POLE 500 - American Politics and Economy (4)

Survey of topics vital for an understanding of American national institutions, politics, and economics. Readings, lectures, and discussions will examine the democratic and economic principles of the national government, the institutions of the United States political system, citizen-government linkages, and public policy. Meets a requirement in the social studies teaching field of the MSE-FYNT program. Prereq: Admission to the MSE-FYNT program. Offered: Fall, on rotation.