POSC 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:

1. Students will demonstrate research skills related to a topic or issue in political science;
2. Students will be able to analyze political concepts related to the topic studied and use them to interpret the topic or issue;
3. Students will demonstrate oral and written presentation skills related to the topic;
4. Students will be able to explain political factors that influence individuals’ ideas and behaviors concerning the topic;
5. 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