PSC 410 - Seminar in American Political Development

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Muhlenberg College

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American Political Development is an approach to American politics that emphasizes history, political culture, and institutions as these shape the development of public policy, political conflict, and citizenship. The course draws from the disciplines of history and sociology to enlarge our understanding of statesociety relationships, and it utilizes a variety of methodological approaches, including broadbased theory building and careful archival research and a variety of competing theoretical frameworks to explain patterns of change and continuity in American politics. Students will complete a significant research project focusing on key transformations and patterns in American history and development honors students may modify and use this project for a senior thesis. Course limited to juniors and seniors. Prerequisites: PSC 101 Introduction to American National Government and 201 Political Ideologies. Two additional courses in the American government subfield are strongly recommended

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4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.muhlenberg.edu

Phone Number:

(484) 664-3100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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