individual and public assistance programs provided through FEMA help fulfill the federal government’s role and responsibilities during times of emergencies.
• Make at least one recommendation for change, and give an example of the anticipated effect.

There are two essentials to good blogging. First, remember that a blog should be conversational and be an extension of your own thoughts and opinions, not merely a list of facts. Your post should have a topic, have a purpose of presenting a point of view, and indicate an openness to dialogue by inviting comments. Since this class is your audience, you can assume a basic understanding of homeland security terms, phrases, and acronyms.

Be creative, while still meeting the requirements of the blog’s content listed above.

Your blog post should be a minimum of 1,400 words, and you must reply to at least one other student with a minimum of 100 words. While the format of your post is not required to be in APA style, keep in mind that you must provide strong evidence and/or references to support your opinions. References should appear at the bottom of your post.

Cohen, C. (2016, June 22). Module two the Stafford Act [Video file]. Retrieved from

Click here for a transcript of the above video.

The following video is located in the unit lesson PowerPoint and can also be accessed by clicking the link below.

efilmgroup. (2013, November 10). NIMS: Introduction to the National Incident Management System [Video file]. Retrieved from

A link to the transcript of the above video is available here and also within the unit lesson.