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OCR GCSE History SHP: The First Crusade c1070-1100
by Rachel Foster Kath GoudieExam Board: OCRLevel: GCSESubject: HistoryFirst Teaching: September 2016First Exam: June 2018Let SHP successfully steer you through the new specification with an exciting, enquiry-based series that invigorates teaching and learning; combining best practice principles and worthwhile tasks to develop students' high-level historical knowledge and skills.- Tackle unfamiliar topics from the broadened curriculum with confidence: the engaging, accessible text covers the content you need for teacher-led lessons and independent study- Ease the transition to GCSE: step-by-step enquiries inspired by best practice in KS3 help to simplify lesson planning and ensure continuous progression within and across units- Build the knowledge and understanding students need to succeed: the scaffolded three-part task structure enables students to record, reflect on and review their learning- Boost student performance across the board: suitably challenging tasks encourage high achievers to excel at GCSE while clear explanations make key concepts accessible to all- Rediscover your enthusiasm for source work: a range of purposeful, intriguing visual and written source material is embedded at the heart of each investigation to enhance understanding- Develop students' sense of period: the visually stimulating text design uses memorable case studies, diagrams, infographics and contemporary photos to bring fascinating events and people to life
OCR GCSE History SHP: The Mughal Empire 1526-1707
by Michael Riley Jamie ByromLet SHP successfully steer you through the new specification with an exciting, enquiry-based series that invigorates teaching and learning; combining best practice principles and worthwhile tasks to develop students' high-level historical knowledge and skills.- Tackle unfamiliar topics from the broadened curriculum with confidence: the engaging, accessible text covers the content you need for teacher-led lessons and independent study- Ease the transition to GCSE: step-by-step enquiries inspired by best practice in KS3 help to simplify lesson planning and ensure continuous progression within and across units- Build the knowledge and understanding students need to succeed: the scaffolded three-part task structure enables students to record, reflect on and review their learning- Boost student performance across the board: suitably challenging tasks encourage high achievers to excel at GCSE while clear explanations make key concepts accessible to all- Rediscover your enthusiasm for source work: a range of purposeful, intriguing visual and written source material is embedded at the heart of each investigation to enhance understanding- Develop students' sense of period: the visually stimulating text design uses memorable case studies, diagrams, infographics and contemporary photos to bring fascinating events and people to life
OCR GCSE History SHP: Aztecs and the Spanish Conquest, 1519-1535
by Richard Woff Kate JarvisExam Board: OCRLevel: GCSESubject: HistoryFirst Teaching: September 2016First Exam: June 2018Let SHP successfully steer you through the new specification with an exciting, enquiry-based series that invigorates teaching and learning; combining best practice principles and worthwhile tasks to develop students' high-level historical knowledge and skills.- Tackle unfamiliar topics from the broadened curriculum with confidence: the engaging, accessible text covers the content you need for teacher-led lessons and independent study- Ease the transition to GCSE: step-by-step enquiries inspired by best practice in KS3 help to simplify lesson planning and ensure continuous progression within and across units- Build the knowledge and understanding students need to succeed: the scaffolded three-part task structure enables students to record, reflect on and review their learning- Boost student performance across the board: suitably challenging tasks encourage high achievers to excel at GCSE while clear explanations make key concepts accessible to all- Rediscover your enthusiasm for source work: a range of purposeful, intriguing visual and written source material is embedded at the heart of each investigation to enhance understanding- Develop students' sense of period: the visually stimulating text design uses memorable case studies, diagrams, infographics and contemporary photos to bring fascinating events and people to life
OCR GCSE History SHP: Aztecs and the Spanish Conquest, 1519-1535
by Richard Woff Kate JarvisExam board: OCR (Specification B, SHP)Level: GCSE (9-1)Subject: HistoryFirst teaching: September 2016First exams: Summer 2018An OCR endorsed textbookLet SHP successfully steer you through the OCR B specification with an exciting, enquiry-based series, combining best practice teaching methods and worthwhile tasks to develop students' historical knowledge and skills.> Tackle unfamiliar topics with confidence: The engaging, accessible text covers the content you need for teacher-led lessons and independent study> Ease the transition to GCSE: Step-by-step enquiries inspired by best practice in KS3 help to simplify lesson planning and ensure continuous progression within and across units> Build the knowledge and understanding that students need to succeed: The scaffolded three-part task structure enables students to record, reflect on and review their learning> Boost student performance: Suitably challenging tasks encourage high achievers to excel at GCSE while clear explanations make key concepts accessible to all> Rediscover your enthusiasm for source work: A range of purposeful, intriguing visual and written source material is embedded at the heart of each investigation to enhance understanding> Develop students' sense of period: Memorable case studies, diagrams, infographics and contemporary photos bring fascinating events and people to life
OCR GCSE History SHP: Britain In Peace And War 1900-1918
by Christopher CulpinExam board: OCR (Specification B, SHP)Level: GCSE (9-1)Subject: HistoryFirst teaching: September 2016First exams: Summer 2018An OCR endorsed textbookLet SHP successfully steer you through the OCR B specification with an exciting, enquiry-based series, combining best practice teaching methods and worthwhile tasks to develop students' historical knowledge and skills.> Tackle unfamiliar topics with confidence: The engaging, accessible text covers the content you need for teacher-led lessons and independent study> Ease the transition to GCSE: Step-by-step enquiries inspired by best practice in KS3 help to simplify lesson planning and ensure continuous progression within and across units> Build the knowledge and understanding that students need to succeed: The scaffolded three-part task structure enables students to record, reflect on and review their learning> Boost student performance: Suitably challenging tasks encourage high achievers to excel at GCSE while clear explanations make key concepts accessible to all> Rediscover your enthusiasm for source work: A range of purposeful, intriguing visual and written source material is embedded at the heart of each investigation to enhance understanding> Develop students' sense of period: Memorable case studies, diagrams, infographics and contemporary photos bring fascinating events and people to life
OCR GCSE History SHP: Crime and Punishment c.1250 to present
by Michael Riley Jamie ByromExam board: OCR (Specification B, SHP)Level: GCSE (9-1)Subject: HistoryFirst teaching: September 2016First exams: Summer 2018An OCR endorsed textbookLet SHP successfully steer you through the OCR B specification with an exciting, enquiry-based series, combining best practice teaching methods and worthwhile tasks to develop students' historical knowledge and skills.> Tackle unfamiliar topics with confidence: The engaging, accessible text covers the content you need for teacher-led lessons and independent study> Ease the transition to GCSE: Step-by-step enquiries inspired by best practice in KS3 help to simplify lesson planning and ensure continuous progression within and across units> Build the knowledge and understanding that students need to succeed: The scaffolded three-part task structure enables students to record, reflect on and review their learning> Boost student performance: Suitably challenging tasks encourage high achievers to excel at GCSE while clear explanations make key concepts accessible to all> Rediscover your enthusiasm for source work: A range of purposeful, intriguing visual and written source material is embedded at the heart of each investigation to enhance understanding> Develop students' sense of period: Memorable case studies, diagrams, infographics and contemporary photos bring fascinating events and people to life
OCR GCSE History SHP: The Elizabethans, 1580-1603
by Jamie Byrom Michael RileyExam board: OCR (Specification B, SHP)Level: GCSE (9-1)Subject: HistoryFirst teaching: September 2016First exams: Summer 2018An OCR endorsed textbookLet SHP successfully steer you through the OCR B specification with an exciting, enquiry-based series, combining best practice teaching methods and worthwhile tasks to develop students' historical knowledge and skills.> Tackle unfamiliar topics with confidence: The engaging, accessible text covers the content you need for teacher-led lessons and independent study> Ease the transition to GCSE: Step-by-step enquiries inspired by best practice in KS3 help to simplify lesson planning and ensure continuous progression within and across units> Build the knowledge and understanding that students need to succeed: The scaffolded three-part task structure enables students to record, reflect on and review their learning> Boost student performance: Suitably challenging tasks encourage high achievers to excel at GCSE while clear explanations make key concepts accessible to all> Rediscover your enthusiasm for source work: A range of purposeful, intriguing visual and written source material is embedded at the heart of each investigation to enhance understanding> Develop students' sense of period: Memorable case studies, diagrams, infographics and contemporary photos bring fascinating events and people to life
OCR GCSE History SHP: Living under Nazi Rule 1933-1945
by Richard KennettExam board: OCR (Specification B, SHP)Level: GCSE (9-1)Subject: HistoryFirst teaching: September 2016First exams: Summer 2018An OCR endorsed textbookLet SHP successfully steer you through the OCR B specification with an exciting, enquiry-based series, combining best practice teaching methods and worthwhile tasks to develop students' historical knowledge and skills.> Tackle unfamiliar topics with confidence: The engaging, accessible text covers the content you need for teacher-led lessons and independent study> Ease the transition to GCSE: Step-by-step enquiries inspired by best practice in KS3 help to simplify lesson planning and ensure continuous progression within and across units> Build the knowledge and understanding that students need to succeed: The scaffolded three-part task structure enables students to record, reflect on and review their learning> Boost student performance: Suitably challenging tasks encourage high achievers to excel at GCSE while clear explanations make key concepts accessible to all> Rediscover your enthusiasm for source work: A range of purposeful, intriguing visual and written source material is embedded at the heart of each investigation to enhance understanding> Develop students' sense of period: Memorable case studies, diagrams, infographics and contemporary photos bring fascinating events and people to life
OCR GCSE History SHP: The Making of America 1789-1900
by Alex FordExam board: OCR (Specification B, SHP)Level: GCSE (9-1)Subject: HistoryFirst teaching: September 2016First exams: Summer 2018An OCR endorsed textbookLet SHP successfully steer you through the OCR B specification with an exciting, enquiry-based series, combining best practice teaching methods and worthwhile tasks to develop students' historical knowledge and skills.> Tackle unfamiliar topics with confidence: The engaging, accessible text covers the content you need for teacher-led lessons and independent study> Ease the transition to GCSE: Step-by-step enquiries inspired by best practice in KS3 help to simplify lesson planning and ensure continuous progression within and across units> Build the knowledge and understanding that students need to succeed: The scaffolded three-part task structure enables students to record, reflect on and review their learning> Boost student performance: Suitably challenging tasks encourage high achievers to excel at GCSE while clear explanations make key concepts accessible to all> Rediscover your enthusiasm for source work: A range of purposeful, intriguing visual and written source material is embedded at the heart of each investigation to enhance understanding> Develop students' sense of period: Memorable case studies, diagrams, infographics and contemporary photos bring fascinating events and people to life
OCR GCSE History SHP: The Making of America 1789-1900
by Alex FordExam board: OCR (Specification B, SHP)Level: GCSE (9-1)Subject: HistoryFirst teaching: September 2016First exams: Summer 2018An OCR endorsed textbookLet SHP successfully steer you through the OCR B specification with an exciting, enquiry-based series, combining best practice teaching methods and worthwhile tasks to develop students' historical knowledge and skills.> Tackle unfamiliar topics with confidence: The engaging, accessible text covers the content you need for teacher-led lessons and independent study> Ease the transition to GCSE: Step-by-step enquiries inspired by best practice in KS3 help to simplify lesson planning and ensure continuous progression within and across units> Build the knowledge and understanding that students need to succeed: The scaffolded three-part task structure enables students to record, reflect on and review their learning> Boost student performance: Suitably challenging tasks encourage high achievers to excel at GCSE while clear explanations make key concepts accessible to all> Rediscover your enthusiasm for source work: A range of purposeful, intriguing visual and written source material is embedded at the heart of each investigation to enhance understanding> Develop students' sense of period: Memorable case studies, diagrams, infographics and contemporary photos bring fascinating events and people to life
OCR GCSE History SHP: Migrants to Britain c.1250 to present
by Martin Spafford Dan LyndonExam board: OCR (Specification B, SHP)Level: GCSE (9-1)Subject: HistoryFirst teaching: September 2016First exams: Summer 2018An OCR endorsed textbookLet SHP successfully steer you through the OCR B specification with an exciting, enquiry-based series, combining best practice teaching methods and worthwhile tasks to develop students' historical knowledge and skills.> Tackle unfamiliar topics with confidence: The engaging, accessible text covers the content you need for teacher-led lessons and independent study> Ease the transition to GCSE: Step-by-step enquiries inspired by best practice in KS3 help to simplify lesson planning and ensure continuous progression within and across units> Build the knowledge and understanding that students need to succeed: The scaffolded three-part task structure enables students to record, reflect on and review their learning> Boost student performance: Suitably challenging tasks encourage high achievers to excel at GCSE while clear explanations make key concepts accessible to all> Rediscover your enthusiasm for source work: A range of purposeful, intriguing visual and written source material is embedded at the heart of each investigation to enhance understanding> Develop students' sense of period: Memorable case studies, diagrams, infographics and contemporary photos bring fascinating events and people to life
OCR GCSE History SHP: The Norman Conquest 1065-1087
by Michael Riley Jamie ByromExam board: OCR (Specification B, SHP)Level: GCSE (9-1)Subject: HistoryFirst teaching: September 2016First exams: Summer 2018An OCR endorsed textbookLet SHP successfully steer you through the OCR B specification with an exciting, enquiry-based series, combining best practice teaching methods and worthwhile tasks to develop students' historical knowledge and skills.> Tackle unfamiliar topics with confidence: The engaging, accessible text covers the content you need for teacher-led lessons and independent study> Ease the transition to GCSE: Step-by-step enquiries inspired by best practice in KS3 help to simplify lesson planning and ensure continuous progression within and across units> Build the knowledge and understanding that students need to succeed: The scaffolded three-part task structure enables students to record, reflect on and review their learning> Boost student performance: Suitably challenging tasks encourage high achievers to excel at GCSE while clear explanations make key concepts accessible to all> Rediscover your enthusiasm for source work: A range of purposeful, intriguing visual and written source material is embedded at the heart of each investigation to enhance understanding> Develop students' sense of period: Memorable case studies, diagrams, infographics and contemporary photos bring fascinating events and people to life
OCR GCSE History SHP: The People's Health c.1250 to present
by Michael Riley Jamie ByromExam board: OCR (Specification B, SHP)Level: GCSE (9-1)Subject: HistoryFirst teaching: September 2016First exams: Summer 2018An OCR endorsed textbookLet SHP successfully steer you through the OCR B specification with an exciting, enquiry-based series, combining best practice teaching methods and worthwhile tasks to develop students' historical knowledge and skills.> Tackle unfamiliar topics with confidence: The engaging, accessible text covers the content you need for teacher-led lessons and independent study> Ease the transition to GCSE: Step-by-step enquiries inspired by best practice in KS3 help to simplify lesson planning and ensure continuous progression within and across units> Build the knowledge and understanding that students need to succeed: The scaffolded three-part task structure enables students to record, reflect on and review their learning> Boost student performance: Suitably challenging tasks encourage high achievers to excel at GCSE while clear explanations make key concepts accessible to all> Rediscover your enthusiasm for source work: A range of purposeful, intriguing visual and written source material is embedded at the heart of each investigation to enhance understanding> Develop students' sense of period: Memorable case studies, diagrams, infographics and contemporary photos bring fascinating events and people to life
OCR GCSE History SHP: Viking Expansion c750-c1050
by Christopher CulpinExam board: OCR (Specification B, SHP)Level: GCSE (9-1)Subject: HistoryFirst teaching: September 2016First exams: Summer 2018An OCR endorsed textbookLet SHP successfully steer you through the OCR B specification with an exciting, enquiry-based series, combining best practice teaching methods and worthwhile tasks to develop students' historical knowledge and skills.> Tackle unfamiliar topics with confidence: The engaging, accessible text covers the content you need for teacher-led lessons and independent study> Ease the transition to GCSE: Step-by-step enquiries inspired by best practice in KS3 help to simplify lesson planning and ensure continuous progression within and across units> Build the knowledge and understanding that students need to succeed: The scaffolded three-part task structure enables students to record, reflect on and review their learning> Boost student performance: Suitably challenging tasks encourage high achievers to excel at GCSE while clear explanations make key concepts accessible to all> Rediscover your enthusiasm for source work: A range of purposeful, intriguing visual and written source material is embedded at the heart of each investigation to enhance understanding> Develop students' sense of period: Memorable case studies, diagrams, infographics and contemporary photos bring fascinating events and people to life
OCR GCSE Religious Studies: Christianity, Islam and Religion, Philosophy and Ethics in the Modern World from a Christian Perspective
by Chris Eyre Julian Waterfield Waqar Ahmad AhmediEncourage each student to build their knowledge and deepen their understanding with accessible and engaging content for OCR GCSE Religious Studies, written by trusted authors and subject specialists.- Follow a structured course that offers clear and succinct coverage of the specification- Support specialists and non-specialists alike with a textbook that is ready to 'pick-up-and-teach', with clear and accurate religious content that has been reviewed by faith organisations and practitioners- Develop students' knowledge with key term definitions and relevant sources of authority included throughout- Engage students with the content and enrich their learning through 'Review', 'Develop', 'Link', 'Debate' and 'Stretch' activities for every topic- Help students prepare for assessment with summary activities designed to build exam skills
OCR GCSE Religious Studies: Christianity, Islam and Religion, Philosophy and Ethics in the Modern World from a Christian Perspective
by Chris Eyre Julian Waterfield Waqar Ahmad AhmediEncourage each student to build their knowledge and deepen their understanding with accessible and engaging content for OCR GCSE Religious Studies, written by trusted authors and subject specialists.- Follow a structured course that offers clear and succinct coverage of the specification- Support specialists and non-specialists alike with a textbook that is ready to 'pick-up-and-teach', with clear and accurate religious content that has been reviewed by faith organisations and practitioners- Develop students' knowledge with key term definitions and relevant sources of authority included throughout- Engage students with the content and enrich their learning through 'Review', 'Develop', 'Link', 'Debate' and 'Stretch' activities for every topic- Help students prepare for assessment with summary activities designed to build exam skills
OCR Level 3 Free Standing Mathematics Qualification: Additional Maths (2nd edition)
by Val Hanrahan Andrew GintyExam Board: OCRLevel: Free Standing Mathematics QualificationSubject: Additional MathematicsFirst Teaching: September 2018First Exam: Summer 2019Enhance the skills learnt at GCSE and build the confidence to tackle higher-level Mathematics using this comprehensive textbook, tailored to the new OCR Additional Mathematics specification (2018).· Consolidate GCSE Maths skills and prepare for A-level using hundreds of questions designed to bridge the gap between Key Stages 4 and 5.· Expand on GCSE knowledge and confidently tackle new concepts with clear introductions to every topic and plenty of worked examples throughout.· Boost performance in Additional Maths and A-level Maths with expert guidance from subject specialists with extensive examining experience.· Save time planning lessons using our free schemes of work that link to the relevant Integral resources.· Approach your final assessment with confidence, by completing two full practice papers at the end of the book.
OCR A Level Biology Student Book 1
by Adrian Schmit Richard Fosbery Jenny Wakefield-WarrenExam Board: OCRLevel: A-levelSubject: BiologyFirst Teaching: September 2015First Exam: June 2016This is an OCR endorsed resourceEncourage students to learn independently and build on their knowledge with this textbook that leads students seamlessly from basic biological concepts to more complicated theories.- Develop experimental, analytical and evaluation skills with activities that introduce the practicals required by OCR and other experimental investigations in Biology- Provide assessment guidance with synoptic questions and multiple choice questions throughout the book, and revision tips and skills all in one chapter- Strengthen understanding of key concepts with contemporary and engaging examples, illustrated with accessible diagrams and images - Give students the opportunity to apply their knowledge and understanding of all aspects of practical work with Test Yourself Questions and Exam Practice Questions- Offer detailed guidance and examples of method with a dedicated 'Maths in Biology' chapter and mathematical support throughout- Develop understanding with free online access to Test yourself Answers, an Extended Glossary, Learning Outcomes and Topic SummariesOCR A Level Biology Student Book 1 includes AS Level
OCR A Level Biology Student Book 1
by Adrian Schmit Richard Fosbery Jenny Wakefield-WarrenExam Board: OCRLevel: A-levelSubject: BiologyFirst Teaching: September 2015First Exam: June 2016This is an OCR endorsed resourceEncourage students to learn independently and build on their knowledge with this textbook that leads students seamlessly from basic biological concepts to more complicated theories.- Develop experimental, analytical and evaluation skills with activities that introduce the practicals required by OCR and other experimental investigations in Biology- Provide assessment guidance with synoptic questions and multiple choice questions throughout the book, and revision tips and skills all in one chapter- Strengthen understanding of key concepts with contemporary and engaging examples, illustrated with accessible diagrams and images - Give students the opportunity to apply their knowledge and understanding of all aspects of practical work with Test Yourself Questions and Exam Practice Questions- Offer detailed guidance and examples of method with a dedicated 'Maths in Biology' chapter and mathematical support throughout- Develop understanding with free online access to answers, an extended glossary, learning outcomes and topic summariesOCR A Level Biology Student Book 1 includes AS Level
OCR A Level Biology Student Book 2
by Adrian Schmit Richard Fosbery Jenny Wakefield-WarrenExam Board: OCRLevel: A-levelSubject: BiologyFirst Teaching: September 2015First Exam: June 2016Encourage students to learn independently and build on their knowledge with this textbook that leads students seamlessly from basic biological concepts to more complicated theories.- Develop experimental, analytical and evaluation skills with activities that introduce the practicals required by OCR and other experimental investigations in Biology- Provide assessment guidance with synoptic questions and multiple choice questions throughout the book, and revision tips and skills all in one chapter- Strengthen understanding of key concepts with contemporary and engaging examples, illustrated with accessible diagrams and images- Give students the opportunity to apply their knowledge and understanding of all aspects of practical work with Test Yourself Questions and Exam Practice Questions- Offer detailed guidance and examples of method with a dedicated 'Maths in Biology' chapter and mathematical support throughout- Develop understanding with free online access to answers, an extended glossary, learning outcomes and topic summaries
OCR A level Chemistry Student Book 1
by Mike Smith John OlderExam Board: OCRLevel: A-levelSubject: ChemistryFirst Teaching: September 2015First Exam: June 2016This is an OCR endorsed resourceStretch and challenge your students' knowledge and understanding of Chemistry, build their mathematical and practical skills, and provide plenty of assessment guidance with this OCR Year 1 Student Book. - Build understanding with a summary of prior knowledge and diagnostic questions at the start of each chapter to help bring students up to speed- Support practical assessment with Practical Skill summaries that help develop your students' knowledge and skills- Test understanding and provide plenty of practice to assess progression, with Test Yourself Questions and multiple choice questions- Provide mathematical support with examples of method integrated throughout and a dedicated 'Maths in Chemistry' chapter- Develop understanding with free online access to Test yourself Answers, an Extended Glossary, Learning Outcomes and Topic SummariesOCR A Level Chemistry Student Book 1 includes AS Level
OCR A Level Chemistry Student Book 2
by Mike Smith John OlderExam Board: OCRLevel: A-levelSubject: ChemistryFirst Teaching: September 2015First Exam: June 2017This is an OCR endorsed resource Stretch and challenge your students' knowledge and understanding of Chemistry, build their mathematical and practical skills, and provide plenty of assessment guidance with this OCR Year 2 Student Book.- Build understanding with a summary of prior knowledge and diagnostic questions at the start of each chapter to help bring students up to speed- Support practical assessment with Practical Skill summaries that help develop your students' knowledge and skills- Test understanding and provide plenty of practice to assess progression, with Test Yourself Questions and multiple choice questions- Provide mathematical support with examples of method integrated throughout and a dedicated 'Maths in Chemistry' chapter- Develop understanding with free online access to Test yourself Answers, an Extended Glossary, Learning Outcomes and Topic Summaries
OCR A Level Economics (4th edition)
by Peter SmithWith its closely aligned content and structure, this textbook will equip your students for the refreshed OCR A-level and AS Economics specifications.- All new practice questions at the end of each chapter, featuring multiple choice, stimulus and essay questions- New knowledge check question feature, testing student understanding throughout- New case studies, facts and figures and practical exercises reflecting recent economic developments- Charts and graphs to give students a strong grounding in economic theory and strengthen their skills in applying those concepts at A-level- Manageable learning objectives matched to the specification and summaries of the key findings at the end to encourage students to take control of their studyWe are seeking endorsement from OCR for the Student Textbook and Student eTextbook.
OCR A Level Economics (4th edition)
by Peter SmithWith its closely aligned content and structure, this textbook will equip your students for the refreshed OCR A-level and AS Economics specifications.- All new practice questions at the end of each chapter, featuring multiple choice, stimulus and essay questions- New knowledge check question feature, testing student understanding throughout- New case studies, facts and figures and practical exercises reflecting recent economic developments- Charts and graphs to give students a strong grounding in economic theory and strengthen their skills in applying those concepts at A-level- Manageable learning objectives matched to the specification and summaries of the key findings at the end to encourage students to take control of their studyWe are seeking endorsement from OCR for the Student Textbook and Student eTextbook.
OCR A Level Economics Book 1
by Peter SmithExam Board: OCRLevel: A-levelSubject: EconomicsFirst Teaching: September 2015First Exam: June 2016This textbook has been produced in collaboration with OCR for use with the new 2015 OCR Economics specification, giving you up-to-date material that supports your teaching. This book will enable students to- Develop subject knowledge, with topic-by-topic insight and advice from Peter Smith, a professorial fellow in: Economics and editor of Economic Review- Demonstrate awareness of current issues in economics and build analytical and evaluative skills with new case studies- Build their quantitative skills with worked examples - Accurately explain key economic concepts and issues by learning the key terms throughout the text and in the end of section glossaries- Prepare for exams with practice questions and activities throughout the bookContentsIntroductionSection 1 - Microeconomics- Part 1 Scarcity and choice--Chapter 1: Introducing economics- Part 2 How competitive markets work--Chapter 2: The coordination problem--Chapter 3: The nature of demand--Chapter 4: The nature of supply--Chapter 5: Market equilibrium and the price system--Chapter 6: Prices and resource allocation-Part 3 Market failure and government intervention--Chapter 7: Market failure and externalities--Chapter 8: Other forms of market failure--Chapter 9: Government intervention and government failureMicroeconomics key termsMicroeconomics practice questionsSection 2 - Macroeconomics- Part 4 Economic policy objectives and indicators of macroeconomic performance--Chapter 10: Macroeconomic performance: inflation--Chapter 11: Macroeconomic performance: employment and unemployment--Chapter 12: Measuring economic performance: economic growth- Part 5 Aggregate demand and aggregate supply--Chapter 13: Aggregate demand--Chapter 14: Aggregate supply and macroeconomic equilibrium- Part 6 The application of policy instruments--Chapter 15: Macroeconomic policy instruments- Part 7 The global context--Chapter 16: International trade--Chapter 17: The balance of payments and the exchange rateMacroeconomics key termsMacroeconomics practice questionsIndex