Making Good Citizens

Making Good Citizens
Author: Diane Ravitch
Publisher: Yale University Press
Total Pages: 366
Release: 2008-10-01
Genre: Education
ISBN: 0300129785

divAmericans have reason to be concerned about the condition of American democracy at the start of the twenty-first century. Surveys show that civic participation has declined, cynicism about government has increased, and young people have a weak grasp of the principles that underlie our constitutional system. Crucial questions must be answered: How serious is the situation? What role do schools play in shaping civic behavior? Are current education reform initiatives—such as multiculturalism and school choice—counterproductive? How can schools contribute toward reversing the trend? This volume brings together leading thinkers from a variety of disciplines to probe the relation between a healthy democracy and education. Their original and provocative discussions cut across a range of important topics: the cultivation of democratic values, the formation of social capital in schools and communities, political conflict in a pluralist society, the place of religion in public life, the enduring problems of racial inequality. Gathering together the most current research and thinking on education and civil society, this is a book that deserves the attention of everyone who cares about the quality and future of American democracy./DIV

AP U.S. Government and Politics Crash Course

AP U.S. Government and Politics Crash Course
Author: Larry Krieger
Publisher: Research & Education Assoc.
Total Pages: 194
Release: 2009-12-04
Genre: Study Aids
ISBN: 0738608092

REA's Crash Course for the AP® U.S. Government & Politics Exam - Gets You a Higher Advanced Placement® Score in Less Time Crash Course is perfect for the time-crunched student, the last-minute studier, or anyone who wants a refresher on the subject. Are you crunched for time? Have you started studying for your Advanced Placement® U.S. Government & Politics exam yet? How will you memorize everything you need to know before the test? Do you wish there was a fast and easy way to study for the exam AND boost your score? If this sounds like you, don't panic. REA's Crash Course for AP® U.S. Government & Politics is just what you need. Our Crash Course gives you: Targeted, Focused Review - Study Only What You Need to Know The Crash Course is based on an in-depth analysis of the AP® U.S. Government & Politics course description outline and actual AP® test questions. It covers only the information tested on the exam, so you can make the most of your valuable study time. Our easy-to-read format gives you a crash course in the major ideas and concepts in government and politics, including constitutional underpinnings of the U.S. government, political culture, federalism, civil rights/civil liberties, elections & campaigns, congress, the presidency & the executive branch, and more. Expert Test-taking Strategies Written by a former AP® teacher, the author’s question-level strategy and advice explains how to handle the multiple-choice and free-response questions so you can raise your overall point score! Key Terms You Must Know Mastering AP® vocabulary terms is an easy way to increase your total score. Our AP® expert gives you the key terms all AP® U.S. Government & Politics students must know before test day. Take REA's FREE Practice Exam After studying the material in the Crash Course, go to the online REA Study Center and test what you've learned. Our free practice exam features timed testing, detailed explanations of answers, and automatic scoring analysis. The exam is balanced to include every topic and type of question found on the actual AP® exam, so you know you're studying the smart way. Whether you're cramming for the test at the last minute, looking for extra review, or want to study on your own in preparation for the exams - this is the study guide every AP® U.S. Government & Politics student must have. When it's crucial crunch time and your Advanced Placement® exam is just around the corner, you need REA's Crash Course for AP® U.S. Government & Politics! About the AuthorLarry Krieger earned his B.A. and M.A.T. from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and his M.A. from Wake Forest University. In a career spanning more than 40 years, Mr. Krieger has taught a variety of AP® subjects including American History, World History, European History, American Government, and Art History. His popular courses were renowned for their energetic presentations, commitment to scholarship, and helping students achieve high AP® exam scores.

Inventing the American Presidency

Inventing the American Presidency
Author: Thomas E. Cronin
Publisher:
Total Pages: 424
Release: 1989
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN:

In fourteen essays, supplemented by relevant sections of and amendments to the Constitution and five Federalist essays by Hamilton--provides the reader with the essential historical and political analyses of who and what shaped the presidency.

Advanced Placement United States Government & Politics, 3rd Edition

Advanced Placement United States Government & Politics, 3rd Edition
Author: David Wolfford
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2020-09
Genre: Advanced placement programs (Education)
ISBN: 9781690384168

"A concise and accessible Coursebook presenting the essential content and skills for the latest AP U.S. Government and Politics course." Includes free-response and multiple-choice practice questions that parallel questions that appear on the national exam.

Learn about the United States

Learn about the United States
Author: U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Publisher: Government Printing Office
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2009
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780160831188

"Learn About the United States" is intended to help permanent residents gain a deeper understanding of U.S. history and government as they prepare to become citizens. The product presents 96 short lessons, based on the sample questions from which the civics portion of the naturalization test is drawn. An audio CD that allows students to listen to the questions, answers, and civics lessons read aloud is also included. For immigrants preparing to naturalize, the chance to learn more about the history and government of the United States will make their journey toward citizenship a more meaningful one.

Fast Track: American Government

Fast Track: American Government
Author: The Princeton Review
Publisher: Princeton Review
Total Pages: 273
Release: 2021-11-30
Genre: Study Aids
ISBN: 052557171X

GET UP TO SPEED WITH FAST TRACK: AMERICAN GOVERNMENT! Covering the most important material taught in high school government classes, this essential review book gets readers on the fast track to class success, with critical information presented in an easy-to-follow quick-study format! Inside this book, you'll find: • Clear, concise summaries of the most important concepts, institutions, and policies covered in U.S. government & politics, social studies, and civics classes • Diagrams, charts, and graphs for quick visual reference • Easy-to-follow content organization and illustrations With its friendly, straightforward approach and a clean, colorful modern design crafted to appeal to visual learners, this guidebook is perfect for catching up in class or getting ahead on exam review. Topics covered in Fast Track: American Government include: • Constitutional underpinnings • Federalism • Public opinion • Voting and polling • The effects of mass and social media • Electoral laws and systems • Political parties, interest groups, and PACs • The branches of government • The legislative process • Civil rights and civil liberties • The U.S. criminal justice system ... and more!

The Teaching of Government

The Teaching of Government
Author: American Political Science Association. Committee on instruction
Publisher:
Total Pages: 338
Release: 1916
Genre: Political science
ISBN: