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GOV 105 : Texas Government

Course Description

This online class offers students an opportunity to become acquainted with Texas political institutions and processes while encouraging critical thinking and demonstrating the crucial importance of knowledge and participation in a democratic society.

Official UT Austin Course Description
A brief survey of the organization and process of Texas government. Topics include the Constitution, political parties, interest groups, elections, branches of government, and taxing and spending. (UT catalog 2006-2008)

1 college credit hour.

Graded Assessments
5 assignments
1 exam (taken at approved testing site)

University of Texas at Austin Prerequisites
None

University of Texas at Austin Graduation Requirements
This course may fulfill a degree requirement. If you are a UT Austin student, contact your UT Austin advisor. If you are not a UT Austin student, contact the University Extension advisor.

Texbook(s) and Materials
Kraemer, Richard H., Charldean Newell, and David F. Prindle. Essentials of Texas Politics, 10th ed., Wadsworth/Cengage Learning, 2008.
ISBN 10: 0-495-00679-3 or 13: 978-0-495-00679-4

The Texas Observer. (Periodical by individual subscription)

Fees

**IMPORTANT NOTICE***
University Extension does not provide textbooks. You may get your textbooks from any source you choose, but many students find it convenient to order from our textbook supplier, Ed*map. Check textbook availability at Ed*Map

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