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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 7
The competent political science teacher understands the rule of law and the rights and responsibilities of citizens.
Knowledge Indicators - The competent political science teacher:
Classes at EIU:
7A.

Understands the degree to which citizens' rights have been expanded over time by constitutional means.

 

PLS 1153G
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7B.

Understands the categories of the law (e.g., common, civil, and criminal).

 

PLS 1153G
7C.

Understands landmark documents and events in the development of the rule of law.

 

PLS 1153G
Performance Indicators - The competent political science teacher:
Classes at EIU:
7D.

Identifies ways a competent, responsible, citizen functions in a democratic society.

 

PLS 1153G
7E.

Analyzes historic and current issues regarding the balance between rights and responsibilities, and between personal freedom and community needs and laws.

 

PLS 1153G
PLS 3543
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