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The Politics of Anti-Semitism in the United States (PoliSci 350)

Formerly The Politics of Anti-Semitism in the United States (Political Science 350)
Course Category: 
Rechtschaffen Institute of Judaic Studies - Political Science
Length: 

Varies; self-study format. 

Location: 
Various; distance learning format.
Dates: 
March 2012 - Present.
Instructional delivery format: 
Online/distance learning
Hybrid course/exam
Learner Outcomes: 

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: identify and explain the causes of anti-Semitism in the United States from the Reconstruction era until the present; discuss significant anti-Semitic incidents and repercussions; identify and define various anti-Semitic movements and individuals; trace the growth of, and the obstacles leading to points of decline of the Jewish influence in American politics; and identify different political motivations for anti-Semitism and link their manifestations in the United States with historical trends.

Instruction: 

The Politics of Anti-Semitism in the United States ( PoliSci 350) is offered as a self-study course that includes an extensive study guide and required readings administered through the Rechtschaffen Institute of Judaic Studies. Topics include: Post-Civil War United States, historical background of Jews' relationship with their state, and anti-Semitic patterns from Europe.

Credit recommendation: 

In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in History or Political Science (3/12) (3/17 revalidation) (7/22 revalidation).  

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