FCL 539 - 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: poverty simulation and meeting with state policymakers. Formerly FS 539, FCL 439 and FCL 539 are layered courses; students may not receive credit for both. Course will be offered every year (Winter).

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.
Evaluate public policy proposals in terms of their impact on families.
Analyze the state of local, state, and federal policy on family formation and dissolution.

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