Comparing Old & New Terrorism

Introduction1.1 BackgroundIn the countdown to the end of the twentieth century, nonable scholars came up with a smart concept of spick-and-span Terrorism which represents a shift from the traditional terrorism. The new terrorism refers to a soft change in the nature of terrorism, which has allegedly taken place during the 1990s (Kurtulus 2007476). This paradigm has also been divers(a)ly referred to as modern-day terrorism (Laqueur 2003) post-modern terrorism, super-terrorism, catastrophic terrorism and hyper-terrorism (Field 2009). This dissertation intends to undertake the examination of this paradigm shift. It intends to examine the various sources if there is indeed a New Terrorism as canvassed by some scholars and policy makers. It would do this by doing a case take of Irish republican host, or the IRA and Al al-Qaida representing each group.1.2 Aims and ObjectivesIn this section, the look buzz offs, objectives, and look for capitulums leave behind be outlined. Fir stly, the aim of this research is as followsTo ensure that this aim is fully explored, the avocation research objectives have been devisedHow are the emerging forms of terrorism different from the traditional methods How should the living counterterrorism substructure be amended in order to meet the challenges of the modern age 1.3 Research QuestionsThe research question is as followsWhat are the new forms of terrorism and what factors created them What are the key factors that have contributed to the success of these new terrorist practices Is the current counterterrorist system capable of dealing with the emerging terrorist threatTo seek to explore this aim, research question and these objectives, a review of the literary productions leave alone be undertaken to explore these areas have experienced change everywhere time. The findings from this review will be used to explore and examine the research aim, objectives and question. To ensure that this is appropriately underta ken the following topics will be discussed in the review1.4 Scope of the StudyA training of the Irish Republican Army will be undertaken in comparison to the modern operations of the recognized terrorist agency Al Qaeda.1.5 Structure of the StudyThis study will be comprised of 6 sections including the introduction, literature review, and methodology, case study analysis, Discussion, Conclusion.2 Literature Review The section will review relevant literature as regards the proposed research.2.1 Defining Terrorism and emerging forms of Terrorism2.2 Factors that contributed to Terrorisms Success2.3 afoot(predicate) prevention and enforcement options2.4Trends3. MethodologyThis chapter illustrates the research methodology used as well as providing a apprise introductory passage regarding the meaning of research methodology.3.1 IntroductionThe methodology focuses on an explanation of the qualitative and quantitative research approaches considered for this thesis to answer the following questionsHow are the emerging forms of terrorism different from the traditional methods How should the existing counterterrorism infrastructure be amended in order to meet the challenges of the modern ageThis includes the elements of the research approach adoptive and the reasons behind this choice.3.2 Methods of Data CollectionSecondary sources dating from the operation of the Irish Republican Army as well as year to date operations of Al Qaeda will provide the required range of entropy for assessment.3.2.1 slip Study AnalysisYin (2009) contends that the case study analysis strategy is a valid tool for providing trial-and-error content. This method of research allows for an investigation into the real world impact of terrorism. Others contend that the case study is not always the best strategic analysis approach (Baxter and Jack 2008). However, Stake (1995) demonstrates that a case study can provide understanding and increase the capacity for understanding.The approach for thi s dissertation will utilize a qualitative, interpretative research method a case study examination of the Irish Republican Army and Al Qaeda. Yin (2009) demonstrates that the exploratory case study method can be used to examine situations in which there is no defined outcome. This research will rest on the goal to identify challenges and lessons for future. For the purposes of this research, the qualitative research approach is more suitable due to capacity to assess the wide ranging nature the terrorist conditions.Case StudyThis section will present a case study examination of the Irish Republican Army in comparison to the operations of Al Qaeda.4.1 Irish Republican Army formation factorsRyanair and (another airway of your choice)4.2 Effectiveness of the IRA methods4.3 Al Qaeda formation factors4.4 Effectiveness of the IRA methods4.5 Trends4.8 Discussion(Tie the case study to the literature review)5. Conclusion 7. ReferencesBaxter, P. and Jack, S. 2008. soft case study methodolog y Study design and implementation for novice researchers. The Qualitative Report, 13 (4), pp. 544559.Field, A. 2009. The New Terrorism Revolution or Evolution?. Political Studies Review, 7 (2), pp. 195207.Kurtulus, E. 2011. The new terrorism and its critics. Studies in Conflict & Terrorism, 34 (6), pp. 476500.Laqueur, W. 2003. No end to war. New York Continuum.Stake, R. 1995. The art of case study research. keen-witted Publications, Inc.Yin, R. 2009. Case study research. Thousand Oaks Sage Publications.