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Learning Objectives

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

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

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

Web Link 1
COPS Office:  President's Task Force 
This Department of Justice website provides more information about the Presidents’ Task Force on 21st Century Policing, including its recently-released report.

1. Why did President Obama found the Task Force on 21^st Century Policing?
2. What is the mission of the task force?
3. What are recent actions of the task force?

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The Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc.
CALEA's webpage provides detailed information about the purpose, programs, and resources this police accreditation service offers.

1. What is the mission of CALEA?
2. What are its various programs?
3. How can accreditation enhance policing?