Fall Term 2017 Voting, Political Participation, and Public Opinion - 5084 - GOVT 435 |
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Prerequisites/Notes: GOVT 220, 360, 370, or 380 Catalog Description : Who votes and why? How do individuals form opinions about politics? How are scientific surveys and polls conducted and what are their limitations? This course examines voting, participation, and public opinion formation (primarily in the United States) through theories of political psychology and rational choice. PREREQUISITES: GOVT 220, 360, 370, or 380 Attributes: GER Social Science Div, GER Writing Intensive, 400-599 Advanced Course
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