INTL401 - Critical Analysis

CO-1 Employ strategies to overcome cognitive biases inherent to intelligence analysis.

CO-2 Distinguish the different techniques analysts can employ in order to interpret significant events from multiple perspectives.

CO-3 Apply a structured methodology

CO-4 Differentiate the external pressures capable of influencing analysis.

CO-5 Analyze the causes and impact of an analytical failure.

Forum discussions – Students will be required to participate in forum discussions. Students must submit a (250 word minimum) response to the initial forum question by Thursday, 11:55 pm EST. Students must then respond to at least two student posts no later than Sunday, 11:55 pm EST (150 word minimum each). Remember to cite your work appropriately.

Midterm assignment – Students will be required to prepare a 4-6-page essay. Specific instructions to include format and length can be found in the Week Three “Assignments” folder in the classroom.

2-Part Progress assignment – Students will be required to prepare a 6-page paper analyzing a simulated scenario. Specific instructions to include format and length can be found in the Week 5 and 6 “Assignments” folder in the classroom.

Final assignment – Students will be required to prepare a 4-page essay. Specific instructions to include format and length can be found in the Week Three “Assignments” folder in the classroom.