Description

Overview:

This course is an introduction to real-world dynamics of public policy controversies. Topics to be considered include national, state, and local policy disputes, such as smoking, hazardous waste, abortion, gun control, and education. Using a case study approach, students study whether and how those disputes get resolved. Students conduct debates and simulations in addition to writing a series of short essays.

Subject:

Engineering, Environmental Science, Political Science

Level:

Community College / Lower Division, College / Upper Division

Material Type:

Full Course

Date Added:

07/14/2022