Abstract
In this special edition of the Journal of Security, Intelligence, and Resilience Education, homeland security, emergency management, intelligence, public administration, public health, and criminal justice scholars from American and Canadian colleges and universities share their programs, curricula, and plans that endeavor to bridge the gap between research and practice. This introduction provides an overview of innovative teaching strategies, methods, and curricula that equip academics and practitioners with the requisite skills and tools to address the complexities associated with homeland security challenges and opportunities.