A/AS Level Computer Science for WJEC/Eduqas Student Book


Book Description

Written for the WJEC/Eduqas A/AS Level Computer Science specifications for first teaching from 2015, this print student book helps students build their knowledge and master underlying computing principles and concepts. The student book develops computational thinking, programming and problem-solving skills. Suitable for all abilities, it puts computing into context and gives students a real-life view on professional applications of computing skills. Answers to end-of-chapter questions are located in the free online teacher's resource. A Cambridge Elevate enhanced edition is also available.




A/AS Level Computer Science for OCR Student Book


Book Description

Written for the OCR A/AS Level Computer Science specifications for first teaching from 2015, this print student book helps students build their knowledge and master underlying computing principles and concepts. The student book develops computational thinking, programming and problem-solving skills. Suitable for all abilities, it puts computing into context and gives students a real-life view on professional applications of computing skills. Answers to end-of-chapter questions are located in the free online teacher's resource. A Cambridge Elevate enhanced edition is also available.




Media Theory for A Level


Book Description

Media Theory for A Level provides a comprehensive introduction to the 19 academic theories required for A Level Media study. From Roland Barthes to Clay Shirky, from structuralism to civilisationism, this revision book explains the core academic concepts students need to master to succeed in their exams. Each chapter includes: • Comprehensive explanations of the academic ideas and theories specified for GCE Media study. • Practical tasks designed to help students apply theoretical concepts to unseen texts and close study products/set texts. • Exemplar applications of theories to set texts and close study products for all media specifications (AQA, Eduqas, OCR and WJEC). • Challenge activities designed to help students secure premium grades. • Glossaries to explain specialist academic terminology. • Revision summaries and exam preparation activities for all named theorists. • Essential knowledge reference tables. Media Theory for A Level is also accompanied by the essentialmediatheory.com website that contains a wide range of supporting resources. Accompanying online material includes: • Revision flashcards and worksheets. • A comprehensive bank of exemplar applications that apply academic theory to current set texts and close study products for all media specifications. • Classroom ready worksheets that teachers can use alongside the book to help students master essential media theory. • Help sheets that focus on the application of academic theory to unseen text components of A Level exams.




AQA A level Computer Science


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Exam Board: AQA Level: AS/A-level Subject: Computer Science First Teaching: September 2015 First Exam: June 2016 This title has been approved by AQA for use with the AS and A-level AQA Computer Science specifications. AQA A-level Computer Science gives students the chance to think creatively and progress through the AQA AS and A-level Computer Science specifications. Detailed coverage of the specifications will enrich understanding of the fundamental principles of computing, whilst a range of activities help to develop the programming skills and computational thinking skills at A-level and beyond. - Enables students to build a thorough understanding of the fundamental principles in the AQA AS and A-Level Computer Science specifications, with detailed coverage of programming, algorithms, data structures and representation, systems, databases and networks, uses and consequences. - Helps to tackle the various demands of the course confidently, with advice and support for programming and theoretical assessments and the problem-solving or investigative project at A-level. - Develops the programming and computational thinking skills for A-level and beyond - frequent coding and question practice will help students apply their knowledge of the principles of computer science, and design, program and evaluate problem-solving computer systems. Bob Reeves is an experienced teacher with examining experience, and well-respected author of resources for Computing and ICT across the curriculum.




WJEC Eduqas GCSE English Language: Revision Workbook


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This full colour write-in revision workbook, matched to the requirements of the exams, provides extensive practice opportunities, self-assessments, sample student answers, revision tips and sample exam papers. The active and motivational approach enables students to take control of their revision.




Eduqas GCSE (9-1) Religious Studies Route A


Book Description

This is an updated edition of our Eduqas GCSE Religious Studies Route A textbook, published April 2022. Bring out the best in every student, enabling them to develop in-depth subject knowledge with the updated edition of our Eduqas GCSE Religious Studies Route A Student Book. Work through accessible and engaging content that has been thoroughly revised by subject specialists to provide streamlined and up-to-date support for the specification. - Help students of all abilities fulfill their potential and increase their understanding through clear, detailed explanations of the key content and concepts - Motivate students to build and cement their knowledge and skills using a range of imaginative, innovative activities that support learning and revision - Provide a variety of quotes from sources of authority that students can draw on to enhance their responses and extend their learning - Encourage students to make links between the world religions and philosophical and ethical issues so they develop a holistic view of religion in modern Britain - Prepare students for examination with a rich bank of exam-style questions, guidance on how to improve responses and student-friendly assessment criteria - Teach unfamiliar topics and systematic studies confidently with clear explanations of Christian, Catholic Christian, Islamic and Judaic beliefs and practices, verified by faith leaders and organisations WJEC Eduqas GCSE RS Component 1: Religious, philosophical and ethical studies in the Modern World 1 Issues of Relationship 2 Issues of Life and Death 3 Issues of Good and Evil 4 Issues of Human Rights Component 2: 5 Beliefs and teachings 6 Christianity: Practices Component 3: Study of a World Faith - Islam 7 Islam: Beliefs and teachings 8 Islam: Practices Component 3: Study of a World Faith - Judaism 9 Judaism: Beliefs and teachings 10 Judaism: Practices




GCSE Business


Book Description

Exam Board: WJEC Level: GCSE Subject: Business First Teaching: September 2017 First Exam: June 2019 Endorsed by WJEC/Eduqas Ensure that every student can fulfil their potential with this tailor-made Student Book for the 2017 specifications; our bestselling Business authors develop knowledge and skills through clear explanations, real-life examples and assessment practice questions. - Builds understanding of business concepts through accessible explanations, supported by definitions of key terms and tips that highlight important points and common misconceptions - Enables students to apply their knowledge to real business examples, issues and contexts in the 'Business insight' feature - Develops investigative, analytical and evaluation skills through multiple choice, short answer and case study/data response questions, sample answers and commentary - Encourages students to track their progress using learning outcomes, end-of-chapter summaries and knowledge-check questions - Helps students practise and improve their quantitative skills via the 'Maths moment' feature - Stretches students with questions that test their ability to make an informed judgement This book covers the content of: - 2017 WJEC GCSE (A*-G) Business specification regulated by Qualifications Wales - 2017 WJEC Eduqas GCSE (9-1) Business specification regulated by Ofqual




WJEC Eduqas GCSE Sociology


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Written by two experienced teachers, this accessible and engaging student book is endorsed by WJEC Eduqas, offering you high quality support you can trust // A simple and straightforward double page spread layout makes for easy navigation around the topics, including colour-coded headings to highlight particular skills you need to develop. // A range of activities that will help you think sociologically, including `Take it Further' and `Think Theory'. // A dedicated Sociological enquiry and research methods chapter will introduce you to one of the key areas of study in Sociology. // The exam practice chapter provides you with advice and guidance on how to revise and refine your exam technique, helping you thoroughly prepare for the exams.







Essential Maths Skills for AS/a Level Computer Science


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If you struggle with binary multiplication, or Big O Notation, this is the book for you. This textbook companion will help improve your essential maths skills for computer science, whichever awarding body specification you're following. You can use it throughout your course, whenever you feel you need some extra help. - Develop your understanding of both maths and computer science with all worked examples and questions within a computer science context - Improve your confidence with a step-by-step approach to every maths skill - Measure your progress with guided and non-guided questions to see how you're improving - Understand where you're going wrong with full worked solutions to every question - Feel confident in expert guidance from experienced teachers and examiners Victoria Ellis and Gavin Craddock, reviewed by Dr Kathleen Maitland, Senior Lecturer in Computing and Director of the SAS Student Academy at Birmingham City University