Living Democracy
Pearson (Publisher)
Book
Paperback/Softback
978-0-205-96604-2 (ISBN)
Description
Participate in your American government Living Democracy, 2012 Election Edition uniquely asks students to participate in their learning and their government. Activities and features promote application of concepts outside of the classroom. This text shows students how government impacts their daily lives and how they can make a difference in that government. Living Democracy fulfills a need felt in every American government classroom-to engage students, to develop their understanding of government, and to make them active political participants. This text features full integration with the New MyPoliSciLab. MyPoliSciLab includes a wide array of resources to encourage students to look at American politics like a political scientist and analyze current political issues. Political Explorer lets students play the role of a political scientist by investigating issues through interactive data. Core Concept videos discuss the big ideas in each chapter and apply them to key political issues. Simulations allow students to experience how political leaders make decisions.
A better teaching and learning experience This program provides a better teaching and learning experience-for you and your students. Here's how: * Personalize Learning-The New MyPoliSciLab delivers proven results in helping students succeed, provides engaging experiences that personalize learning, and comes from a trusted partner with educational expertise and a deep commitment to helping students and instructors achieve their goals. MyPoliSciLab is now compatible with BlackBoard! * Engage Students-The stunning visual design engages students in the text. * Improve Critical Thinking- Learning objectives in every chapter help students focus on important topics. * Analyze Current Events-Coverage of the 2012 elections keeps the study of politics relevant and shows how political scientists look at the development of the American political system. * Support Instructors- A full supplements package including the Class Preparation Tool in the New MyPoliSciLab is available.
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A better teaching and learning experience This program provides a better teaching and learning experience-for you and your students. Here's how: * Personalize Learning-The New MyPoliSciLab delivers proven results in helping students succeed, provides engaging experiences that personalize learning, and comes from a trusted partner with educational expertise and a deep commitment to helping students and instructors achieve their goals. MyPoliSciLab is now compatible with BlackBoard! * Engage Students-The stunning visual design engages students in the text. * Improve Critical Thinking- Learning objectives in every chapter help students focus on important topics. * Analyze Current Events-Coverage of the 2012 elections keeps the study of politics relevant and shows how political scientists look at the development of the American political system. * Support Instructors- A full supplements package including the Class Preparation Tool in the New MyPoliSciLab is available.
0205950078 / 9780205950072 Living Democracy Plus 2012 Election Edition, NEW MyPoliSciLab with Pearson eText -- Access Card Package Package consists of: 0205883907 / 9780205883905 Living Democracy, 2012 Election 0205949975 / 9780205949977 NEW MyPoliSciLab with Pearson eText -- Valuepack Access Card
Reviews / Votes
"A thorough, up-to-date text that works to engage students in a way that makes them want to learn more about our government and students' role in that government."-Robert Postic, The University of Findlay "A good introduction to American politics that is accessible without sacrificing content or scholarship."-Khalil Marrar, DePaul University "Engaging, fresh, and relevant for our students."-Jennifer De Maio, California State University, NorthridgeMore details
Edition
California ed of 4th revised ed
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
Pearson Education (US)
Target group
College/higher education
ISBN-13
978-0-205-96604-2 (9780205966042)
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Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
Previous edition

Daniel M. Shea | Joanne Connor Green | Christopher Smith
Living Democracy, Brief California Edition Plus MyPoliSciLab -- Access Card Package with eText -- Access Card Package
Book
02/2013
3rd Edition
Pearson
€145.63
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Persons
Daniel M. Shea is a Professor of Government and Director of the Goldfarb Center for Public Affairs and Civic Engagement at Colby College in Waterville, Maine. He has received numerous awards for his teaching and scholarship and has authored or co-authored several books on the American political process. Joanne Connor Green is an Associate Professor and Department Chair of Political Science and former Director of Women's Studies at Texas Christian University. Her research and teaching interests include the role of gender in congressional elections and issues of substantive representation in state legislatures. Christopher E. Smith is a Professor of Criminal Justice at Michigan State University. He previously taught at the University of Akron and the University of Connecticut at Hartford. As a specialist on courts and constitutional law, he has written more than 20 books and more than 100 scholarly articles on law and politics.
Content
1. Brief Table of Contents 2. Complete Table of Contents 1. Brief Table of Contents Chapter 1: American Government: Democracy in Action Chapter 2: Early Governance and the Constitutional Framework Chapter 3: Federalism Chapter 4: Civil Liberties Chapter 5: Civil Rights Chapter 6: Congress Chapter 7: The Presidency Chapter 8: Bureaucracy Chapter 9: The Judiciary Chapter 10: Political Socialization and Public Opinion Chapter 11: The Politics of the Media Chapter 12: Interest Groups and Civic and Political Engagement Chapter 13: Elections and Political Parties in America Chapter 14: The Policy Process and Economic Policy Chapter 15: Foreign and National Security Policy 2. Full Table of Contents 1. American Government: Democracy in Action It's Your Government Themes of This Book | Pathways of Action: The Occupy Movement...or Moment? | Timeline: The Immigration Debate | Pathways of Change: How Quickly Can a Nation Establish a Democratic Foundation? Citizen Participation and Pathways: The Example of Abortion Change and Stability in American Government | Student Profile: Young Conservative Activists? | Key Concept Map: Can Average Citizens Play a Meaningful Role in American Politics?