AP Comparative Government and Politics will introduce you to the rich diversity of political life outside of the United States. This course uses a comparative approach to examine the political structures, policies and the political, economic, and social challenges among six selected countries: Great Britain, Mexico, Russia, Iran, China, and Nigeria. Additionally, we will examine how different governments solve similar problems by comparing the effectiveness of approaches to many global issues. By the conclusion of the course you will be able to:
Students who elect this course perform at college level competencies and are required to take the Advanced Placement Comparative Government and Politics Examination.
- Compare and contrast political concepts, themes, and generalizations;
- Describe and explain typical patterns of political processes and behaviors and their consequences;
- Compare and contrast political institutions and processes across countries and to derive generalizations;
- Analyze and interpret basic data relevant to comparative government and politics.
Students who elect this course perform at college level competencies and are required to take the Advanced Placement Comparative Government and Politics Examination.