These lively and stimulating ideas for use in and out of class reinforce active learning. The activities apply to individual or group projects.

16-1:  Discuss the changing context of policing in America.

1. Practicum:  In groups of 4-6, devise a strategy to conduct research on one of the changing contexts of policing in American. Consider a question that needs to be answered, relevant methods to answer this question, and how research can help police be more effective. Present to the class.
2. Writing:  Imagine you are a police chief aiming to strategically place your department so it is ready to address many changing contexts. How will you do this and what are some of your goals and concerns? Reflect in 800-1000 words.

16-2:  Identify some of the ongoing and strategic changes of police departments.

1. Role-playing:  In groups of 4-6, create 5-7 scenarios that reflect police officers exemplifying the pillars outlined by the task force. Consider also situations in which officers do not demonstrate these pillars.
2. Writing:  What pillar do you find most intriguing and/or important for your local police department? Why and how do you think your local agency can improve their policies and practices around this pillar? Discuss in 800-1000 words.

16-3:  Describe the likely roles to be played by police agencies with respect to terrorism in the future.

1. Documentation:  In groups of 3-5, outline 5-7 strategies local police departments can employ in counterterrorism efforts. Consider impacts on community relations, intelligence-led policing, and collaboration with other agencies.
2. Writing:  Imagine you are preparing to become a police officer. How does the increased focus on counterterrorism efforts affect your perspective of your future career? Reflect in 800-1000 words.