HIST 035 - U.S. Contemporary Issues II

5.0 Credits
A study of relevant topics affecting U.S. domestic policy issues may include education, the environment, health care, crime and the economy. Includes study of U.S. Constitution and federal government. Counts toward high school Contemporary World Problems and/or U.S. History II credit.

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

Analyze the purpose and organization of U.S. government and laws. [REASON]
Explain the organization of government at the federal, state and local levels including the executive, legislative and judicial branches. [REASON]
Describe individual rights and their accompanying responsibilities at the local, state, national levels. [COMMUNICATE]
Explain the Bill of Rights and describe some of the individual rights guaranteed by this document. [COMMUNICATE]
Analyze opposing arguments on current domestic (U.S.) issues. [REASON]
Explain how various stakeholders’ opinions, including corporations, government agencies and the public, influence public policy. [EXPLORE]
Analyze the role of government as participant in the U.S. economy through taxation, spending and policy setting. [REASON]
Communicate ideas clearly and effectively. [COMMUNICATE]