Introduction to American Politics
POL SCI XL 149Z
This course gives a broad overview and introduces students to the American political system.
Classroom
Starting at $845.00
As few as 11 weeks
4.0
About this course:
This course is an introduction to American national political institutions, the factors that motivate political behavior, and the constraints that shape them. The course makes use of a number of political science theories. Topics to be covered include the American Constitution, civil rights, civil liberties, the presidency, Congress, political parties, elections, public opinion, the media, advertising, social identity, race and ethnic politics and political polling.Winter 2020 Schedule
Available Format(s):
These courses meet in person and make use of an online presence to varying degrees.
Enrollment Closed
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Thursday 12:00PM - 4:00PM
Location:
UCLA Extension 1010 Westwood
,
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
Instructor:
Burt Stillar
371909
Fee:
$845.00
Notes
Enrollment limited. Enrollment deadline: January 16, 2020. Internet access required. Materials required.
Refund Deadline
No refunds after January 23, 2020
Course Requirements
We The People: An Introduction to American Politics (Essentials)
by Ginsberg, Lowi, Weir, Tolbert, Spitzer
ISBN 978-0393639964
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Thu Jan 9, 2020
12:00PM - 4:00PM
UCLA Extension 1010 WestwoodUCLA Extension 1010 Westwood 313
Discussion
Thu Jan 16, 2020
12:00PM - 4:00PM
UCLA Extension 1010 WestwoodUCLA Extension 1010 Westwood 313
Discussion
Thu Jan 23, 2020
12:00PM - 4:00PM
UCLA Extension 1010 WestwoodUCLA Extension 1010 Westwood 313
Discussion
Thu Jan 30, 2020
12:00PM - 4:00PM
UCLA Extension 1010 WestwoodUCLA Extension 1010 Westwood 313
Discussion
Thu Feb 6, 2020
12:00PM - 4:00PM
UCLA Extension 1010 WestwoodUCLA Extension 1010 Westwood 313
Discussion
Thu Feb 13, 2020
12:00PM - 4:00PM
UCLA Extension 1010 WestwoodUCLA Extension 1010 Westwood 313
Discussion
Thu Feb 20, 2020
12:00PM - 4:00PM
UCLA Extension 1010 WestwoodUCLA Extension 1010 Westwood 313
Discussion
Thu Feb 27, 2020
12:00PM - 4:00PM
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in WestwoodUCLA Extension Gayley Center 121C
Discussion
Thu Mar 5, 2020
12:00PM - 4:00PM
UCLA Extension 1010 WestwoodUCLA Extension 1010 Westwood 313
Discussion
Thu Mar 12, 2020
12:00PM - 4:00PM
UCLA Extension 1010 WestwoodUCLA Extension 1010 Westwood 313
Discussion
Thu Mar 19, 2020
12:00PM - 4:00PM
UCLA Extension 1010 WestwoodUCLA Extension 1010 Westwood 313
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