POSC 3350 Governmental Institutions

An in-depth examination of the major national institutions of government focusing on the presidency, judiciary, Congress, political parties, and elections.

Credits

3

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the following outcome-based learning skills:

1. Think critically and analytically about the forces and factors that shape the behavior of national government and other important institutional actors in American politics.
2. Promote critical thought and reflection about political parties and ideologies in the American political system, as well as the role of state politics in the institutions of government
3. Interpret varying points of view and interpretations as to the functions of American political institutions.
4. An in-depth understanding of the issues that impact American political institutions.
5. Use the offered theories to analyze and critically assess national issues, relating to American political institutions, which will be covered in class and the course readings.
6. Expanded critical analysis skills through the readings in the books and lectures, in-class discussions, and writing assignments.