PS 311 Political Attitudes and Behavior

Spring

In a democracy, the public is expected to guide government activity and policy. This makes political attitudes and behavior an important area of study. After examining the normative reasons for studying public opinion, we will examine the sources of political attitudes, how those attitudes translate into behavior, and whether and how political elites can shape public opinion to further their own agendas. Students will also learn about the research methods used to study public opinion and behavior.

3 credit hours