1. Explain the origin and development of the Texas constitution.
2. Describe state and local political systems and their relationship with the federal government.
3. Describe separation of powers and checks and balances in both theory and practice in Texas.
4. Demonstrate knowledge of the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of Texas government.
5. Evaluate the role of public opinion, interest groups, and political parties in Texas.
6. Analyze the state and local election process.
7. Identify the rights and responsibilities of citizens.
8. Analyze issues, policies and political culture of Texas.
9. Be able to demonstrate the effects of the US and Texas Constitutions on public policy.
TCCNS: [GOVT2306] Structure and powers of all state and local government, federalism, political process, culture, and policy in Texas and other topics in political science. Partially fulfills core Government/Political Science requirement.
SCH: 3 Hours
Students will be required to purchase the following textbooks and/or courseware. More details are available in the course syllabus:
McGraw-Hill's interactive platform, Connect: ISBN: 978-1266528385
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