How the U.S. Government Works & How to Get Involve

What you'll learn

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By successfully completing this course you will be able to:

  • Explain the structure and responsibilities of the executive branch
  • Describe the leadership structure, committee structure, and legislative process of the legislative branch
  • Articulate the purpose, structure, operations, and political nature of the federal judiciary
  • Explain the purpose of interest groups, describe how to join an interest group, and discuss the responsibilities associated with being a member of an interest group
  • Discuss legal and economic issues surrounding the news media, explain the newsmaking process, and assess the legitimacy of news organizations and the reliability of information sources
  • Demonstrate how to get involved with the U.S. government and how to implement strategies to influence the newsmaking process

Offered By:  GeorgetownX

Course Duration:  6 WEEKS

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