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WLAC Course Syllabi
Political Science 1 - J. Ruebensaal

Course Description

Government of the United State and California

The purpose of this course is to teach you information about your government on both the national and local level

Student Learning Objectives

Critical Thinking (SLO)

A student should be able to analyze problems by differentiating fact from opinion, using evidence, and using reasoning to specify multiple solutions and their consequences.   This course develops in you a sense of critical reading, thinking, and writing. 

Civic Responsibility (SLO).

To apply the principles of public service in the context of work, family, community and the global world.

Required Text

American Government and Politics Today:  Essentials 09-10.  Bardes and Shelley

California Government.  Korey

West LA College | WLAC Course Syllabi | Political Science | Political Science 1 - J. Ruebensaal