Survey of Economics (MindTap Course List)

Product Description Discover the tools you need to understand the impact of economics in today's world with SURVEY OF ECONOMICS, 11E by award-winning educator Irvin Tucker. Readable, practical and interesting, this edition uses a unique textual and visual learning system to present and clarify core economic concepts in a real-world context. You examine key principles of economics at work in your daily life as well as throughout the nation and world. Updated, interactive learning features and self-study tools guide your learning and make review easier. The latest edition of this engaging, popular book addresses emerging topics in today's economics, such as economic careers, the federal deficit and national debt, income levels and fair pay for females, social networking and environmental issues. MindTap digital resources provide a further personalized learning experience that equips you with the understanding of economics you need to make informed decisions as a professional and consumer. About the Author Dr. Irvin B. Tucker spent more than 30 years teaching introductory economics at the University of North Carolina Charlotte. He earned his B.S. in economics at North Carolina State University and his M.A. and Ph.D. in economics from the University of South Carolina. He was a long-time member of the National Council on Economic Education. Dr. Tucker served as executive director of the S.C. Council of Education and director of the Center for Economic Education at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. He was recognized for his ability to relate basic principles to economic issues and public policy. His work has received national recognition with awards, including the Meritorious Levy Award for Excellence in Private Enterprise Education, the Federation of Independent Business Award for Postsecondary Educator of the Year in Entrepreneurship and Economic Education and the Freedom Foundation's George Washington Medal for Excellence in Economic Education. In addition, Dr. Tucker's research has been published in numerous professional journal articles on a wide range of topics, including industrial organization, entrepreneurship and economics of education. In addition to this title, Dr. Tucker authored other highly successful economics books that have shaped students' lives and impacted economics education.