PSCI 8 - Political Ideologies

Institution:

Drew University

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Description:

An investigation of the philosophical and historical foundations of some of the major contemporary political ideologies. Though the emphasis may change from offering to offering, the following belief systems are most likely included: anarchism and utopianism, communitarianism and nationalism, liberalism and libertarianism, fascism and racism, socialism and communism, Catholicism and fundamentalism, liberation ideologies and human rights. The course requires the reading of classic texts in the various ideologies selected for study, and it seeks to foster critical thinking about what is involved in the adoption of a political ideology. Offered every semester.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.drew.edu

Phone Number:

(973) 408-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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