POLI 368R

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Topics in Political Philosophy

Political Science College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences

Course Description

Students will develop skills in use of philosophical methodology, give attention to articulating premises clearly and to understanding inferential validity using argumentative tools such as deduction, abduction, induction, and reflective equilibrium.

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Political Process, Theory and Thoughts

Learning Outcome

Use appropriate methods of analysis and research, including qualitative and quantitative methods, historical comparison, and textual interpretation to answer political questions.

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Advanced Writing

Learning Outcome

Write advanced papers on the topic.

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Master the Literature

Learning Outcome

Master the literature of a relevant subfield in political philosophy

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Apply Methodologies

Learning Outcome

Acquire and apply the appropriate methodologies of political philosophy

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Understand the role of Legal Studies

Learning Outcome

Understand how political philosophy fits into the broader context of political science