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An introduction to political inquiry
Examine institutions and public decisions, distinguishing description from judgments about fairness.
- Lessons
- 2 text lessons
- Video lectures
- None in this sample
- Cost
- Free
- Certificate
- Not awarded for this sample
What will you learn?
- Distinguish a state from its government.
- Distinguish descriptive and normative questions.
- Connect a public decision to goals, alternatives, and evidence.
Lessons
- Institutions extend beyond individuals
- Describing reality and evaluating a decision
Do I need prior knowledge or a computer?
No prior study required; examples are hypothetical and nonpartisan.
Works on a phone. A laptop or desktop is recommended for practice when available.
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- Video lectures with Arabic subtitles; the count stated before enrollment.
- Assessments and a final project with published passing requirements.
- A Polaris Certificate of Completion after meeting the course requirements.
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