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2018-2019 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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FCL 439 - Families and Public Policy


Description:
Impact of governmental policies on families; policy implications of changes in the structure and composition of families. Requires attendance at two events outside scheduled class time. FCL 439 and FCL 539 are layered courses; students may not receive credit for both.  Formerly FS 439, students may not receive credit for both. Course will be offered every year (Winter).

Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: FCL 101 and FCL 234.

Credits: (4)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

  • Analyze the process by which policy is formulated and implemented.
  • Identify public policy issues relating to families at local, state, and federal levels.
  • Formulate and articulate ideas for changing policy to meet family needs and improve family well-being.
  • Advocate policy changes to policy makers as participants in the political process.



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