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Lustick, Ian S. – PS: Political Science and Politics, 1997
Presents a syllabus for an undergraduate introductory course on political science. Includes an analysis and rationale of the course organization and materials from the instructor. Discusses the educational goals and objectives of the course and how these are met. Reprints instructions for the final required paper. (MJP)
Descriptors: Course Content, Course Evaluation, Course Objectives, Course Organization

Bowers, David Alexander, Jr. – PS: Political Science and Politics, 1994
Asserts that commercial online computer services provide a wealth of features that can be helpful in teaching political science. Discusses four commercial services and recommends the use of Prodigy because of its ability to link one article to other articles of related content. (CFR)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Computer Uses in Education, Course Content, Databases

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