Students are expected to prepare for and participate in class throughout the semester. Preparation includes reading assigned materials, completing weekly assignments, and submitting work on time. Four course components will used to evaulate students. Late papers, projects, or missed exams will be considered only in documented emergencies. The instructor reserves the right to make adjustments to this syllabus as necessary .
Students are responsible for all announced changes to the syllabus.
Paper 1, 3-5 pages . A policy output can be cash payments, infrastructure development, provision of services, regulation, etc. The paper will be no less than three and no more than five typed, double spaced pages. Due on July 19. Students will learn how to apply critical thinking to a selection of articles about state politics and policies.