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NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE
COURSE SYLLABUS
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Course Title:
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Federal Government 2305 Complete Online Class
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Course Prefix & Number:
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GOVT2305
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Section Number:
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0346
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Semester/Year:
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Fall 2020
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Semester Credit Hours:
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3
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Lecture Hours:
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3
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Lab Hours:
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0
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Course Description (NCTC Catalog):
Origin and development of the U.S. Constitution, structure and powers of the national government including the legislative, executive, and judicial branches, federalism, political participation, the national election process, public policy, civil liberties, and civil rights.
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Course Prerequisite(s): None
Link to Online Textbook
https://connect.mheducation.com/class/k-stewart-govt-2305-master-course-0346 (Links to an external site.)
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INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION
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Name of Instructor:
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KAREN STEWART
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Campus/Office Location:
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CORINTH 331 MEETINGS THROUGH ZOOM IF NEEDED
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Telephone Number:
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940-597-9110
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E-mail Address:
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kstewart@nctc.edu
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OFFICE HOURS
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Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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5-7 p.m.
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5-7 p.m.
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ZOOM MEETINGS AS NEEDED
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STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES (From Academic Course Guide Manual/Workforce Education Course Manual/NCTC Catalog)
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At the successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
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Explain the origin and development of constitutional democracy in the United States.
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Demonstrate knowledge of the federal system.
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Describe separation of powers and checks and balances in both theory and practice.
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Demonstrate knowledge of the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of the federal government.
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Evaluate the role of public opinion, interest groups, and political parties in the political system.
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Analyze the election process.
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Describe the rights and responsibilities of citizens.
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Analyze issues and policies in U.S. Politics.
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GRADING CRITERIA
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# of Graded Course Elements
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Graded Course Elements
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Percentage or Point Values
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10
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Book Chapter Quizzes 10 Points Each
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100
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1
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Final Exam
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100
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4
1
1
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Chapter Exercises
Midterm Exam
Political Cartoons
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45
100
40
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1
8
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Foreign Policy
Weekly Discussions
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75
40
Total 500
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COURSE SUBJECT OUTLINE
Grades are based on the following:
500-450=A 449-399=B 398-348=C 347-297=D 296-Below= F
Assignments are listed Below
10 Book Chapter Quizzes 10 Points Each 100 Points
Political Cartoons 40 Points
Foreign Policy 75 Points
8 Discussions Weekly 5 Points Each 40 Points
Final Exam 100 Points
Midterm Exam 100 Points
500 Points Total
ATTENDANCE POLICY
Regular and punctual attendance is expected of all students in all classes for which they have registered. All absences are considered to be unauthorized unless the student is absent due to illness or emergencies as determined by the instructor. It is the student responsibility to provide documentation as to the emergency for approval and judgement by the faculty member. Approved college sponsored activities are the only absences for which a student should not be held liable and only when provided by a college official ahead of the absence. Valid reasons for absence, however, do not relieve the student of the responsibility for making up required work. Students will not be allowed to make up an examination missed due to absence unless they have reasons acceptable to the instructor Student will be dropped from a class by the Registrar upon recommendation of the instructor who feels the student has been justifiably absent or tardy a sufficient number of times to preclude meeting the course’s objectives. Persistent, unjustified absences from classes or laboratories will be considered sufficient cause for College officials to drop a student from the rolls of the College. From Board Policy FC (LOCAL)
Additional Instructor-specific Absence Policy:
Online students are required to check Canvas daily for possible updates, and new assignments.
Last day to withdraw from a course with a “W” is _______________.
DISABILITY SERVICES (Office for Students with Disabilities)
The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) provides support services for students with disabilities, students enrolled in technical areas of study, and students who are classified as special populations (i.e. single parents).
Support services for students with disabilities might include appropriate and reasonable accommodations, or they may be in the form of personal counseling, academic counseling, career counseling, etc. Furthermore, OSD Counselors work with students to encourage self-advocacy and promote empowerment. The Counselors also provides resource information, disability-related information, and adaptive technology for students who qualify.
For support, please contact the counselors at (940) 498-6207 or (940) 668-4321. Alternatively, students may stop by Room 170 in Corinth or Room 110 in Gainesville.
CORE CURRICULUM FOUNDATIONAL COMPONENT AREA (For classes in the Core)_______
Communication
Mathematics
Life and Physical Science
Language, Philosophy & Culture
Creative Arts
X Government/Political Science
Social and Behavioral Sciences
Component Area Option
American History
REQUIRED CORE OBJECTIVES (For classes in the Core)
X Critical Thinking
X Communication
Empirical and Quantitative
Teamwork
X Personal Responsibility
X Social Responsibility
COURSE TYPE
Academic General Education Course (from ACGM but not in NCTC Core)
X Academic NCTC Core Curriculum Course
WECM Course
STUDENT HANDBOOK
Students are expected to follow all rules and regulations found in the student handbook and published online.
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY
Scholastic dishonesty shall include, but is not limited to cheating, plagiarism, academic falsification, intellectual property dishonesty, academic dishonesty facilitation and collusion. Faculty members may document and bring charges against a student who is engaged in or is suspected to be engaged in academic dishonesty. See Student Handbook, “Student Rights & Responsibilities: Student Conduct ([FLB(LOCAL)]”.
QUESTIONS, CONCERNS, or COMPLAINTS
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Name of Chair/Coordinator:
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Crystal R.M. Wright
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Office Location:
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Gainesville Campus, Room 824
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Telephone Number:
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940-668-7731, ext. 4320
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E-mail Address:
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cwright@nctc.edu
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Name of Instructional Dean:
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Dr. Bruce King
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Office Location:
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316 E Hickory St, Denton, TX 76201
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Telephone Number:
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940-380-2504
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E-mail Address:
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bking@nctc.edu
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Tentative Course Calendar: Instructor reserves the right to Amend as needed
Week 1 August 24th
Chapter 1- Political Thinking and Political Culture
Syllabus Planning Assignments
Introductions Discussion
Week 2 August 31st
Chapter 2- Constitutional Democracy
Quiz Chapter 2- Online Book
Discussion 1- Government and You
All Assignments Due September 6th
Week 3 September 7th
Chapter 3- Federalism
Quiz Chapter 3- Online Book
All Assignments Due September 13th
Week 4 September 14
Chapter 4- Civil Liberties
Chapter 5- Equal Rights
Quiz Chapter 5- Online Book
Chapter Exercise #1 Civil Right/Civil Liberties- 15 Points
All Assignments Due September 20th
Week 5 September 21
Chapter 6- Public Opinion
Discussion 2- Public Opinion and Polls
All Assignments Due September 27th
Week 6 September 28
Chapter 7- Political Participation
Quiz Chapter 7- Online Book
Political Cartoons Assignment
All Assignments Due October 4th
Week 7 October 5th
Chapter 8- Political Parties
Chapter Exercise # 2 Political Quiz 10 Points
Discussion 3- Comparing the Parties
Quiz Chapter 8 Online Book
All Assignments Due October 11th
Week 8 October 12
Chapter 9- Interest Groups
Chapter 10- The News Media
Midterm Exam 100 Points
All Assignments Due October 18th
Week 9 October 19
Chapter 11- Congress
Chapter 12- The Presidency
Quiz Chapter 12- Online Book
Chapter Exercise # 3 Scandals in Congress 10 Points
All Assignment Due October 25th
Week 10 October 26
Chapter 13- The Federal Bureaucracy
Quiz Chapter 13- Online Book
Discussion 4- The Cabinets of the Bureaucracy
All Assignments Due November 1st
Week 11 November 2
Chapter 14- The Judicial System
Quiz Chapter 14- Online Book
Discussion 5- Prison Reform/Death Penalty
All Assignments Due November 8th
Week 12 November 9
Chapter 15 Economic and Environmental Policy
Quiz Chapter 15- Online Book
Discussion 6- Environmental Issues
All Assignments Due Nov 15th
Week 13 November 16
Chapter 16- Income Welfare & Education
Quiz Chapter 16- Online Book
Chapter Exercise #4 Social Welfare 10 Points
Discussion #7 Poor in America
All Assignments Due November 22nd
Week 14 November 23rd Happy Thanksgiving
Week 15 November 30th
Chapter 17- Foreign Policy
Discussion #8 Terrorism and Foreign Policy Due Nov 6
Foreign Policy Assignment Due December 6th
Week 16 December 7th Final Exam Week
COVID-19 Specific Syllabi Statements Fall 2020
Syllabi statement regarding potential Conversion of Onsite Classes to Online/Remote Format: North Central Texas College students should be aware that in the event of a college closure due to COVID-19, onsite classes will be converted to an online/remote format. Students should plan ahead to ensure they have access to the computer equipment (either PC, MAC, or tablet), webcam, and internet connectivity to continue their classes in an online/remote format. Please read all your official North Central Texas College student emails as the transition from onsite to online/remote might require a reorganization in your personal situation. Students will be granted a 72-hour transition and grace period. Online classes will continue as scheduled without disruption. Wear a mask, stay safe, and contact your Instructor as the situation arises. These policies and procedures were updated on July 30, 2020 and are subject to change.
Syllabi Statement Regarding Face Coverings: Per the North Central Texas College guidance on face coverings on campus, in the instructional setting, faculty and students must wear face coverings, such as masks or face shields. Students without coverings, or those who do not comply with the rules relating to face coverings, will not be able to participate in on-campus classroom activities. To request an exception to this requirement, students should contact the NCTC HR Office of Enrollment Management (ccove@nctc.edu). Failure to comply with the face coverings requirement may result in the Instructor directing the student to leave the classroom. Any student asked to leave the classroom may be referred to the student conduct officer. These policies and procedures were updated on July 30, 2020 and are subject to change.
Temporary COVID-19 Attendance Policy for Face-to-Face Meetings: We are facing an unprecedented situation in which all of us must be flexible and make prudent decisions in the best interest of our families, our campus, and our community. In light of this, North Central Texas College is temporarily establishing the requirement that faculty keep records of student attendance for face-to-face course meetings as well as a documented seating chart. In addition, students who are sick or need to quarantine should not attend classes. Students will not be required to provide formal documentation from a health care provider and will not be penalized for COVID-19 related absences when proper notification to campus health officials is made in accordance with the guidelines stated below.
Faculty will:
- Notify students about important course information and delivery changes through Canvas and campus email.
Students should:
Provide notification to campus officials (via NCTC Daily Health Check protocol through Canvas) if they have tested positive for COVID-19 or have to quarantine