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PSC 401F - Public Opinion and Political Behavior

(3 units)
Analysis of the psychological aspects of politics in relation to public opinion, propaganda, personality and political socialization.

Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Fall - Even Years
Student Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course:
1. Students will be able to compare the different models of information processing.
2. Students will be able to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of the different models of partisanship.
3. Students will be able to discuss the political consequences of biased information processing.
4. Students will be able to articulate how public opinion drives the differences we observe in policy outcomes nationally and across states and localities.


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