Learning Targets: 1.4
Explain sources of power and authority in political systems.
Essential Knowledge:
Democratization is a transition from an authoritarian regime to a democratic regime; while this process can start or temporarily change direction, the process aims to result in the following over time: a. More competition, fairness, and transparency in elections b. Increased citizen participation in policy-making processes c. Universal suffrage for adult citizens d. Greater governmental transparency e. Protected civil rights and liberties f. Equal treatment of citizens g. Establishment of the rule of law
Democratic electoral systems can accommodate ethnic diversity and increase multiparty competition with rule adjustments, including gender or cultural quotas, proportional representation, and changes in vote thresholds and district boundaries.
Activity # 1
For those that didn't complete last class, everyone needs to complete 1.2 Topic Quiz TODAY!!
Assignment #1 -
Click on the assignment link. We are going to complete this assignment for all 6 countries that we will be studying. Nigeria, China, Mexico, Iran, UK, Russia. During class today, you need to complete the chart(s). By the beginning of next class, 1 country needs to be filled out on the assignment.
Homework:
Complete Topic Quiz 1.3
For those that didn't complete last class, everyone needs to complete 1.2 Topic Quiz TODAY!!
Assignment #1 -
Click on the assignment link. We are going to complete this assignment for all 6 countries that we will be studying. Nigeria, China, Mexico, Iran, UK, Russia. During class today, you need to complete the chart(s). By the beginning of next class, 1 country needs to be filled out on the assignment.
Homework:
Complete Topic Quiz 1.3
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