Political Science 390
I. Course Title: Topics In Political Science (AG, PA, IR, CG, PT, depending on course topic)
II. Course Number: POSC 390
III. Credit Hours: 3 credits
IV. Prerequisites: None
V. Course Description:
Detailed study of a topic in political science.
Note(s): May be taken again with a different course title.
VI. Detailed Description of Content of the Course:
Women and Politics (example)
1. Why study women and politics?
2. Gender difference in political consciousness and participation
3. Public space/private space
- a. Feminist political thought
- b. The connection between freedom and political action
- c. Inclusion, exclusion and politics
4. The legal rights of women
5. Feminist approaches to social movements, community, and power
- a. Women in American politics
- b. Women and political action in developing nations
VI. Detailed Description of Conduct of Course:
Course will use lecture, discussion, films, and appropriate engagement activities.
VII. Goals and Objectives of the Course:
- Students will demonstrate research skills related to a topic or issue in political science;
- Students will be able to analyze political concepts related to the topic studied and use them to interpret the topic or issue;
- Students will demonstrate oral and written presentation skills related to the topic;
- Students will be able to explain political factors that influence individuals’ ideas and behaviors concerning the topic;
- Students will be able to use political concepts appropriate to the topic.
VIII. Assessment Measures:
Course will rely on a variety of assessment measures including examinations, discussion, case studies, portfolios, oral presentations, and research papers.
Other Course Information: None
Review and Approval
March 2009
March 01, 2021