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pols100/U.S. Government

Course Information

pols100/U.S. Government/3 credits
Northern State University/Fall 2008
TC368/11:00-12:15A/TTH

Instructor Contact Information

Dr. Kenneth C. Blanchard, Jr.
NSU Box 704
1200 S. Jay St.
Aberdeen, SD 57401

Office TC357
Office Hours: 10am-11:50am MWF/4-4:50am MW/or by appointment.
Office Phone: 6056267796
e-mail: blanchak@northern.edu

Course Description

Catalog Description

Organization, functions, and problems of American government.  3 credits.

Professor's Description

An introduction to the science and practice of American Government, with an eye to understanding and appreciating daily political events.

Course Prerequisites

None

Course Learning Goals or Objectives

Description of Instructional Methods

Lecture/Discussion

Course Requirements

Class Attendance Policy

Cheating and Plagiarism Policy

Make-up Policy

Evaluation Procedures (Each weighted at 25%)

1. Midterm Short Test Average
2. Midterm Exam 
3. Final Short Test Average
4. Final Exam

ADA Statement

Northern State University recognizes its responsibility for creating an institutional climate in which students with disabilities can thrive.  If you have any type of disability for which you require accommodations, please contact Karen Gerety at the NSU Office of Disability Services (626-2371, Student Center 217) as soon as possible to discuss your particular needs.

BOR Statement