American Government And Politics Texas Edition

People are often hesitant to become involved in the political process, but AMERICAN GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS TODAY-TEXAS EDITION, 2009-2010 demonstrates how seemingly small steps can make a big difference. Combining comprehensive coverage of the U.S. and Texas political processes, the book uses intriguing, real-life examples and exercises to engage readers in the fascinating intricacies of American government--inspiring you to participate in the political process. As it introduces concepts, the book illustrates specific ways readers can participate, showing through exciting examples how individuals--of all ages and backgrounds--can make a profound impact. Active participation can be as simple as calling a local politician to share an opinion on a local issue, registering to vote, or viewing a town council meeting on local access cable. The book includes expanded coverage of the 2008 presidential election and promotes critical thinking throughout with issue discussion, comparison, and debate. Engaging and inspiring, AMERICAN GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS TODAY-TEXAS EDITION, 2009-2010 helps readers discover the importance of active, informed citizenship. Again and again, readers see the power of one to make a difference.

Students are often hesitant to become involved in the political process. Until now. AMERICAN GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS TODAY, TEXAS EDITION, 2009-2010 uses intriguing, real-life examples and hands-on exercises to engage students in the fascinating intricacies of American government and inspires them to participate in the political process. It’s the ideal text for the hybrid American Government/Texas Politics course as well as instructors who want to require just one book. As it introduces concepts, the text illustrates specific ways students can participate, showing through exciting examples how individuals ’including students’ can make a profound impact. Through topic-based discussions, the text illustrates that active participation can be as simple as calling a local politician to share an opinion on a local issue, registering to vote, or viewing a town council meeting on local access cable demonstrating how these seemingly small steps can make a difference. Critical thinking is promoted throughout with issue discussion, comparison, and debate. The new edition also includes expanded coverage of the 2008 presidential election. A powerful new administrative DVD and an innovative online Resource Center help you maximize your time and student results. Engaging and inspiring, AMERICAN GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS TODAY, TEXAS EDITION, 2009-2010 helps students discover the importance of active, informed citizenship. Again and again, students see the power of one to make a difference. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.

A fresh and impressive text for the hybrid American Government and Texas Politics course, AMERICAN GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS TODAY: TEXAS EDITION helps students experience the excitement that comes from active, informed citizenship including completely integrated and comprehensive Chapters on Texas Politics. The Schmidt text is renowned nationwide for its balanced, comprehensive, and up-to-date coverage of constitutional, governmental, political, social, and economic structures and processes and the Texas Chapters follow suit; providing a wide range of viewpoints as well as unique historical contexts to give students rich, nuanced insight into the political system and decision-making processes of the Lone Star State. Together, this integrated approach allows for focus on the similarities and differences in national and Texas politics and governance while using integrated pedagogy, including critical thinking and prescriptive encouragement for citizen action to underscore this approach. With keen awareness of its audience, AMERICAN GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS TODAY: TEXAS EDITION also incorporates current examples, the Internet, and other media to stimulate learning and excitement about American and Texas government. 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, Texas Edition asks students to consider what U.S. citizenship really means. Unique chapters on citizenship and civic culture focus on the issues of civic participation and the implications of good citizenship. Combined with 7 chapters on Texas Politics, this textbook will fulfill the two semester sequence of American Government/Texas Politics by providing thorough coverage of the importance of the founding of our country and on the meaning of citizenship.

Written for all students of politics coming to the subject for the first time, this textbook provides a lively and accessible introduction and guide to all the main features and characteristics of one of the most distinctive and complex political systems in the world.

Experience the excitement that comes from active, informed citizenship with AMERICAN GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS TODAY: TEXAS EDITION. You will find balanced, unbiased, up-to-date coverage of constitutional, governmental, political, social, and economic structures and processes along with a wide range of viewpoints that give you rich, nuanced insight into the political system and decision-making processes of the Lone Star State.

This American Government and Politics, Texas edition textbook asks students to consider what U.S. citizenship really means. Unique chapters on citizenship and civic culture focus on the issues of civic participation and the requirements of good citizenship. With 7 chapters on Texas Politics and 2010 Election analysis and coverage, this textbook will fulfill the two semester sequence of American Government/Texas Politics by providing a broad and deep coverage of the importance of the founding of our country. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.