Think American Government 2010 (2nd Edition)
An engaging visual designprovides a clear explanation of the core concepts of American government and promotes critical thinking, but does so in a highly engaging fashion that will capture and keep your students' attention.Engaging in-text featuresthat draw students into particular aspects of American Government, includingIn the Know  features that help students understand the key issues related to recent news stories andTake Actionboxes that offer specific guidance on getting involved in the political process.Important pedagogical featuresdesigned to ensure students focus on and learn key concepts in the course, includingThe Essentials—key questions that appear at the beginning of each chapter to prime students—and comprehensive chapter-endingTest Yourselfquizzes.Current and relevant readings,including numerous excerpts from popular trade books, allow instructors to incorporate primary source material into the course at the depth they desire.Value-Priced- less than half the costs of most American Government textbooksTheThinkSpot,an open-access website, offers numerous learning and study aids, including chapter-by-chapter study cards, quizzes, flashcards, and summaries.  www.thethinkspot.comIndividual Audio Chapters, available for download from The ThinkSpot for $1.99 each, help students review and study on the go.