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Christopher Roberts
POL S 202
Seattle Campus
Institutions and politics in the American political system. Ways of thinking about how significant problems, crises, and conflicts of American society are resolved politically. Offered: AWSpS.
Class description
Description: This course is an introduction to the study of American politics. The course will provide a broad and critical examination of the ideas, institutions, processes, and public policies that are central to the American system of government. Students will not only develop an understanding of the mechanisms of American government, but be introduced to the concepts and issues that drive contemporary American politics. Beyond preparing students for advanced study within the multiple sub-fields of American politics, the course will facilitate informed citizenship and participation in the democratic process
Student learning goals
General method of instruction
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Class assignments and grading
Assignments: Two short (5-6 page) papers, weekly quizzes and final exam. Each week there will be required readings from each of books. Readings should be done for the day they are assigned. The complete, week-by-week reading list will be posted on the course website.
