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Using Simulations in Linked Courses to Foster Student Understanding of Complex Political Institutions
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Williams, Michelle Hale – Journal of Political Science Education, 2015
Political institutions provide basic building blocks for understanding and comparing political systems. Yet, students often struggle to understand the implications of institutional choice, such as electoral system rules, especially when the formulas and calculations used to determine seat allocation can be multilevel and complex. This study brings…
Descriptors: Political Science, Elections, Political Campaigns, Introductory Courses