PS 151 - Democracy and Human Rights

Institution:

King's College - Pennsylvania

Subject:

Political Science

Description:

This course investigates the origins, meaning, and content of democracy and the role of human rights in a sound, functioning democracy. Questions that will frame debate include: Who should have the right to vote? What are the limits of free speech? Do citizens have a right to healthcare? Students will be introduced to social scientific methods of inquiry as a means to examine global issues systematically and compose thoughtful responses. Global and local case studies will be employed to illuminate the challenges of maintaining freedom and defending rights in a complex world.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.kings.edu

Phone Number:

(570) 208-5900

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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