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Books à la Carte are unbound, three-hole-punch versions of the textbook. This lower cost option is easy to transport and comes with same access code or media that would be packaged with the bound book.This Package Contains:MyPoliSciLab with E-Book Student Access Code Card and Understanding American Politics and Government, Alternate Edition, Books a la Carte EditionUpdated in a new 2 edition, Understanding American Politics and Government provides students with a substantive foundation on the fundamentals of our government while enlisting them to become more discerning consumers of political information, better decision-makers and more effective citizens. Using a journalistic, example-rich narrative, this unique text schools students in the building blocks of good social science by distinguishing between the concepts of “correlation” and “causation.”*The Alternate version of this text does not contain the policy chapters found in the National version*
This text investigates the fundamental structures and processes of the American political system while teaching students how to critically evaluate political information. The authors, John J. Coleman, Kenneth M. Goldstein, and William G. Howell, utilize their academic expertise to provide a comprehensive framework for understanding government mechanics. By emphasizing the distinction between correlation and causation, the text equips students with the analytical tools necessary to navigate complex political data and become informed participants in the democratic process.
What You Will Find
This text is structured as a pedagogical tool for introductory political science courses, prioritizing clarity and analytical rigor for the undergraduate reader. The framing suggests a focus on developing critical thinking skills alongside traditional content mastery, positioning it as a standard resource for academic instruction in American government.
Page Count:
0
Publication Date:
2011-01-08
Publisher:
Pearson
ISBN-10:
0205029973
ISBN-13:
9780205029976
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