Crash Course Politics
This course offers a fast-paced introduction to U.S. politics, covering government structure, policy-making processes, and practical engagement strategies for informed citizenship and advocacy.

flexible workload of 4 to 360h
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Crash Course Politics provides a quick, practical overview of how the U.S. government truly operates and how policies are crafted. You'll learn about the branches of power, elections, federalism, and major political figures, then advance to hands-on skills: following bills, grasping regulations, sourcing reliable information, drafting strong briefs, and interacting with decision-makers in an ethical and strategic manner, both between and during election periods.
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Develop skills
- Navigate U.S. branches: decode checks, balances, and federal power in weeks.
- Map policy pipelines: track bills, budgets, and regulations from draft to impact.
- Identify key players: parties, agencies, lobbyists, and grassroots influence hubs.
- Engage between elections: monitor dockets, attend town halls, and spot openings.
- Communicate expertise: craft sharp briefs, comments, and op-eds for policymakers.
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