HIST 030 - Civics in Action

Maximum of 5.0 possible Credits
Participation in various activities that promote understanding of government at all levels. Emphasis will be on rights and responsibilities of citizenship. Counts toward U.S. History, Contemporary World Problems, Washington State Civics credit.

Course Objectives
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

Explain the core values and democratic principles of the U.S. as set forth in the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. [REASON]
Analyze the purposes, organization and function of federal, state and local government. [REASON]
Demonstrate the rights and responsibilities of citizenship and the principles of democratic civic involvement. [ACT]