GOVT 110 - Introduction to Government

Institution:

Augustana College - South Dakota

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Description:

An introduction to the major concepts, theories, ideas and fields of study relating to government and politics. The course focuses on the exploration of pertinent value questions which confront, and frequently confound, voters and decision- makers alike. These questions are associated with certain recurrent themes in the study of politics: citizenship and political participation, leadership and public policy, the quest for the ideal society, the requirements of constitutional government, the nature and causes of political tyranny, the causes and consequences of revolution, the roots of wars, the principles of world politics, and the prospects for world peace through international law and organization. NOTE: OFFERED EVERY SEMESTER

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.augie.edu

Phone Number:

(605) 274-0770

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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