An Introduction to American Government
Thomas L. Brunell, Robert Lowry, Banks Miller, and Thomas Gray.
In an age full of distractions and misinformation, students need a strong foundation in Political Science that sets them up for success at school and as informed citizens. Introduction to American Government provides a concise overview of the history and functions of U.S. government institutions, always bringing the discussion back to examples of how they impact real people. Clear writing is supported by carefully structured assessments, interactive features and fully updated research and data, allowing students to develop the skills and practice the critical analysis they need to participate in the political world. With a strong emphasis on student understanding and putting skills into practice, Introduction to American Government is an exceptional resource to keep your class on track.
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Table of Contents for An Introduction to American Government
- Front Matter
- Chapter 1: American National Government and Representative Democracy
- Chapter 2: The U.S. Constitution
- Chapter 3: Federalism
- Chapter 4: The U.S. Congress
- Chapter 5: The Presidency
- Chapter 6: The Federal Courts
- Chapter 7: Civil Rights
- Chapter 8: Civil Liberties
- Chapter 9: Political Parties
- Chapter 10: Organized Interests
- Chapter 11: Elections and Campaigns
- Chapter 12: Media, Information, and American Politics
- Chapter 13: Public Opinion
Key features
- Critical Thinking Activities allow students opportunities to develop and practice critical analysis skills, and provide an efficient way for instructors to measure student progress
- Frequently updated content with relevant, timely examples, like recent elections, that students can relate to, and instructors can easily customize the content to appeal to their own class
- Students interact with data, watch videos, and respond to critical analysis activities to deepen their understanding