
We just experienced a historic election--driven more by common political myths and less by its realities--that will impact our political and personal lives for years to come. Rather than dismissing those myths as outright falsehoods, American Government: Myths and Realities, 2016 Election Edition, encourages students to confront their preconceived notions in order to think critically about government and politics. Clearly and distinctively woven into each chapter, the myths-and-realities theme provides a pedagogical framework that engages students with interesting questions while effectively covering the core concepts of American government. Priced at only $79.95, this affordable best seller provides students with definitive coverage of American government while laying out the foundation for today's generation to have a more sophisticated appreciation for our complex, yet exciting, system of governance.
This text investigates the core question of how common political myths influence public perception and the actual functioning of the American government. The authors, Alan R. Gitelson, Melvin J. Dubnick, and Robert L. Dudley, utilize a pedagogical framework that contrasts popular misconceptions with empirical political realities. By addressing these myths directly, the book aims to foster critical thinking skills in students, encouraging them to analyze the complexities of the U.S. political system beyond surface-level narratives.
What You Will Find
Scope Limits
Educators frequently utilize this text for its accessible approach to complex political concepts, noting that the myth-based structure helps students engage with dry material. Experts highlight the book as a practical tool for undergraduate courses that prioritize critical thinking over rote memorization.
Page Count:
600
Publication Date:
2017-01-27
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0190299908
ISBN-13:
9780190299903
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