Prepare a 6–8 slide PowerPoint presentation that addresses the following questions:
•What are some of the ways that organized crime impacts you and a community and/or city (of your choice) directly? (This element will account for 20% of your grade.)
•What are some of the ways that law enforcement agencies are working to reduce these types of organized crime in the area you chose? Have these efforts been successful? (This element will account for 25% of your grade.)
•Compare your findings to the effects of organized crime in China, Japan, Saudi Arabia, England, France, and Germany on their people. What similarities or differences exist? Explain. (This element will account for 50% of your grade.)
To prepare a PowerPoint presentation that addresses the questions provided, follow these steps:
Step 1: Research organized crime impacts on your community/city
1. Start by gathering information on organized crime and its impact on your community/city.
2. Look for local news articles, reports, or studies that discuss specific incidents or activities related to organized crime.
3. Identify the ways in which organized crime directly affects individuals and the community, such as drug trafficking, extortion, violence, or money laundering.
Step 2: Explore law enforcement efforts to tackle organized crime
1. Research the law enforcement agencies in your chosen area and their strategies to combat organized crime.
2. Look for initiatives, programs, or operations aimed at reducing organized crime in your community/city.
3. Evaluate the success or effectiveness of these efforts by referring to reports, statistics, or notable cases.
Step 3: Compare organized crime effects in different countries
1. Select China, Japan, Saudi Arabia, England, France, and Germany for comparison.
2. Research the impact of organized crime in each of these countries, focusing on the effects on individuals and society.
3. Look for similarities and differences in terms of organized crime activities and their consequences in these countries.
Step 4: Organize your findings into a PowerPoint presentation
1. Create a PowerPoint file with 6-8 slides to structure your presentation.
Slides 1-2: Introduction
- Introduce the topic of organized crime, its definition, and its relevance.
- Explain the purpose of the presentation.
Slides 3-5: Organized crime impacts and law enforcement efforts in your community/city
- Present the ways in which organized crime impacts you and your community/city directly.
- Highlight specific examples or incidents to illustrate your points.
- Discuss the efforts made by law enforcement agencies to reduce organized crime in the area.
- Include any successful outcomes or notable achievements.
Slides 6-8: Comparison of organized crime effects in different countries
- Present the findings on the impact of organized crime in China, Japan, Saudi Arabia, England, France, and Germany.
- Highlight similarities and differences between the chosen countries.
- Provide explanations or theories for these similarities or differences.
Step 5: Prepare supporting content and visuals
- Use bullet points, short phrases, or keywords on each slide to avoid overcrowding with text.
- Include relevant images, charts, graphs, or infographics to visually represent your data or findings.
- Use a consistent, appealing design for your slides, ensuring readability and professional aesthetics.
Step 6: Practice and rehearse your presentation
- Practice delivering your presentation multiple times to ensure a confident and smooth delivery.
- Time yourself to adhere to any time limits specified.
- Make sure your slides and content flow logically and that your points are clear and concise.
Remember to cite your sources properly in the presentation and include a reference slide at the end.