A powerful motivational tool is to offer the “big picture” i.e. the “practical” application of a concept. Razavi utilizes applications to create a context for the material being covered.  For example, in chapter 2 on semiconductor devices, he asks….“What would our world look like without semiconductors? Is there a semiconductor in your watch? In your cell phone? In your laptop? In your digital camera?"  It is what makes his book today’s electronics.

Algorithmically generated problems provide ample opportunity for students to practice. Stepped-out GO! Problems and Tutorials present guided steps to solving complex problems.