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Introduction To The American Political System (POL-101)

Semester:	Spring 2025
Number:	0158-101-002
Instructor:	Binda Godlove Aka
Days:	Tuesday Thursday 1:40 pm - 2:55 pm
Note:	Traditional In-Person Class
Location:	Garden City - Blodgett Hall 207
Credits:	3
Notes:	Additional course fees are $83.75
Course Materials:	View Text Books
Related Syllabi:	Binda Godlove Aka for Fall 2022*
	*Attention Students: Please note that the syllabi available for your view on these pages are for example only. The instructors and requirements for each course are subject to change each semester. If you enroll in a particular course, your instructor and course outline may differ from what is presented here.
Description:	This course is a study of the political structures and processes that affect the scope and content of American Politics. It examines the constitutional system, federalism, institutions (executive, legislative and judicial), parties, interest groups, public opinion, campaigns, elections, and civil rights and liberties. (Learning Goals:CW;Distribution Reqs:Social Sciences)
Learning Goals:	Students who complete this course successfully will acquire a working knowledge of theAmerican political system. They will come to understand the nature of the American political culture and of its clashing ideologies, the structure and functioning of American political institutions (both governmental and non-governmental), and the forces that shape American public policy. Additionally, by gaining an understanding of the liberties and rights guaranteed by our Constitution, legislative acts and judicial decisions, and the civic responsibilities mandated by same, students will also be better equipped to function as intelligent and responsible citizens. *The learning goals displayed here are those for one section of this course as offered in a recent semester, and are provided for the purpose of information only. The exact learning goals for each course section in a specific semester will be stated on the syllabus distributed at the start of the semester, and may differ in wording and emphasis from those shown here.

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