Connect students to the stories of history. Connect students to the experience of history. Connect students to success in history. At McGraw-Hill; we have dedicated the past few years to deepening our understanding of student and instructor experience. Employing a wide array of research tools including surveys; focus groups; and ethnographic studies; we've identified areas in need of improvement to provide an opportunity for greater learning and teaching experiences. The fifth edition of "Traditions Encounters" is a result of this. "Traditions Encounters" also has a rich history of firsts: the first world history text to take a truly global perspective on the past; the first to emphasize connections among cultures; and; the first to combine twin themes with a seven-part framework; making the huge story of world history more manageable to both teach and learn. Now "Traditions Encounters" becomes the first truly interactive world history program: one that marries groundbreaking adaptive diagnostics and interactivities with a captivating narrative and engaging visuals; creating a unique learning environment that propels greater student success and better course results. Instructors gain insight into students' engagement and understanding as students develop a base of knowledge and construct critical thinking skills. Chapter-opening vignettes and a lively narrative keep students turning the page while the adaptive questioning for each chapter and the personalized study plan for each individual student help students prepare for class discussions and course work. With its hallmark of twin themes; "Traditions Encounters" continues to tell the story of the cultures and interactions that have shaped world history; while adding redesigned maps; new primary sources; and new chapter- and part-level features that strengthen connections and prompt students to analyze the events and themes in order to build a greater understanding of the past and an appreciation of history's influence on the present. Students are no longer simply reading; they are reading; interacting; and engaging in a visual; auditory; and hands-on learning experience. Give students an experience. Improve course participation and performance. Experience "Traditions Encounters"; and experience success.
#804348 in Books 2010-01-25Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 10.80 x .80 x 8.50l; 2.70 #File Name: 0077338448448 pages
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Four StarsBy Saul Morfagood book0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Easy to ReadBy JordanPerfectly written!1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Review of Western HumanitiesBy JulieThis textbook contains a comprehensive study of the literary; artistic and historical aspects of the great civilizations from the begining of time. You not only learn about the geogriphical locations but also about the cultural; religious; scientific discoveris of the time. Great names are also introduced as well as their works.The delivery of this text was prompt - unlike other deliveries I experienced.Julie