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Nov 22, 2024
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POLS 1123 - American State And Local Government* 3 Credits
Principles and practices of state, county, and municipal government, their variety across America, and movements toward reform in larger metropolitan governments.
Course Level Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Explain how the U.S. Constitution defines federalism and the relationship between federal and state/local power. (GEO 3)
2. Describe the basic structures and responsibilities of state/local government institutions. (GEO 3)
3. Analyze the functioning and influence of political parties and interest groups at the state/local level. (GEO 2, 3)
4. Demonstrate an ability to utilize primary and secondary sources, the internet, and quantitative data to write coherent papers, discussion posts, or other assignments relating to state/local governance. (GEO 2, 3)
5. Analyze modes of policy making at the state/local levels in the variety of fiscal, social, and legal sectors. (GEO 1, 3, 4)
ACTS Equivalent Course Number: PLSC 2103
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