This document provides instructions for students to complete a political self-assessment essay. Students are asked to take two online polls to determine their beliefs on political issues and where they fall on the political spectrum. They then must write a 2-page double spaced essay explaining the results of the polls, whether they believe the results are accurate, and why or why not, providing specific examples to support their analysis.
This document provides instructions for students to complete a political self-assessment essay. Students are asked to take two online polls to determine their beliefs on political issues and where they fall on the political spectrum. They then must write a 2-page double spaced essay explaining the results of the polls, whether they believe the results are accurate, and why or why not, providing specific examples to support their analysis.
This document provides instructions for students to complete a political self-assessment essay. Students are asked to take two online polls to determine their beliefs on political issues and where they fall on the political spectrum. They then must write a 2-page double spaced essay explaining the results of the polls, whether they believe the results are accurate, and why or why not, providing specific examples to support their analysis.
As we begin this class it is helpful for you to understand what
your beliefs on many issues are. As Americans we all have political beliefs. It is important for us to understand where we stand politically before we become involved in our discussions in this course.
Log on to the following websites and record the results:
In a short essay (at least two pages, typed, double spaced)
explain where you are on the political spectrum based on these results. Do you believe either of these polls is correct? Explain why (use specific examples).