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American Government and Politics Today/1995-1996

Politics & Social Sciences

Schmidt, Steffen

Politics & Government

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A shorter, paperback version of Schmidt, et al. (1995). Where feasible, text goes beyond the mere facts to discuss the rationale behind political decisions and likely consequences of those decisions. International issues integrated throughout. Each chapter concludes with Unfinished Work, which presents ideas about what problems have yet to be solved and Logging-On offers information on using Internet with text. Utilizes high-interest pedagogical features to motivate students.

American Government and Politics Today: Essentials 1996-1997 Edition (American Government & Politics Today)

Education & Teaching

Shelley, MacK C.

Bardes, Barbara

Schools & Teaching

Wadsworth Publishing

This widely adopted text provides a balanced, comprehensive introduction to American government. It always reflects recent events which have had an impact on the political process. The text material and pedagogy encourage the student to think about how our government works and how to get involved. This edition includes a brief introduction to the Internet and chapter-appropriate addresses for those students who wish to do further research in the new ''Logging On'' feature. Also available in a CD-interactive format.

Handbook of Selected Court Cases

Bardes, Barbara A.

This widely adopted text provides a balanced, comprehensive introduction to American government. It always reflects recent events which have had an impact on the political process. The text material and pedagogy encourage the student to think about how our government works and how to get involved. This edition includes a brief introduction to the Internet and chapter-appropriate addresses for those students who wish to do further research in the new ''Logging On'' feature. Also available in a CD-interactive format.

Study Guide for American Government and Politics Today, 1997-98 Edition

Shelley, II Mack C.

Over 50 contemporary readings covering nineteen important and interesting issues that offer contrasting and sometimes sharply conflicting viewpoints. Readers will taste the variety and sharpness present in the U.S. debate over such disparate matters as euthanasia, integration, foreign policy choices, or affirmative action.

Readings in American Government

Bardes/Shelley/Schmidt's AMERICAN GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS TODAY, THE ESSENTIALS, 20th Edition, equips you with the tools and knowledge you need to become an active, informed participant in the U.S. political process. Making politics personal, it focuses on how government impacts you -- now and in the future. Unbiased, concisely organized and updated with 2020 election analysis, it delivers thorough coverage in a streamlined, easy-to-read format. Emphasizing critical thinking about political issues, it encourages you to become involved in the political process. Current, compelling and thought-provoking examples offer insight into such pressing issues as the global COVID-19 pandemic, racial injustice, police brutality, economic inequality and more. Giving you anywhere, anytime study tools, the MindTap online learning solution is available and integrated with this text.

American Government and Politics Today: The Essentials (MindTap Course List)

Shelley, Mack

Cengage Learning'

Ford/Bardes/Schmidt/Shelley's AMERICAN GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS TODAY equips you with the knowledge to make informed choices and the tools to play an active role in the decision-making process in your community. Bringing chapter concepts to life through engaging examples of politics, politicians and policies in action, the 19th edition is completely up to date and covers the 2020 primary and general elections, COVID-19, civil liberties in quarantine, climate change, gun violence, race and gender dynamics, migration and immigration, recent court decisions and social media's prominent role in politics. The text also explores the roots of political polarization, its impact on civil discourse and shared governance, and the consequences when our divisions prevent us from solving public problems. In addition, the MindTap digital learning solution gives you anywhere, anytime learning resources.

American Government and Politics Today (MindTap Course List)

Ford, Lynne

Issues like COVID-19, Black Lives Matter, police brutality, massive unemployment, trade wars and cyberattacks add to the complexity of the U.S. political system. Schmidt/Shelley/Bardes' AMERICAN GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS TODAY, BRIEF, 11th edition, helps you make sense of it all while learning to be an informed citizen and active participant in the political process. A colorful, engaging design, up-to-date political news and analysis, and affordable price make this an ideal resource to explain the key aspects of the U.S. government and its fascinating political system and how they impact your life -- now and in the future. Extremely reader-friendly, the book has been praised for its brevity, balanced coverage and clarity. Offering anywhere, anytime digital learning solutions, MindTap provides an online platform for interactive learning.

American Government and Politics Today, Brief (MindTap Course List)

About the Author\nSteffen W. Schmidt is the Lucken Professor Emeritus of Political Science at Iowa State University. He has published 14 books and over 130 articles in scholarly journals and major newspapers. His numerous teaching honors include the Amoco Award for Lifetime Career Achievement in Teaching and Teacher of the Year. He is a pioneer in the use of web-based and real-time video courses, a founding member of the American Political Science Association's computers and multimedia section and a founding member of the USSTRATCOM academic alliance. Known as "Dr. Politics" for his extensive commentary on U.S. politics in both American and international media, he comments on CNN en Espanol and Univision as well as CTV Canada Cable TV. Dr. Schmidt grew up in Colombia, South America, and studied in Colombia, Switzerland, the United States and France. He received a B.A. from Rollins College and a Ph.D. in public law and government from Columbia University, New York. Dr. Schmidt is on Facebook (SteffenWSchmidt) and Twitter (DrPolitics).\nMack C. Shelley II is a professor of political science and statistics at Iowa State University, where he arrived in 1979. Currently chair of the department of political science, he conducts policy research in a number of areas funded by grants and contracts. From 1993 to 2002, he served as elected co-editor of POLICY STUDIES JOURNAL. In addition, Dr. Shelley has published numerous articles, books and monographs on public policy, including THE PERMANENT MAJORITY: THE CONSERVATIVE COALITION IN THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS; BIOTECHNOLOGY AND THE RESEARCH ENTERPRISE: A GUIDE TO THE LITERATURE (with William F. Woodman and Brian J. Reichel); AMERICAN PUBLIC POLICY: THE CONTEMPORARY AGENDA (with Steven G. Koven and Bert E. Swanson); and QUALITY RESEARCH IN LITERACY AND SCIENCE EDUCATION: INTERNATIONAL PERSPECTIVES AND GOLD STANDARDS (with Larry Yore and Brian Hand). He received his bachelor�s degree from American University in Washington, D.C., and both his master�s degree in economics and Ph.D. in political science from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.\nBarbara A. Bardes is professor emerita of political science at the University of Cincinnati. She served as a faculty member in political science and dean of Mundelein College at Loyola University of Chicago. In 1993, she was appointed dean of the University of Cincinnati Blue Ash, serving until 2003. She returned to the political science department, where she held the position of graduate director before retiring. In addition to writing articles on public and foreign policy and women and politics, Dr. Bardes co-authored DECLARATIONS OF INDEPENDENCE: WOMEN AND POLITICAL POWER IN 19TH CENTURY AMERICAN NOVELS; THINKING ABOUT PUBLIC POLICY: A PROBLEM-SOLVING APPROACH; PUBLIC OPINION: MEASURING THE AMERICAN MIND; and AMERICAN GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS TODAY. She received her B.A. and M.A. from Kent State University and her Ph.D. from the University of Cincinnati.

American Government and Politics Today, Brief, Loose-leaf Version

Issues like COVID-19, Black Lives Matter, police brutality, trade wars and cyberattacks add to the complexity of the U.S. political system. Schmidt/Shelley/Bardes' AMERICAN GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS TODAY, ENHANCED BRIEF 11th edition helps you make sense of it all while learning to be an informed citizen and active participant in the political process. A colorful design and current political news and analysis make this an ideal resource to explain fundamentals of the U.S. government and its intricate political system and how they impact your life -- now and in the future. Extremely reader-friendly, the book has been praised for its brevity, balanced coverage and clarity. Digital course solutions MindTap and Infuse are available.

American Government and Politics Today, Enhanced Brief

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