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Created by the EIU History Department to assist students of Eastern Illinois University in meeting the Illinois state standards for specialization in the social sciences.
Political Science - Standard 4
The competent political science teacher understands the organization and functions of government at the national, State, and local levels.
Knowledge Indicators - The competent political science teacher:
Classes at EIU:
4A.

understands the organization and financing of governmental functions at local, State, and national levels.

 

PLS 1153G
PLS 2603
4B.

understands the sharing of governmental functions between the various levels of government by means of intergovernmental relations.

 

PLS 1153G
PLS 2603
4C. understands the organization and function of courts at all levels.
PLS 1153G
PLS 2603
PLS 3543
Performance Indicators - The competent political science teacher:
Classes at EIU:
4D.

analyzes the role of government in the society and the economy.

 

PLS 1153G
4E.

identifies important events that changed significantly the regulatory, welfare, and other functions of government.

 

PLS 1153G
4F.

analyzes the impact of court rulings on local, State, and national governments.

 

PLS 1153G
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