PCADE 057 United States Civics (ESL) (5 credits)
Course Description
The course will provide students with a broad view of America’s past and present history and its political structure.
Course Content
A. Geographic settings of major regions
B. Sub-periods in the history of the US
C. U.S. and local constitution/branches of government
D. Economic developments
E. Cultural impacts
F. Educational system in the US
G. Scientific and technological advancements
H. Developments within the law
I. Military affairs
J. Status of the environment
K. Relationships with other nations
L. Rights and responsibilities of citizens
M. Elections and electoral issues
N. Immigration policy/reservation system
Student Outcomes
1. Identify the foundations of the American political system, as well as the basic values and principles of American democracy.
2. Describe how the government established by the United States Constitution embodies the purposes, values, and principles of American democracy.
3. Explain how state and local government is established by the Washington State Constitution.
4. Summarize active roles as a citizen at the local, state, and national levels of government.
5. Explain how the political and legal systems provide a means to balance competing interests and resolve conflicts.
6. Explain why laws are needed and how they are enacted, implemented, and enforced at the national, state, and local levels.
7. Identify how and why individuals and groups make economic, political and social choices.
8. Analyze features of the economic, political, and social system of the United States in order to recognize patterns between and among the three systems.
9. Analyze factors influencing the United States economy, policy, and social structures in order to interpret current events.
10. Debate issues regarding the personal responsibilities of citizens in the American constitutional democracy.
Degree Outcomes
EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION Graduates will be able to exchange messages in a variety of contexts using multiple methods. INFORMATION COMPETENCY Graduates will be able to seek, find, evaluate and use information and employ information technology to engage in lifelong learning. MULTICULTURALISM Graduates will demonstrate knowledge of diverse ideas, cultures, and experiences, and develop the ability to examine their own attitudes and assumptions in order to understand and work with others who differ from themselves.
Lecture Contact Hours 50
Lab Contact Hours 0
Clinical Contact Hours 0
Total Contact Hours 50
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