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Civic Engagement in American Democracy
  • Level Foundation
  • Duration 14 hours
  • Course by Duke University
  • Offered by

About

So how does the American political system work? Who are some of the key actors? What are key concepts for a student trying to understand what’s going on? How can I as a citizen influence politics? Civic Engagement in American Democracy takes on these and other key questions. We’re Dr. Nicholas Carnes and Dr. Bruce Jentleson, the principal course instructors. Along with our Duke faculty colleagues who also contributed modules, we’ve designed the course to provide a strong foundational introduction to US politics. If you’re new to this material, proceed through the modules one by one and build up your knowledge of politics and government. If some of the material is familiar, go ahead and set your own pace. Either way we hope Civic Engagement in American Democracy helps you be an effective student in more advanced politics courses and/or an engaged citizen in 21st century America.

Modules

Module 0.1 About this course

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  • Introduction

Module 1.1: Legislatures

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  • Legislatures

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  • Legislatures

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Module 1.2: Executives

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  • The Presidency

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  • The Presidency

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Module 1.3: Courts

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  • Courts

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  • Courts

Module 1.4: Bureaucrats

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  • Bureaucracy

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Module 1.5: Media

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  • Media and Politics

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  • Media and Politics

Module 1.6: Political Parties

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  • Parties

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  • Political Parties

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Module 1.7: Interest Groups and Lobbyists

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  • Interest Groups

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  • Interest Groups

Module 1.8: Social Movements and Citizens

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  • Social Movements

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  • Social Movements

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  • Who are the Key Players?

Module 2.1: The Constitution

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  • The Constitution

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  • The Constitution

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Module 2.2: Federalism

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  • Federalism

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Module 2.3: Globalization

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  • Globalization

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  • Globalization

Module 2.4: Political Accountability

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  • Political Accountability

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  • Political Accountability

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Module 2.5: Structural Inequality

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  • Structural Inequality

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  • How do the players fit together?

Module 3.1: Staying Informed

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  • Staying Informed

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Module 3.2: Voting

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  • Voting

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Module 3.3: Contacting Elected Officials

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  • Contacting Elected Officials

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Module 3.4: Protesting

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  • Protest

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  • Protesting

Module 3.5: Advocacy and Campaigning

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  • Advocacy and Campaigning

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Review

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  • How do citizens influence politics?

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Civic Engagement in American Democracy, offered by Coursera and taught by Dr. Nicholas Carnes and Dr. Bruce Jentleson, provides a foundational introduction to US politics. This personal development course covers key actors, concepts, and ways citizens can influence politics. Ideal for beginners or those looking to deepen their understanding, it includes modules contributed by Duke faculty. The course spans approximately 840 minutes and is available with Starter and Professional subscription options. Perfect for aspiring political students and engaged citizens.

Dr. Bruce W Jentleson
Instructors

Dr. Bruce W Jentleson

Deondra Rose, PhD
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Deondra Rose, PhD

Kenneth Rogerson
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Kenneth Rogerson

Nicholas Carnes
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Nicholas Carnes

Philip Bennett
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Philip Bennett

Tana Johnson
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Tana Johnson

Bill Adair
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Bill Adair

Frederick W. Mayer
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Frederick W. Mayer