Constitutional Government And Free Enterprise: A Biblical Christian Worldview Approach
Course Syllabus
GOVT 200
Constitutional Government and Free Enterprise
Course Description
Diverse introduction to political and economic ideas, government institutions, free market processes, public issues, economic policy and political and economic activity, emphasizing the close relationship between a system of limited constitutional government and the free enterprise economy and providing an overview of the Christian worldview with regard to government and economics.
Rationale
Government and business majors, as well as others, need a philosophical foundation for the general concept of limited government and free enterprise economics. This course provides a foundation for students to understand that limited government and free workers …show more content…
Publication manual of the American Psychological Association (Current ed.). Washington, DC: Author.
Ferdon, G. (2014). Constitutional government and free enterprise: A biblical Christian worldview approach and emphasis: Interactive notes. Dubuque, IA: Kendall Hunt Publishing. ISBN: 9781465238856.
Hazlitt, H. (1979). Economics in one lesson: The shortest and surest way to understand basic economics. New York, NY: Crown Publishers. ISBN: 9780517548233.
Martin, G. R. (2006). Prevailing worldviews of western society since 1500. Marion, IN: Triangle Publishing. ISBN: 9781931283168.
McClellan, J. (2000). Liberty, order, and justice: An introduction to the constitutional principles of American government. Indianapolis, IN: Liberty Fund, Inc. ISBN: 9780865972568.
Disclaimer: The above resources provide information consistent with the latest research regarding the subject area. Liberty University does not necessarily endorse specific personal, religious, philosophical, or political positions found in these resources.
III. Additional Materials for Learning
A. Computer with basic audio/video output equipment
B. Internet access (broadband recommended)
C. Microsoft Office
D. Copy of the U.S. Constitution and Declaration of …show more content…
Scale
A = 900–1010 B = 800–899 C = 700–799 D = 600–699 F = 0–599
C. Late Assignment Policy
If the student is unable to complete an assignment on time, then he or she must contact the instructor immediately by email.
Assignments that are submitted after the due date without prior approval from the instructor will receive the following deductions:
1. Late assignments submitted within one week of the due date will receive a 10% deduction.
2. Assignments submitted more than one week late will receive a 20% deduction.
3. Assignments submitted two weeks late or after the final date of the course will not be accepted.
4. Late Discussion Board threads or replies will not be accepted.
Special circumstances (e.g. death in the family, personal health issues) will be reviewed by the instructor on a case-by-case basis.
D. Disability Assistance
Students with a documented disability may contact Liberty University Online’s Office of Disability Academic Support (ODAS) at LUOODAS@liberty.edu to make arrangements for academic accommodations. Further information can be found at
GOVT 200
Constitutional Government and Free Enterprise
Course Description
Diverse introduction to political and economic ideas, government institutions, free market processes, public issues, economic policy and political and economic activity, emphasizing the close relationship between a system of limited constitutional government and the free enterprise economy and providing an overview of the Christian worldview with regard to government and economics.
Rationale
Government and business majors, as well as others, need a philosophical foundation for the general concept of limited government and free enterprise economics. This course provides a foundation for students to understand that limited government and free workers …show more content…
Publication manual of the American Psychological Association (Current ed.). Washington, DC: Author.
Ferdon, G. (2014). Constitutional government and free enterprise: A biblical Christian worldview approach and emphasis: Interactive notes. Dubuque, IA: Kendall Hunt Publishing. ISBN: 9781465238856.
Hazlitt, H. (1979). Economics in one lesson: The shortest and surest way to understand basic economics. New York, NY: Crown Publishers. ISBN: 9780517548233.
Martin, G. R. (2006). Prevailing worldviews of western society since 1500. Marion, IN: Triangle Publishing. ISBN: 9781931283168.
McClellan, J. (2000). Liberty, order, and justice: An introduction to the constitutional principles of American government. Indianapolis, IN: Liberty Fund, Inc. ISBN: 9780865972568.
Disclaimer: The above resources provide information consistent with the latest research regarding the subject area. Liberty University does not necessarily endorse specific personal, religious, philosophical, or political positions found in these resources.
III. Additional Materials for Learning
A. Computer with basic audio/video output equipment
B. Internet access (broadband recommended)
C. Microsoft Office
D. Copy of the U.S. Constitution and Declaration of …show more content…
Scale
A = 900–1010 B = 800–899 C = 700–799 D = 600–699 F = 0–599
C. Late Assignment Policy
If the student is unable to complete an assignment on time, then he or she must contact the instructor immediately by email.
Assignments that are submitted after the due date without prior approval from the instructor will receive the following deductions:
1. Late assignments submitted within one week of the due date will receive a 10% deduction.
2. Assignments submitted more than one week late will receive a 20% deduction.
3. Assignments submitted two weeks late or after the final date of the course will not be accepted.
4. Late Discussion Board threads or replies will not be accepted.
Special circumstances (e.g. death in the family, personal health issues) will be reviewed by the instructor on a case-by-case basis.
D. Disability Assistance
Students with a documented disability may contact Liberty University Online’s Office of Disability Academic Support (ODAS) at LUOODAS@liberty.edu to make arrangements for academic accommodations. Further information can be found at