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american government and politics today the essentials: American Government and Politics Today: Essentials 2017-2018 Edition Barbara A. Bardes, Mack C. Shelley, Steffen W. Schmidt, 2016-12-05 AMERICAN GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS TODAY: THE ESSENTIALS, 2017-2018 Edition, inspires students to join the exciting process of being active, informed citizens. Unbiased, concisely organized, and updated with Election 2016 coverage, the text's fundamental theme continues to be the importance of participating in active citizenship, emphasizing critical thinking about political issues and encouraging students to become involved in the political process. With a keen understanding of the needs and interests of today's students, the authors incorporate compelling and thought-provoking current examples to stimulate learning and excitement. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version. |
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american government and politics today the essentials: By the People James A. Morone, Rogan Kersh, 2016 Challenge your students to ENGAGE in the conversation and process; THINK about the ideas, history, structure, and function; and DEBATE the merits of American government and politics in the 21st century. In a storytelling approach that weaves contemporary examples together with historical context, By the People: Debating American Government, Brief Second Edition, explores the themes and ideas that drive the great debates in American government and politics. It introduces students to big questions like Who governs? How does our system of government work? What does government do? and Who are we? By challenging students with these questions, the text gets them to think about, engage with, and debate the merits of U.S. government and politics. Ideal for professors who prefer a shorter text, By the People, Brief Second Edition, condenses the content of the comprehensive edition while also preserving its essential insights, organization, and approach. Approximately 20% shorter and less expensive than its parent text, the full-color Brief Second Edition features a more streamlined narrative and is enhanced by its own unique supplements package. ENGAGE * -By the Numbers- boxes containing fun facts help frame the quizzical reality of American politics and government * -See For Yourself- features enable students to connect with the click of a smart phone to videos and other interactive online content THINK * Chapter One introduces students to seven key American ideas, which are revisited throughout the text * -The Bottom Line- summaries conclude each chapter section, underscoring the most important aspects of the discussion DEBATE * -What Do You Think?- boxes encourage students to use their critical-thinking skills and debate issues in American government * Four major themes, in the form of questions to spark debate, are presented to students in Chapter One and appear throughout the text |
american government and politics today the essentials: American Government & Politics Today, Enhanced Lynne E. Ford, Barbara A. Bardes, Steffen W. Schmidt, Mack C. Shelley, 2018-12-17 Ford/Bardes/Schmidt/Shelley's American Government and Politics Today is known nationwide for its balanced, unbiased and modern coverage of constitutional, governmental, political, social and economic structures and their processes. Thoroughly revised and updated, the Enhanced 18th edition includes expansive coverage of the 2018 elections, gender issues and the role of social media in politics. Engaging examples of politics, politicians and policies bring chapter concepts to life, while Politics in Practice features in each chapter spotlight people who have taken on an issue and made a difference. Transforming you from observer to participant, American Government and Politics Today equips you with the knowledge and tools to make informed choices and start playing an active role in the decision-making process. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version. |
american government and politics today the essentials: American Government and Politics Today Mack Shelley, Steffen Schmidt, Barbara Bardes, 2011-01-31 AMERICAN GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS TODAY: THE ESSENTIALS 2011-2012, International Edition inspires students to join the exciting process of being active, informed citizens. Bardes, Shelley, and Schmidt provide an unbiased and concisely organized overview of this essential subject, updated with complete Election 2010 coverage and the latest on the economic downturn and recovery policy. The text's fundamental theme continues to be the importance of participating in active citizenship, emphasizing continual critical thinking about political issues, and encouraging students to become involved in the political process. With a keen understanding of the needs and interests of today's students, the authors incorporate abundant current examples, including increased coverage of the impact of the Internet and other media, to stimulate learning and excitement. The text is redesigned for even greater reader appeal. |
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American Government And Politics Today—The Essentials. Chapter 8 Political Parties. LEARNING OUTCOMES. Cite some of the major activities of U.S. political parties, and discuss how they are …
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American Government And Politics Today—The Essentials. Chapter 11 The Congress. LEARNING OUTCOMES. Describe the various roles played by Congress and the constitutional basis of its …
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Explain why illegal immigration is seen as a problem, and cite some of the steps that have been taken in response to it. Discuss recent developments in crime rates and incarceration. Evaluate …
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American Government And Politics Today—The Essentials. Chapter 6 Public Opinion and Political Socialization. LEARNING OUTCOMES. Define public opinion, consensus, and divided opinion, and …
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