Students learn critical thinking skills by reading and discussing major issues in today’s global society.

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The text provides a consistent framework for discussion about the theme in each unit.

 

Topics with divided popular opinion––such as nuclear power, immigration, and global warming––are designed to encourage and create active class participation.

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Table of Contents

  Unit 1    Study Abroad

  Unit 2    Nuclear Power

  Unit 3    Immigration

  Unit 4    The Social Safety Net

  Unit 5    Global Warming

  Unit 6    Women in the Workplace

  Unit 7    School on Saturdays

  Unit 8    Food Labeling

  Unit 9    Etiquette in the Digital Age

  Unit 10  Merit-based Pay

  Unit 11  American Military Bases in Japan

  Unit 12  Taxes

  Unit 13  Living Together Before Marriage

  Unit 14  Animal Rights

  Unit 15  Hosting the Olympics