Political Literacy

Catalog description

Students will learn to critically analyze and synthesize important historical and contemporary research in political science. This course will introduce students to methods of policy research and data sources. They will learn how to access relevant data related to political developments and trends, and how to conduct original research using data from government records and databases. The course will emphasize research literacy skills, and identification and use of credible information sources. Prerequisite: ENGL 17000 ; HIST 15500 , PS 15500 , or PS 15600 ; and at least one course at the ECON 30000- or PS 30000-level.