POLI 110 - Introduction to Social Science I4 Credit (4 lecture, 0 lab) 4 Contact Hours [Reading Level 3 and Writing Level 3 ]
This course is an interdisciplinary and comparative introduction to the study of human beings and their efforts to adapt and function successfully in a dynamic environment. Emphasis is placed on the organizations and institutions that have been created to form what we collectively refer to as Modern Western Civilization. With some general historic and geographic background, as well as some treatment of the methodology of the social sciences, the main subject matter of this course deals with contemporary American society, focusing on historical interpretation, philosophy/ideology, government, geography, politics, economic development, and international relations. Regular, ongoing comparisons with selected countries round out the global perspective so integral to the course.
OFFERED: as needed
Course Goals; Objectives; Competencies
Goal 1: Explore the interdisciplinary nature of the social sciences.
- Know the scientific method and the characteristics of research in the social sciences.
- Identify the various disciplines in the social sciences.
Goal 2: Demonstrate understanding of Political Science.
- Demonstrate understanding of the American Political System historically and contemporaneously.
- Articulate the political systems of other countries and compare them to that of the United States.
- Demonstrate understanding of the international relations of the United States with other countries.
Goal 3: Demonstrate understanding of Economics.
- Demonstrate understanding of the American Economy from both a historical and contemporary perspective.
- Compare and contrast the developed and developing world.
Goal 4: Demonstrate understanding of Geography.
- Identify continents.
- Recognize and identify major landforms, rivers, and other geographic features and formations of the earth.
Goal 5: Demonstrate Critical Thinking Skills.
- Recognize areas of historical and contemporary global issues and conflicts and explore causes and possible solutions.
Goal 6: Demonstrate written communication skills.
- Write a logical, coherent essay and/or paper.
- Take and use class notes and outlines.
Goal 7: Demonstrate the interpersonal, organizational and time management skills needed in the workplace.
- Employ effective written and oral communication with group members to organize information, concatenate different perspectives and compromise.
- Meet deadlines.
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