POLI 345
Comparative Parties and Elections
Political Science
College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences
Course Description
Analyzes the electoral process and political parties in both the United States and other countries. Special attention is given to gender issues, campaigns, financing, corruption, extremist parties, religion, class, issues, fairness, accountability, electoral rules, and democracy.
When Taught
Contact Department
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Title
Theoretical Underpinnings
Learning Outcome
Understand the theoretical underpinnings of political parties in democracies.
Title
Practical Manifestations
Learning Outcome
Link the theoretical underpinnings of political parties with their practical manifestations in everyday politics.
Title
Clear Communication
Learning Outcome
Communicate both the theoretical underpinnings and practical manifestations of these theories to a wide variety of audiences.
