After you finished the readings you selected for the week, it is time to brainstorm. Some simple brainstorm techniques for writing reflection papers can involve you answering some of the basic questions below:
How did the material on Border and Coastal Security affect you?
Did your learning about the material on Border and Coastal Security change your mind about something? If so, how.
Has the material on Border and Coastal Security left you with any questions? If so, what are they.
Were there any unaddressed critical issues not covered by the material on Border and Coastal Security?
How will the material on Border and Coastal Security impact your future in Homeland Security?
Components of the Reflection Paper
Introduction – specifies what you are reflecting upon.
Body Paragraphs – examines the ideas and experiences you have had in context to your topic. Be sure that each new body paragraph starts with a topic sentence. Remember that your paper must be at least 2½ pages long and no more than 3 pages so clear and concise writing is critical.
Conclusion – summarize what you have learned from the material. Tell the reader how this knowledge affected your overall understanding of the subject.
Describe the feeling and overall lesson that you had from the material on Border and Coastal Security.