Electoral Systems Courses and Certifications

Mathematics and Democracy Teach Out

Explore mathematical perspectives on democracy, voting methods, fairness criteria, and representative systems. Gain insights into the complexities of decision-making in democratic processes.

• Coursera
• 12 hours 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

How Gerrymandering Hinders Voters' Power

Explore how mathematics intersects with politics in gerrymandering, and learn about its impact on democratic fairness and voter representation.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

BIMSA

A Resolution of the Arrow Impossibility Theorem

Explore Arrow's impossibility theorem and its resolution through a modified independence of irrelevant alternatives condition, leading to the Borda count as an optimal voting rule.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 7 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Political Science 101: Intro to Political Science

Comprehensive introduction to political science covering ideologies, government structures, electoral systems, and international relations. Gain foundational knowledge for further studies or informed citizenship.

• Study.com
• 19 hours 44 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

AP Comparative Government and Politics: Exam Prep

Comprehensive exam preparation for AP Comparative Government and Politics, covering global political systems, institutions, and policies through quizzes and in-depth lessons.

• Study.com
• 27 hours
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Political Science 103: Comparative Politics

Explore global political systems, theories, and processes. Analyze governance structures, electoral systems, and economic policies across nations. Gain insights into democratization and international organizations.

• Study.com
• 14 hours
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

TECEP Intro to Political Science: Study Guide & Test Prep

Comprehensive study guide covering key political science concepts, theories, and institutions to prepare for the TECEP exam, with flexible self-paced learning and assessment tools.

• Study.com
• 21 hours 4 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Political Science Textbook

Comprehensive video lessons covering key political science concepts, from civil liberties to international relations, offering an engaging alternative to traditional textbooks.

• Study.com
• 18 hours 40 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Political Geometry - The Mathematics of Redistricting

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Explore mathematical approaches to redistricting, examining how models can improve the process and address challenges in voting rights, representation, and fair electoral boundaries.

• YouTube
• 50 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Cambridge University Press

The Electoral Imagination - Literature, Legitimacy, and Rigged Systems

Exploring the intersection of literature, politics, and voting systems, this talk delves into the complexities of elections, their meaning, and public perceptions of legitimacy through diverse literary and theoretical lenses.

• YouTube
• 55 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Numberphile

Voting Paradoxes and Electoral Mathematics

Explore the fascinating mathematics behind voting systems, paradoxes, and decision-making methods like Smith Sets and Condorcet Paradox in electoral processes.

• YouTube
• 11 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

TED

How AI Could Hack Democracy

Explore law professor Lawrence Lessig's critical analysis of AI's current impact on democratic systems and the urgent need for attention to these challenges before reaching AGI.

• YouTube
• 19 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

media.ccc.de

How Election Software Can Fail - Insights from The Netherlands Electoral System

Dive into real-world experiences and challenges of election software implementation in The Netherlands, exploring security incidents, emergency patches, and crucial insights from an insider's perspective.

• YouTube
• 58 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Political Economy - Lecture 7

Explore the promises and pitfalls of representative democracy, examining how citizens elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf rather than direct voting.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 16 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Strange Loop Conference

Freeing the Software That Runs Our Elections

Explore open-source software projects for US elections, focusing on San Francisco's initiative. Learn about voting systems, ballot processing, and the advantages of transparent election technology.

• YouTube
• 35 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk