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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 5
The competent political science teacher understands the elements that shape public policy in the United States and other nations.
Knowledge Indicators - The competent political science teacher:
Classes at EIU:
5A.

understands governmental agencies' role in implementing and developing public policy.

 
PLS 1153G
5B.

understands the multiple roles of the president of the United States and State governors, and the role of heads of government in other countries in setting policy.

 
PLS 1003
PLS 2603
PLS 3753
5C.

understsands the policy-setting role of legislatures and their committes in the United States in contrast to other countries.

 
PLS 1003
PLS 1153G
5D.

understands the policy role of courts in the United States in contrast with the role of courts in other countries.

 
PLS 1003
PLS 1153G
5E.

understands the influence of active citizens, interest groups, and political partisans on formation of public policy.

 
PLS 1153G
5F.

understands the influence of public opinion and the mass media in the development of public policy.

 
PLS 1153G
Performance Indicators - The competent political science teacher:
Classes at EIU:
5G.

analyzes the influence of individuals and groups on the formation and implementation of public policy.

 
PLS 1153G
5H.

evaluates the shaping of public policy in terms of basic principles (e.g., representation, democracy, and public interest.

 
PLS 1153G
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