State and Local Government – GOVT 327

Course Description

Issues, interest and institutions of American state and local government in the framework of federalism.

Rationale

The student studying government within a politics and policy specialization or minor is required to demonstrate an understanding of a biblical Christian worldview as the foundation for all endeavors of civil government. The student will also establish a working knowledge of the philosophy of limited state constitutional government and local civil government within a federal framework.

Course Assignment

Textbook readings and lecture presentations

Course Requirements Checklist

After reading the Course Syllabus and Student Expectations, the student will complete the related checklist found in the Course Overview.

Discussions (5)

Discussions are collaborative learning experiences. Therefore, the student will create a thread in response to the provided prompt for each Discussion. Each thread must be 250–300 words and demonstrate knowledge of course-related materials. In addition to the thread, the student is required to reply to 2 other classmates’ threads. Each reply must be at least 100 words.

Research Paper Assignments (3)

The student will write three 2–4-page research-based papers in current APA format that focuses on the provided topic for that particular paper. The papers must include at least 3–5 scholarly sources, which may include course materials (textbooks and presentations) and the Bible.

Reflection Paper Assignment

The student will write a 1–2 page reflection paper in current APA format that focuses on his/her belief of biblical authority for federalism. The paper must include 3–5 reference in addition to the course textbook and the Bible.

Quizzes (4)

Each quiz will cover the Learn material for the module in which it is assigned. Each quiz will be open-book/open-notes, contain 10 multiple-choice and true/false questions, and have a 1-hour time limit.