Grading and Collective Action Processes

These flashcards cover key concepts discussed in the lecture regarding grading processes, collective action problems, and political theories.

Grading Rubric

A set of criteria used to evaluate students' assignments and exams.

Appeals Process

A formal procedure allowing students to contest their grades by providing written explanations for their objections.

Iterative Process

A repetitive method of grading, often involving multiple evaluations of the same work.

Stratificationism

A concept in American politics that depicts the social, economic, and political layers that influence governance and policy-making.

Collective Action Problem

A situation in which individuals' self-interest conflicts with the collective interest, leading to challenges in organizing for common goals.

Public Choice Theory

A field of economic theory that studies the decision-making processes of public officials and the behavior of politicians.

Moral Hazard

A situation where a party has an incentive to take risks because the negative consequences of that risk will be borne by another party.

Connective Action

A form of collective action that utilizes personal networks and social media to mobilize individuals around shared interests.

Political Entrepreneurship

The capacity to recognize and act upon opportunities for political change and mobilization.

Regulatory Capture

A situation in which regulatory agencies become dominated by the industries they are charged with regulating.