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POLSC232: American Government

Offered By: Saylor Academy

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Government Courses Civil Rights Courses Civil Liberties Courses Policymaking Courses American Government Courses

Course Description

Overview

Explore the foundations, institutions, and processes of American government in this comprehensive 125-hour course. Delve into political foundations, behavior, parties, campaigns, elections, and interest groups. Examine key political institutions, civil rights and liberties, and policymaking. Gain a thorough understanding of the American political system through in-depth study units, a study guide, and a final exam for certification.

Syllabus

  • Course Introduction
  • Unit 1: American Political Foundations
  • Unit 2: American Political Behavior
  • Unit 3: Political Parties, Campaigns, Elections, and Interest Groups
  • Unit 4: American Political Institutions
  • Unit 5: Civil Rights and Civil Liberties
  • Unit 6: Policymaking in American Government
  • Study Guide
  • Course Feedback Survey
  • Certificate Final Exam

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