Course Description
Examination of political behavior, processes, and institutions in city as a special focus for study of politics and government in United States. Discussion and readings directed to current development in American cities.
Syllabus
Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:
Students successfully completing this course will be able to:
- Define research questions as they apply to the field of urban politics.
- Collect relevant data and secondary sources.
- Present evidence-based arguments.
- Communicate clearly and effectively in writing.
- Write in genres appropriate to the discipline of urban politics.
Course Grading Information:
| Activity/Performance Measure | Percentage/Points |
|---|---|
| Reading Summaries | 40 points |
| CityLab Research Project | 50 points |
| Discussion Posts | 10 points |
Grading Scale
| Percentage | Letter Grade |
|---|---|
| 94-100 | A |
| 90-93 | A- |
| 87-89 | B+ |
| 83-86 | B |
| 80-82 | B- |
| 77-79 | C+ |
| 73-76 | C |
| 70-72 | C- |
| 67-69 | D+ |
| 63-66 | D |
| 60-62 | D- |
| Less than 60 | F |
Attendance/Participation:
Attendance/participation is not a graded component included in the student's final grade for this course.
Course Materials Purchased by the Students:
No course materials are required.
Scholarly Perspectives
This course engages diverse scholarly perspectives to develop critical thinking, analysis, and debate and inclusion of a reading does not imply endorsement.