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Equip your students to be creative and reflective artists with our brand new course book, the only resource fully matched to the Cambridge International AS and A Level Art & Design syllabus. The book promotes understanding of the key concepts, encourages critical practice, and builds confidence in practical skills and independent expression.Exam board: Cambridge Assessment International EducationFirst teaching: 2018 First examination: 2020-The only course book on the market with full coverage of the Cambridge International AS and A Level Art & Design 9479 syllabus for first examination from 2020-Guides students through the artistic process of observation and intention, context and concepts, development and refinement and audience and setting in all disciplines: fine art, graphic communication, three-dimensional design, and textiles and fashion-Activities throughout improve students’ practical skills in a wide range of techniques-Developed by an experienced team of teachers and practitioners-Complete language support with key terms highlighted and definitions provided-Dedicated sections supporting students through researching, planning, writing and reviewing their personal investigation as well as a practical guidance section at the end of the book-Critical thinking boxes promote reflective practice in students-Artist and designer features deepen awareness of contemporary and historical practitioners worldwide-Materials, references and examples are drawn from a broad range of contexts worldwide, making this a truly international course book-Suggestions for additional research to take students’ learning further-Annotated student work so that students can learn from real-life examples

This book provides in-depth coverage of Pure Mathematics 1 for Cambridge International AS and A Level Mathematics 9709, for examination from 2020 onwards. With a clear focus on mathematics in life and work, this text builds the key mathematical skills and knowledge that will open up a wide range of careers and further study.Exam Board: Cambridge Assessment International EducationFirst teaching: 2018 First examination: 2020This student book is part of a series of nine books covering the complete syllabus for Cambridge International AS and A Level Mathematics (9709) and Further Mathematics (9231), for first teaching from September 2018 first examination from 2020. This title is endorsed by Cambridge Assessment International Education.Written by expert authors, this Student Book:• covers all the content of Pure Mathematics 1 with clear references to what you will learn at the start of each chapter, and coverage that clearly and directly matches the Cambridge syllabus• sets mathematics in real-world contexts that emphasise practical applications and career paths, with inspiring case studies and discussion activities that showcase how mathematics is relevant to different roles• develops the key A Level mathematical skills of mathematical modelling, problem-solving and communication through dedicated questions and teaching• helps you master mathematics with varied practice to develop understanding, exam-style questions to test comprehension, and selected Cambridge past paper questions to help prepare for examination• gives you control of your learning with prior knowledge checks to assess readiness and end-of-chapter summaries that test understanding• supports you through the course with detailed explanations, clear worked examples and plenty of graduated practice on each topic with full workings shown for each answer• provides clear progression from IGCSE® Mathematics and develops confident, independent and reflective mathematicians through extension questions and group discussions• supports mathematical communication and literacy with key terms for each topic explained and supported by a comprehensive glossary.

This book provides in-depth coverage of Pure Mathematics 2 & 3 for Cambridge International AS and A Level Mathematics 9709, for examination from 2020 onwards. With a clear focus on mathematics in life and work, this text builds the key mathematical skills and knowledge that will open up a wide range of careers and further study.Exam Board: Cambridge Assessment International EducationFirst teaching: 2018 First exams: 2020This student book is part of a series of nine books covering the complete syllabus for Cambridge International AS and A Level Mathematics (9709) and Further Mathematics (9231), for first teaching from September 2018 and examination from 2020. This title is endorsed by Cambridge Assessment International Education.Written by expert authors, this Student Book:• covers all the content of Pure Mathematics 2 and the additional A Level-only content for Pure Mathematics 3 with clear references to what you will learn at the start of each chapter, and coverage that clearly and directly matches the Cambridge syllabus• sets mathematics in real-world contexts that emphasise practical applications and career paths, with inspiring case studies and discussion activities that showcase how mathematics is relevant to different roles• develops the key A Level mathematical skills of mathematical modelling, problem-solving and communication through dedicated questions and teaching• helps you master mathematics with varied practice to develop understanding, exam-style questions to test comprehension, and selected Cambridge past paper questions to help prepare for examination• gives you control of your learning with prior knowledge checks to assess readiness and end-of-chapter summaries that test understanding• supports you through the course with detailed explanations, clear worked examples and plenty of graduated practice on each topic with full workings shown for each answer• provides clear progression from IGCSE® Mathematics and develops confident, independent and reflective mathematicians through extension questions and group discussions• supports mathematical communication and literacy with key terms for each topic explained and supported by a comprehensive glossary.

This book provides in-depth coverage of Mechanics for Cambridge International AS and A Level Mathematics 9709, for examination from 2020 onwards. With a clear focus on mathematics in life and work, this text builds the key mathematical skills and knowledge that will open up a wide range of careers and further study.Exam Board: Cambridge Assessment International EducationFirst teaching: 2018 First examination: 2020This student book is part of a series of nine books covering the complete syllabus for Cambridge International AS and A Level Mathematics (9709) and Further Mathematics (9231), for first teaching from September 2018 and first examination from 2020. This title is endorsed by Cambridge Assessment International Education.Written by expert authors, this Student Book:• covers the complete content of Mechanics (formerly Mechanics 1) with clear references to what you will learn at the start of each chapter, and coverage that clearly and directly matches the Cambridge syllabus• sets mathematics in real-world contexts that emphasise practical applications and career paths, with inspiring case studies and discussion activities that showcase how mathematics is relevant to different roles• develops the key A Level mathematical skills of mathematical modelling, problem-solving and communication through dedicated questions and teaching• helps you master mathematics with varied practice to develop understanding, exam-style questions to test comprehension, and selected Cambridge past paper questions to help prepare for examination• gives you control of your learning with prior knowledge checks to assess readiness and end-of-chapter summaries that test understanding• supports you through the course with detailed explanations, clear worked examples and plenty of graduated practice on each topic with full workings shown for each answer• provides clear progression from IGCSE® Mathematics and develops confident, independent and reflective mathematicians through extension questions and group discussions• supports mathematical communication and literacy with key terms for each topic explained and supported by a comprehensive glossary.

This book provides in-depth coverage of Probability & Statistics 1 for Cambridge International AS and A Level Mathematics 9709, for examination from 2020 onwards. With a clear focus on mathematics in life and work, this text builds the key mathematical skills and knowledge that will open up a wide range of careers and further study.Exam Board: Cambridge Assessment International EducationFirst teaching: 2018 First examination: 2020This student book is part of a series of nine books covering the complete syllabus for Cambridge International AS and A Level Mathematics (9709) and Further Mathematics (9231), for first teaching from September 2018 and examination from 2020. This title is endorsed by Cambridge Assessment International Education.Written by expert authors, this Student Book:• covers the complete content of Probability & Statistics 1 with clear references to what you will learn at the start of each chapter, and coverage that clearly and directly matches the Cambridge syllabus• sets mathematics in real-world contexts that emphasise practical applications and career paths, with inspiring case studies and discussion activities that showcase how mathematics is relevant to different roles• develops the key A Level mathematical skills of mathematical modelling, problem-solving and communication through dedicated questions and teaching• helps you master mathematics with varied practice to develop understanding, exam-style questions to test comprehension, and selected Cambridge past paper questions to help prepare for examination• gives you control of your learning with prior knowledge checks to assess readiness and end-of-chapter summaries that test understanding• supports you through the course with detailed explanations, clear worked examples and plenty of graduated practice on each topic with full workings shown for each answer• provides clear progression from IGCSE® Mathematics and develops confident, independent and reflective mathematicians through extension questions and group discussions• supports mathematical communication and literacy with key terms for each topic explained and supported by a comprehensive glossary.

This book provides in-depth coverage of Probability & Statistics 2 for Cambridge International A Level Mathematics 9709, for examination from 2020 onwards. With a clear focus on mathematics in life and work, this text builds the key mathematical skills and knowledge that will open up a wide range of careers and further study.Exam Board: Cambridge Assessment International EducationFirst teaching: 2018 First examination: 2020This student book is part of a series of nine books covering the complete syllabus for Cambridge International AS and A Level Mathematics (9709) and Further Mathematics (9231), for first teaching from September 2018 and examination from 2020. This title is endorsed by Cambridge Assessment International Education.Written by expert authors, this Student Book:• covers the complete content of Probability & Statistics 2 with clear references to what you will learn at the start of each chapter, and coverage that clearly and directly matches the Cambridge syllabus• sets mathematics in real-world contexts that emphasise practical applications and career paths, with inspiring case studies and discussion activities that showcase how mathematics is relevant to different roles• develops the key A Level mathematical skills of mathematical modelling, problem-solving and communication through dedicated questions and teaching• helps you master mathematics with varied practice to develop understanding, exam-style questions to test comprehension, and selected Cambridge past paper questions to help prepare for examination• gives you control of your learning with prior knowledge checks to assess readiness and end-of-chapter summaries that test understanding• supports you through the course with detailed explanations, clear worked examples and plenty of graduated practice on each topic with full workings shown for each answer• provides clear progression from IGCSE® Mathematics and develops confident, independent and reflective mathematicians through extension questions and group discussions• supports mathematical communication and literacy with key terms for each topic explained and supported by a comprehensive glossary.

This book provides in-depth coverage of Further Mechanics for Cambridge International AS and A Level Further Mathematics 9231, for examination from 2020 onwards. With a clear focus on mathematics in life and work, this text builds the key mathematical skills and knowledge that will open up a wide range of careers and further study.Exam Board: Cambridge Assessment International EducationFirst teaching: 2018 First examination: 2020This student book is part of a series of nine books covering the complete syllabus for Cambridge International AS and A Level Mathematics (9709) and Further Mathematics (9231), for first teaching from September 2018 and first examination from 2020. This title is endorsed by Cambridge Assessment International Education.Written by expert authors, this Student Book:• covers the complete content of Further Mechanics with clear references to what you will learn at the start of each chapter, and coverage that clearly and directly matches the Cambridge syllabus• sets mathematics in real-world contexts that emphasise practical applications and career paths, with inspiring case studies and discussion activities that showcase how mathematics is relevant to different roles• develops the key A Level mathematical skills of mathematical modelling, problem-solving and communication through dedicated questions and teaching• helps you master mathematics with varied practice to develop understanding, exam-style questions to test comprehension, and selected Cambridge past paper questions to help prepare for examination• gives you control of your learning with prior knowledge checks to assess readiness and end-of-chapter summaries that test understanding• supports you through the course with detailed explanations, clear worked examples and plenty of graduated practice on each topic with full workings shown for each answer• provides clear progression from A Level Mathematics and develops confident, independent and reflective mathematicians through extension questions and group discussions• supports mathematical communication and literacy with key terms for each topic explained and supported by a comprehensive glossary.

Exam Board: Cambridge Assessment International EducationLevel & Subject: Cambridge International AS & A Level English LanguageFirst teaching: September 2019 First examination: from 2021The Student’s Book is structured to build skills and knowledge in a clear sequence, and to help students to apply their skills in different combinations. With in-depth and up-to-date coverage of the syllabus topics and a stimulating range of international texts, this book is the ideal companion to the Cambridge International AS and A Level course. Supports the transition from upper secondary: Section A refreshes students’ understanding of key concepts such as audience, purpose and form, and of elements of language including sentences and clauses.Builds writing and analysis skills for AS and A Level: Section B introduces students to different modes of analysis, including contextual, pragmatic, lexical, semantic, grammatical and phonological approaches, and familiarises students with the conventions of different writing forms and purposes.Explores the syllabus topics in depth: Section C offers a dedicated chapter on each language topic, exploring the relevant linguistic theories and helping students to apply these ideas in their own arguments and analysis of texts, transcripts and data.Helps students apply their knowledge and skills to extended tasks: Section D offers step-by-step support for responding to a range of tasks with sample responses at different levels to help students understand how to improve.Builds confidence for examinations with complete exam-style practice papers in Section E.Encourages an active approach to learning: throughout the book, a wealth of activities ask students to discuss, analyse and apply the ideas they are learning about, and to experiment with different techniques in their own writing.A rich variety of texts from around the world provide exciting models for students’ writing, engaging examples to analyse, and stimulus for debates about language change, language acquisition, the relationship between language and identity and the nature of Global English.Full provision for all abilities: an accessible writing style, step-by-step support and clear Key terms definitions build confidence, while Taking it further activities offer additional challenge.Supports teachers through the free, editable medium-term plans available on Collins.co.uk. These clearly map content to the syllabus and summarise what is covered in each unit of the book. Answers to activities in the Student’s Book are included to assist those teaching English Language for the first time.

Exam Board: Cambridge Assessment International EducationLevel & Subject: Cambridge International AS & A Level Literature in EnglishFirst teaching: September 2019 First examination: from 2021The Student’s Book introduces the key concepts and skills in the Cambridge International syllabus, with a focus on developing effective writing from the start, to give students a toolkit for responding to unseen texts and exploring the set texts in depth. Develops effective writing throughout with dedicated activities and exemplar student writing to model different ways of responding to texts.Structured to help students make progress: each unit offers a clear, step-by-step learning sequence, moving from exploration to supported analysis to independent writing, and building towards examination-style tasks at the end of each chapter.Supports and challenges all learners. The first chapter of the book introduces the fundamental skills and concepts for the course, building learners’ confidence and supporting the transition from upper secondary. The second part of the book shows students how to apply these skills to write about the three major forms (poetry, prose and drama) and to respond to unseen texts. Thinking more deeply sections revisit ideas at a higher level to challenge the most able students.Provides an anthology of international texts: fresh texts from a variety of periods and cultures have been chosen to allow students to explore different writers’ choices and their effects.Practical for the classroom: the book will be clearly organised into practical sequences of learning that can be used as lessons or series of lessons. The focus on activity and modelling offers an accessible format for classroom teaching.Supports teachers’ planning. The free online teacher resource available on Collins.co.uk provides editable medium-term plans summarising the coverage of each chapter.

Exam Board: Cambridge Assessment International EducationLevel & Subject: Cambridge International AS & A Level SociologyFirst teaching: September 2019 First examination: From 2021The Student’s Book provides up-to-date, in-depth and truly international coverage of the Cambridge International syllabus. It is written by a bestselling author team of experienced Sociology teachers, lecturers and examiners. Up-to-date and international: each chapter presents the latest research and theories, mapped to the Cambridge syllabus. Contemporary issues case studies from a whole range of different societies help students to apply sociological ideas to the world today.Support and challenge the full range of learners: the book offers the depth, detail and clarity that students need to analyse and evaluate at the highest levels, while regular Summary and Key terms boxes help consolidate understanding.Develop students’ interpretation, application, analysis and evaluation skills with a range of activities ideal for classroom use, including exam-style questions and sample responses at different levels to show students how to improve.Bring students closer to the practice of sociology with the unique Now and then feature in which leading sociologists, from Paul Willis to Carol Smart, reassess landmark studies in their own words.Visually engaging: high-impact images with activities help students to visualise and apply sociological ideas and theories.Trusted author team – Michael Haralambos, Martin Holborn, Steven Chapman, Pauline Wilson, Laura Pountney and Michael Kirby are highly experienced teachers, trainers and examiners, and the authors of bestselling A Level Sociology textbooks.Supports teachers’ planning with a free editable scheme of work, available on our website Collins.co.uk. This clearly maps content to the syllabus and summarises what is covered in each Part and Unit of the book.

The Collins Cambridge International AS & A Level Biology course promotes a rich and deep understanding of the 9700 syllabus (for examination from 2022) and development of practical skills.This Student’s Book provides in depth coverage of the Cambridge International AS & A Level Biology syllabus. This text was written by experts in their field and allows students to develop practical skills in a range of contexts, deepen understanding of key concepts and make links between topics. Students are given regular opportunities to practice and revisit skills and understanding, and evaluate their learning throughout the course.Exam Board: Cambridge Assessment International EducationFirst teaching: 2020; First examination: 2022· Develop and strengthen practical skills throughout with assignments and experimental skills features and regular opportunities to handle, apply and evaluate data· Deepen understanding by making connections between topics. The prior understanding reviews and end of chapter mind maps provide starting points to build upon· Build self-awareness and take control of learning using the questions and opportunities for reflection throughout the book· Strengthen and challenge with questions requiring deeper engagement and thinking skills· Prepare for examinations with exam-style questions· A Teacher’s Guide is also available to buy as a digital download. Full teacher support includes syllabus mapping, notes on common misconceptions, a wealth of activities including those to develop practical skills, and regular assessments including prior knowledge reviews, mid-chapter formative and end of chapter exam-style summative tests. Please see collins.co.uk/pages/caie-sciences for more information.This resource is endorsed by Cambridge Assessment International Education to support the full syllabus for examination from 2022.

The Collins Cambridge International AS & A Level Chemistry course promotes a rich and deep understanding of the 9701 syllabus (for examination from 2022) and development of practical skills.This Student’s Book provides in depth coverage of the Cambridge International AS & A Level Chemistry syllabus. This text was written by experts in their field and allows students to develop practical skills in a range of contexts, deepen understanding of key concepts and make links between topics. Students are given regular opportunities to practice and revisit skills and understanding, and evaluate their learning throughout the course.Exam Board: Cambridge Assessment International EducationFirst teaching: 2020; First examination: 2022· Develop and strengthen practical skills throughout with assignments and experimental skills features and regular opportunities to handle, apply and evaluate data· Deepen understanding by making connections between topics. The prior understanding reviews and end of chapter mind maps provide starting points to build upon· Build self-awareness and take control of learning using the questions and opportunities for reflection throughout the book· Strengthen and challenge with questions requiring deeper engagement and thinking skills· Prepare for examinations with exam-style questions· A Teacher’s Guide is also available to buy as a digital download. Full teacher support includes syllabus mapping, notes on common misconceptions, a wealth of activities including those to develop practical skills, and regular assessments including prior knowledge reviews, mid-chapter formative and end of chapter exam-style summative tests. Please see collins.co.uk/pages/caie-sciences for more information.This resource is endorsed by Cambridge Assessment International Education to support the full syllabus for examination from 2022.

The Collins Cambridge International AS & A Level Physics course promotes a rich and deep understanding of the 9702 syllabus (for examination from 2022) and development of practical skills.This Student’s Book provides in depth coverage of the Cambridge International AS & A level Physics syllabus. This text was written by experts in their field and allows students to develop practical skills in a range of contexts, deepen understanding of key concepts and make links between topics. Students are given regular opportunities to practice and revisit skills and understanding, and evaluate their learning throughout the course.Exam Board: Cambridge Assessment International EducationFirst teaching: 2020; First examination: 2022· Develop and strengthen practical skills throughout with assignments and experimental skills features and regular opportunities to handle, apply and evaluate data· Deepen understanding by making connections between topics. The prior understanding reviews and end of chapter mind maps provide starting points to build upon· Build self-awareness and take control of learning using the questions and opportunities for reflection throughout the book· Strengthen and challenge with questions requiring deeper engagement and thinking skills· Prepare for examinations with exam-style questions· A Teacher’s Guide is also available to buy as a digital download. Full teacher support includes syllabus mapping, notes on common misconceptions, a wealth of activities including those to develop practical skills, and regular assessments including prior knowledge reviews, mid-chapter formative and end of chapter exam-style summative tests. Please see collins.co.uk/pages/caie-sciences for more information.This resource is endorsed by Cambridge Assessment International Education to support the full syllabus for examination from 2022.

Collins Cambridge International AS & A Level Global Perspectives and Research is a highly supportive and user-friendly resource to support the learning and teaching of the Cambridge International AS & A Level Global Perspectives & Research syllabus (9239). It comprises a Student’s Book, Workbook and a Teacher’s Guide.The Student’s Book offers a clear and comprehensive route through the course, with an emphasis on developing skills through written and oral activities. It promotes and encourages critical thinking, self-reflection and independent thought and provides students with opportunities to understand and engage with key global issues. The emphasis throughout is on developing key skills and applying them to topics of global significance. Students are encouraged to consider themes and issues particularly relevant to their areas of interest, topical news items, or geographical region.Linking to the Critical Path in every unit, the course helps students understand and develop effective research skills, with guidance on areas such as how to choose a topic and how to write a research report. Practical examples and explanations are given to help with planning, researching, structuring and presenting a written report, while communication and collaboration skills are focussed on in units relating to the team project. carefully designed to develop research, communication and critical thinking skillsapproachable and user friendlyvisually appealing with a clear layoutengaging and interesting topics chosen to stimulate students’ interestuseful feature boxes to guide students through the critical patha wide range of texts and annotated examples to model the approach and skillsoffers support for non-native English students in academic English and presentationsallows exploration and modelling of key skills through extended ‘Special Focus’ pages or spreadsWe are working with Cambridge Assessment International Education towards endorsement of this title to support the full syllabus for examination from 2023.

Written by team of experienced geography teachers, this Student Book is fully matched to the Cambridge International AS & A Level Geography syllabus for examination from 2027.This resource is endorsed for the Cambridge Pathway to support the syllabus (9696) for examination from 2027.Exam Board: Cambridge International EducationFor examination from 2027The Collins Cambridge International AS & A Level Geography Student Book covers all the syllabus topics including physical and human geography, along with global themes and environments. The aim of the book is to help the student to obtain the knowledge, understanding and skills to succeed in their geographical studies.The content is accessible and clearly organised with a student friendly layout. The depth of content coverage is suitable for the whole range of abilities.Features such as 'check your understanding' and 'now investigate' offer consistent practice answering questions in order to support progression and develop critical thinking skills.Illustrated throughout, it contains a wealth of maps, diagrams and infographics to support the interesting and current contextualised case studies taken from around the world, with further examples offered for each example in order to promote further learning.Coverage of new syllabus topics, such as Climate change: impact and governance, Water resource and management and Disease and geography.ContentGeographical skillsHydrology, river processes and hazardsAtmospheric processes and global climate changeEarth processes and hazardsPopulation and migrationWater resources and managementUrban areas and managementHazardous environmentsTropical environmentsCoastal processesArid environmentsClimate change: impacts and governanceEnvironmental issues and managementTrade, aid and tourismDisease and geography

The Collins International AS English General series provides an easy-to-use, international course that supports students in developing the key skills required for the Cambridge International AS Level English General Paper (8021) for examination from 2028.This resource is endorsed for the Cambridge Pathway to support the Cambridge International AS Level English General Paper syllabus (8021) for examination from 2028.The Student’s Book provides full coverage of the Cambridge International AS Level English General Paper syllabus (8021) and has been written and reviewed by a team of experienced international teachers.The Student’s Book provides a practical structure for teaching the course, with easy-to-navigate, well signposted sections, chapters and units. The chapter structure highlights the skills that need to be developed and shows how build them in manageable steps before helping students to apply them to different tasks. Provides equal support for developing essay writing and comprehension, through the clearly delineated chapter structure and the exemplification of both sets of skills.Contains regular annotated examples of successful writing and analysis, with peer-assessment activities to support students in evaluating and editing their own responses.Support for improving written communication is integrated throughout, to help students harness text cohesion, sentence structure and grammar to express their arguments more effectively.Delivers a truly international course, encouraging students to read widely on a range of contemporary, global themes to develop their curiosity and engage with new perspectives.Supports students with English as a second or additional language through the clear, accessible tasks and explanations, glossaries alongside relevant texts, and the language support features throughout each unit.The course consists of a Teacher’s Guide, Student’s Book and a digital subscription on Collins Hub. (The Teacher’s Guide and digital subscription have not gone through the endorsement process for the Cambridge Pathway).

The Collins International AS English General series provides an easy-to-use, international course that supports students in developing the key skills required for the Cambridge International AS Level English General Paper (8021).The Teacher’s Guide provides everything teachers need to teach with confidence using the Student’s Book, providing full coverage of the Cambridge International AS Level English General Paper syllabus.· Provides clear, quick-reference guidance for teaching each unit, outlining the intentions and key outcomes as well as highlighting any support that may be required for specific tasks.· Models how to analyse, evaluate and interpret arguments, ideas and texts – building transferable skills and approaches that can then be applied to other sources on contemporary issues relevant to your class and setting.· Improves students’ confidence in explaining, analysing and evaluating multi-disciplinary issues, developing informed opinions and communicating arguments through carefully structured tasks.· Includes an answer key for each unit, with example responses provided.The course consists of a Teacher’s Guide, Student’s Book and online subscription. (The Teacher’s Guide and digital subscription have not gone through the endorsement process for the Cambridge Pathway).

Equip your students to be creative and reflective artists with our brand new course book, the only resource fully matched to the Cambridge International AS and A Level Art & Design syllabus. The book promotes understanding of the key concepts, encourages critical practice, and builds confidence in practical skills and independent expression.This title is endorsed for the Cambridge Pathway to support the full Cambridge AS & A Level Art & Design syllabus (9479) for examination from 2028.The only course book on the market with full coverage of the Cambridge International AS & A Level Art & Design syllabus for examination from 2028.-Guides students through the artistic process of observation and intention, context and concepts, development and refinement and audience and setting in all disciplines: fine art, graphic communication, three-dimensional design, and textiles and fashion-Activities throughout improve students’ practical skills in a wide range of techniques-Developed by an experienced team of teachers and practitioners-Complete language support with key terms highlighted and definitions provided-Dedicated sections supporting students through researching, planning, writing and reviewing their personal investigation as well as a practical guidance section at the end of the book-Critical thinking boxes promote reflective practice in students-Artist and designer features deepen awareness of contemporary and historical practitioners worldwide-Materials, references and examples are drawn from a broad range of contexts worldwide, making this a truly international course book-Suggestions for additional research to take students’ learning further-Annotated student work so that students can learn from real-life examples

Exam Board: Cambridge International EducationLevel & Subject: Cambridge International AS & A Level English LanguageFirst teaching: September 2027 First examination: from 2029The Student’s Book is structured to build skills and knowledge in a clear sequence, and to help students to apply their skills in different combinations. With in-depth and up-to-date coverage of the syllabus topics and a stimulating range of international texts, this book is the ideal companion to the Cambridge International AS and A Level course.• Supports the transition from upper secondary: Section A refreshes students’ understanding of key concepts such as audience, purpose and form, and of elements of language including sentences and clauses.• Builds writing and analysis skills for AS and A Level: Section B introduces students to different modes of analysis, including contextual, pragmatic, lexical, semantic, grammatical and phonological approaches, and familiarises students with the conventions of different writing forms and purposes.• Explores the syllabus topics in depth: Section C offers a dedicated chapter on each language topic, exploring the relevant linguistic theories and helping students to apply these ideas in their own arguments and analysis of texts, transcripts and data.• Helps students apply their knowledge and skills to extended tasks: Section D offers step-by-step support for responding to a range of tasks with sample responses at different levels to help students understand how to improve.• Builds confidence for examinations with complete exam-style practice papers in Section E.• Encourages an active approach to learning: throughout the book, a wealth of activities ask students to discuss, analyse and apply the ideas they are learning about, and to experiment with different techniques in their own writing.• A rich variety of texts from around the world provide exciting models for students’ writing, engaging examples to analyse, and stimulus for debates about language change, language acquisition, the relationship between language and identity and the nature of Global English.• Full provision for all abilities: an accessible writing style, step-by-step support and clear Key terms definitions build confidence, while Taking it further activities offer additional challenge.• Supports teachers through the free, editable medium-term plans available on Collins.co.uk. These clearly map content to the syllabus and summarise what is covered in each unit of the book. Answers to activities in the Student’s Book are included to assist those teaching English Language for the first time.