Course curriculum

  • 1

    Introduction

    • Welcome!

    • Introductions

    • Learning Objectives

    • Course Structure

    • Course Workbook
  • 2

    Step 1: Setting the Right Goal

    • Finding the Right Office

    • Municipal Governments

    • Municipal Government Structure

    • County Governments

    • Finding the Right Office Activity

    • Discussion
  • 3

    Step 2: Take Stock of What You Know

    • Take Stock of What You Know

    • Take Stock of What you Know

    • Workbook Reflection
  • 4

    Step 3: Assembling The Team

    • Identify Who You Want on the Team

    • Identify Who You Want on the Team Practicum

    • Local Political Parties

    • Recruiting Volunteers
  • 5

    Step 4: Reach your Voters

    • Organize Phone Banking and Canvassing

    • Meet with Community Leaders

    • Create a Social Media Presence

    • Reach Your Voters Practicum
  • 6

    Step 5: Protect Yourself & Protect Democracy

    • How to Protect Yourself

    • Campaign Laws

    • Campaign Laws Quick Summary

    • Campaign Finance Law Quiz
  • 7

    What Happens Next?

    • What to do if you win

    • What to do if you lose

    • What to do if you don't want to run

    • Alumni Connection
  • 8

    Conclusion

    • Thank You

    • Learning Outcomes