actually read!Students today read in a different way than their instructors. Instead of patiently reading through a whole article or chapter, they scan or search for the information they need. Professors hate it when a student says, “is this going to be on the test” or “is this important?”, but students don’t want to waste their time on non-essential information.This textbook solves this problem by providing the essential concepts of Texas government in short, concise chapters. My students will no longer read the traditional textbook with 50 to 60-page chapters. But they will read the brief chapters in The Great State of Texas that provide the essential information in an easy-to-read format.And the text provides other features for Millennials and Generation Z students that fit with their learning style:• Each chapter, focusing on one topic, can be read in one sitting.• Important terms are bolded and clearly defined.• The text is segmented into short, easy to perceive sections.• The textbook provides photos and graphs to help students remember and visualize important concepts.And professors and teachers love The Great State of Texas. Whether they teach a freshmen college course, an AP high school class, or a home school group, instructors prefer the unique features of this textbook:• Each chapter, covering a single topic, corresponds to one lecture or class period.• The book is politically balanced, fairly describing the conservative and liberal perspectives.• Essay questions and terms are provided at the end of each chapter.• And the textbook provides a strong historical perspective that helps the student understand the proper context of Texas politics and government.My great wish is that this textbook will help spark an interest in students to read more about the rich history and lively politics of The Great State of Texas.

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