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Black, Naomi; And Others – PS: Political Science and Politics, 1994
Asserts that increased attention to marginalized groups in college political science courses is long overdue. Introduces a series of six brief articles describing how to incorporate these groups into the curriculum. Includes articles on gender, race, and sexual orientation issues. (CFR)
Descriptors: Blacks, Course Content, Course Descriptions, Curriculum Development

Gerber, Scott D. – PS: Political Science and Politics, 1994
Maintains that constitutional law is the cornerstone of an undergraduate public law curriculum. Asserts that there is a welcome trend toward teaching the subject over a two-semester sequence, instead of only one. Describes course content and teaching strategies used in a college constitutional law course. (CFR)
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Constitutional History, Constitutional Law, Course Content

Elfenbein, Caleb; Reitano, Richard – PS: Political Science and Politics, 1997
Presents a syllabus for an undergraduate U.S. government course that emphasizes theoretical foundations, institutions, governmental authority, national issues, and the making of public policy. Discusses the various methodologies for the course including traditional lecture-discussion, films, simulations, and readings. Describes in-class…
Descriptors: Citizenship Education, Civics, Course Content, Course Descriptions

Bradley, Robert C. – PS: Political Science and Politics, 1997
Presents the syllabus of an introductory U.S. government course. The course stresses alternative views on government including multiculturalism, grass-roots politics, social issues, class, race, and gender. Specifically, seeks to inculcate critical thinking and a global awareness. Includes a course outline, discussion of grading policies, and list…
Descriptors: Citizen Participation, Citizenship Education, Civics, Course Content