POSC 124 - Polling and the Media

Institution:

Marist College

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Description:

One Credit LA Provides students with an understanding of the relationship between survey research and journalism. The course focuses on the uses and abuses of polls in the political process, the context for polls and their communication, and issues associated with independent polling, polling for candidates, and polling done by the media. Discussion involves current trends in survey research and the communication of poll results, including the role of exit polls. In addition, students gain different perspectives by discussing these issues with outside speakers.

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.Marist.edu

Phone Number:

(845) 575-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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