PS 2020 - State and Local Government

Institution:

Motlow State Community College

Subject:

Political Science/RODP

Description:

This course covers the basics of how state and local governments operate. It includes topics such as federalism, state constitutions, political parties and elections at the state and local level, legislatures, governors, the judiciary, the structure of local governments, and of course public budgeting and service delivery. The course also deals with several issue areas of concern to states and local governments such as education, criminal justice, economic development, and social welfare and health care policy. There are eight weekly quizzes based on the readings, one paper based on an additional book, a midterm and a final exam, and a weekly discussion on the Discussion Board.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.mscc.edu

Phone Number:

(931) 393-1500

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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