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Why do a majority of Americans not vote? Why is it that the winner of the popular vote for President can also be the loser? Is there really a difference between Democrats and Republicans? Do we really need 50 state governments if we have a Federal Government? Why was there a recall election in California? Don't know much about American politics? Then welcome to Poli Sci 1! |
| Poli Sci 1 covers the structure and functions of the American national state and local governments. Emphasis is placed on the development of democratic institutions through historical and contemporary studies. Students will have an opportunity to understand what has shaped the United States Constitution, its amendments, major court interpretations, the operation of and one's role in democratic government. This course may be used to meet the Social Science I or II requirement in the General Education Pattern for transfer to the California State University system. |
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Additional topics this course will explore are the following:
 | Significant events in political, economic, and social American history that have shaped our political system since its founding; |
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role of major ethnic and social groups in influencing public policy; |
| The role of the media; |
| The relevance of foreign policy in shaping American politics (and vice-versa); |
| Alternative paths towards political reform in the Information Age. |
Read the Getting Started page to find out what is required to register, how to get your password, etc.
I need to know who you are! After you enroll, and before the first day of class, send me your name and e-mail address or you may be dropped (there is a growing waiting list). (Even if you have e-mailed me once before, you must do so again now so that I may get an accurate count.)
| I will respond with a confirmation e-mail. If I don't respond, assume I didn't get it and try again (or in the last resort, call me at 408-741-2546 and leave a message. Only do this if I haven't responded to your initial e-mail.) Please e-mail me at poli_sci1_wvc@yahoo.com. |
On the day the class starts, go to the Angel Home Page at http://wvmccd.angellearning.com and log in to get started. Be sure to bookmark the Angel homepage as you'll need to log in from this page each time you enter the course. West Valley College also has a good Online Orientation that you may find helpful.
To learn more about History 17B Online, choose from the following:
| COURSE ONLINE FORMAT |
| SYLLABUS |
| TAKE A TEST DRIVE |
| WVC Political Science Department |
| E-mail the Instructor if you have any questions. |
