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Careers in Political Science, 2002.
Examines the range of careers open to graduates of political science programs.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 3 sources, $ 26.95
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The obvious choice of a career in political science - the political science instructor is briefly touched upon in this paper. However, more diverse careers such as policy adviser, journalist and corporate bond trader are also considered. Ultimately, a political science degree offers valuable training to anyone entering the public or corporate world.
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Gendered Institutions and the Political Science Curriculum, 2002.
An argument for the inclusion of feminist theory in a political science curriculum.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 4 sources, $ 26.95
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This paper argues for the inclusion of feminist theory in a political science curriculum by expanding on the way gender structures political and social institutions. Certain concepts that are foundational to political science are described, and then elaborated with feminist perspectives of gender. Ultimately, issues of equality are contingent upon an understanding of more complex relations of critical analysis and traditional assumptions in political science.
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Political Science, 2002.
A definition and description of political science.
753 words (approx. 3.0 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 26.95
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This paper looks at the definition of political science, in an effort to understand what it is exactly and where it came from. The paper begins with broadly defining it as one of the social sciences that is concerned chiefly with the description and analysis of political institutions and processes. The writer then explores the history of political science, beginning in Ancient Greece with individual value being the initiating factor in the study.
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"There are different approaches evident in the literature as theorists analyze political actions and determine what is and is not effective and what should be considered normative in political action. An approach offered by Steinbruner (1974) is a rational form of decision-making, and he uses the term analytic paradigm by making rational assumptions in the restricted sense. The analytic approach is a utilitarian approach which holds that decisions will be taken which maximize value."
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The Neutrality in Political Science, 2006.
This paper examines Charles Taylor's belief that political philosophy and political science are intrinsically linked.
1,638 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 53.95
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The paper reveals that there is an ongoing debate as to the status of political philosophy and its relationship to political science. The paper examines Charles Taylor's attempt to demonstrate a convergence between science and normative theory in the field of politics. Additionally, the paper explains how Charles Taylor provides a thorough and persuasive argument against those who believe that political science should be separated from the field of political philosophy.
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"There exists an ongoing debate as to the status of political philosophy and its relation with political science. One group of scholars holds that political philosophy is dead, being replaced by the growth of science and the end of ideology, and that political science has come of age in freeing itself finally of the incubus of political philosophy and its prejudiced moral positions by adopting the scientific method and becoming value-free. (Charles Taylor, Neutrality in Political Science, 58). Others however doubt the thesis of the logical separation between facts and values, and claim that political science cannot be separated from political philosophy. Charles Taylor, in his chapter "Neutrality in Political Science," takes the latter of these positions, and attempts to show a convergence between science and normative theory in the field of politics (61)."
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Contemporary Approaches in Political Science, 2005.
An overview of modern day approaches to political science.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 4 sources, $ 35.95
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This paper looks at approaches to political science. The paper argues that the four approaches used in the discipline of political science (institutionalism, behaviouralism, public choice theory and political economy) are both compatible and often complementary.
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"Politics has always been of interest to human societies in some form or another. However, it has only been in the recent past that political science has become an academic discipline concerned with creating methods and approaches like the natural sciences (Dickerson and Flanagan 1-3). There are essentially four approaches that dominate the discipline of political science. These approaches are institutionalism, behaviouralism, public choice and political economy (Dickerson and Flanagan 4-7). These are not the only approaches but they are the most commonly used and are familiar to all political scientists. There has been a great deal of debate amongst political scientists about the relationships between these approaches."
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Political Science Comparison, 2005.
This article compares two books: 'Political Science: An Introduction' by Michael Roskin and 'Civic Ideals' by Rogers M. Smith.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 47.95
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In this paper, the writer discusses the books: 'Political Science, An Introduction', by Michael Roskin et al.; and 'Civic Ideals', by Rogers M. Smith. The writer compares and contrasts the ideas and theories in these two books. The writer examines the ideas raised in this introductory textbook and monograph on American citizenship law and studies its significance.
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"Political science is a large field of study, embracing the whole range of experience and behavior relating to the human capacity for living in communities whose cohesion is supported by power or authority with institutions that supply that power or authority. Within this large field is therefore room for a wide variety of works exploring analysing and interpreting various aspects of human political activity and experience. These works may range from the broad in scope seeking to touch on the field in ... "
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Political Science, 2002.
A general overview of political science and theory.
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This paper answers a number of political science questions, including a discussion of political systems.
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Contemporary Methodologies in Political Science, 2005.
A discussion and comparison of methodological theories of political science.
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This paper examines four such methodological camps within the discipline of political science, explaining not only their purpose and modus operandi, but also the ways in which they each complement or antagonize the other approaches mentioned. Of the possible approaches, the paper focuses on the following four: institutionalism, behaviorism, public choice theory, and the political economy tack.
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"Political science is no different than any other discipline. While to the outside observer the study of political science might well seem monolithic, it is clear from an insider's perspective that this is anything but the case. Researchers, students, and general academics will invariably fall into distinct camps. Sometimes these camps are complementary and overlap. Other times, they exist as a reaction against another camp, in fierce competition for academic authority. "
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Italian Renaissance: A Political Science Perspective, 2002.
A presentation of the society which developed during the Italian Renaissance and the political factors which influenced its formation.
2,855 words (approx. 11.4 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 84.95
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This paper looks at the Italian Renaissance from a political science perspective with particular focus on Florence and the crisis of legitimacy of the Renaissance. In order to fully understand the politics of the times, the writer briefly examines the background of the Renaissance and why it started in the Italian city-state of Florence. The types of government and politics that developed during the period and the effect these developments had on European politics and history are also discussed.
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"Most scholars and historians are in general agreement that western civilization went into a cultural, political and intellectual decline following the eclipse of the Roman Empire in the 5th century AD. The decline lasted through the so-called Middle Ages until a series of dynamic intellectual and cultural movements in Europe from the 14th to 16th century (the Renaissance or ?re-birth?) acting as a bridge between the classical and the modern age catapulted Europe towards rapid development leading to the Age of Enlightenment, the industrial revolution and the present times. The origin of Renaissance is said to be Italy, with its center of gravity the city-state of Firenze (Florence, in English), although the movement later spread to the rest of Europe. The period of Renaissance is also notable for having produced several remarkable persons such as Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1516 AD)?the great painter, scholar, inventor and Niccolo Machiavelli (1569-1527)?the brilliant historian and political thinker."
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Examines possible reasons for US entry into the Korean War (1950-53), with reference to several political science theories, such as balance of power and public opinion theories.US Involvement in the Korean War, 2001.
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Examines possible reasons for US entry into the Korean War (1950-53), with reference to several political science theories, such as balance of power and public opinion theories.
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"The most apparent theory behind the United States? involvement in the Korean War must be the balance of power theory. Russia was obviously the most threatening side in the Korean War, therefore the states aligned against the Soviet Union. The United States was resolved to contain Russian influence, and prevent threats to world peace and the independence and stability of other nations by resorting to collective security arrangements and acting through the United Nations."
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