Public Speaking: The Cornerstone of Democratic Engagement REVEL(tm) for Public Speaking and Civic Engagement opens student eyes to the critical role debate plays in democracy through the context of real-world events. With an emphasis on the importance of communication, it teaches students to effectively share insights and ideas, listen to those of others, and debate opinions critically as part of their responsibility as democratic citizens. By exploring relevant topics such as technological innovation, economic trends, and social media's impact on civic participation, REVEL for the Fourth Edition stays up to date with the most current trends in our society and their effect on civic engagement. The authors continue to explore longstanding issues and their impact on civic engagement, such as the threat of terrorism in the Middle East, the European debt crisis, and domestic debates on healthcare, immigration, environmental policy, education, and other contentious issues. REVEL for P ublic Speaking and Civic Engagement demonstrates the importance of public speaking with concrete examples in a concise and accessible format that students can understand and enjoy. REVEL is Pearson's newest way of delivering our respected content. Fully digital and highly engaging, REVEL replaces the textbook and gives students everything they need for the course. Informed by extensive research on how people read, think, and learn, REVEL is an interactive learning environment that enables students to read, practice, and study in one continuous experience -- for less than the cost of a traditional textbook. NOTE: REVEL is a fully digital delivery of Pearson content. This ISBN is for the standalone REVEL access card. In addition to this access card, you will need a course invite link, provided by your instructor, to register for and use REVEL.