POL 561 - Dynamics of Public Opinion

This course provides an overview of the psychology of public opinion. We will look at several questions, including: How much do people know about politics? How does this knowledge inform their opinions? What is the psychological nature of political ideology? How does public opinion relate to government policy and larger social trends? POL 561 will not count towards the fulfillment of the PSPMA degree requirements if you have taken POL 402, Topic: Dynamics of Public Opinion.

3 credits

Prerequisite(s): Admission to PSPMA program or permission of instructor.

Grading Letter graded (A, A-, B+, etc.)