What is the purpose of PSCI 110?
The goal of this course is to give students a relevant understanding of how our complex government operates by describing the basic ideas, structure, and influences on our government and how politics work. This course addresses both philosophical roots and the contemporary operation of American national, state, and local governments. We also explore factors that influence our government: elections, political parties, the media, public opinion, and special interest groups. Students become familiar with policies, domestic and foreign. This course analyzes what is “American politics.” We discuss news events and connect them with the foundations, institutions, and political systems of our government.
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Does Humboldt State University have a disability policy?
It is the policy of Humboldt State University to provide equal access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities to participate in any program, service, or opportunity by the campus, including access to the content and services of the World Wide Web pages authored by the University. Request for accommodation in pursuit of student's academic programs should be made to the Student Disability Resource Center.
Course Information
- Political Science 110 – American Government
- Spring 2021
- Online – Asynchronous
Instructor Information
- Instructor name: Nicola Walters Email: through Canvas (look for the envelope icon) Phone: 505-577-3528 Office Hours: By appointment or via Canvas at set times. I’ll post these throughout the semester. How and when to contact instructor: Email is the fastest way to reach me. Please send me emails through Canvas only. This is located on the left-hand side of your browser under the …
Hsu Course Description
- Political values, institutions, and patterns of influence in law and governance, including relations among the nation, tribes, and the state of California. Meets requirement in “US Constitution and California state and local government” established by the legislature.
Required Textbook/Course Materials
- Required Textbooks: 1. American Government 2e – Open Stax resource through Canvas 2. Democracy for The Few (9th Edition) – available through Canvas Other Required Materials: Supplemental readings will be presented throughout the course on Canvas. Recommended Materials: Regular computer access to produce typed assignments and regular i…
Technology
- Necessary Computer Skills Online courses require adequate computer skills. You should be able to navigate the course websites, open and download files, use a word processor with either Microsoft word (.docx) or be able to convert files to portable document format (.pdf), and submit files to the class website. It is your responsibility to meet the technological demands of the cour…
Course Overview
- Welcome to American Government, PSCI 110. The goal of this course is to give students a relevant understanding of how our complex government operates by describing the basic ideas, structure, and influences on our government and how politics work. This course addresses both philosophical roots and the contemporary operation of American national, state, and local gover…
Course Requirements
- American Government is a participatory subject. It is learned not only by reading and writing, but also through discussion and debate. Therefore, the quality of your participation matters. Other st...
- Students are expected to complete each assignment by the scheduled date. If for some reason you need to reschedule a test or assignment, please let me know as soon as possible.
- American Government is a participatory subject. It is learned not only by reading and writing, but also through discussion and debate. Therefore, the quality of your participation matters. Other st...
- Students are expected to complete each assignment by the scheduled date. If for some reason you need to reschedule a test or assignment, please let me know as soon as possible.
- You will need to carefully read textbook chapters, participate in online activities and quizzes, complete weekly discussion assignments, and submit class projects. Conscientiousness, attention to d...
- Presenting the words or ideas of someone else as though they are your own is plagiarism. It is the most serious academic offense. You must always provide citations (including page num…
Expectations of The Student
- Log into the course daily. Participate.
- Expect to spend about 4-5 hours per week working on this course.
- Prepare to the best of your ability for every aspect of this course.
- Take the opportunity to learn how to write your own thoughts; don't plagiarize. Be sure to give credit where credit is due and cite your sources or use footnotes or endnotes.
Expectations of The Instructor
- I will be available to answer questions or issues that may arise for you during this course. Expect a 48-hour turnaround time for responses to emails. I am less likely to respond to emails on the weekends; expect responses Monday morning. I also am also committed to student privacy rights, including the legal rights of students that prevent information from being disclosed to any…
Assignments and Grading
- Participation – Discussions on Canvas – 30 pts. each. (20 points for the primary post and 5 points for each reply post.) Be prepared to contribute to periodic class discussions on Canvas. Please su...
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