Cambridge IGCSEâ„¢ and O Level Sociology Digital Coursebook (2 Years)
Cambridge IGCSEâ„¢ and O Level Sociology Coursebook with Digital Access (2 Years)
This second edition helps learners think like real sociologists, applying new skills in a real-world context. The coursebook helps learners develop analytical skills through exploring global case studies, on topics such as identity and family. Written with English as second language learners in mind, with key word definitions and opportunities for learners to check their understanding. Our digital teacher's resource offers additional teaching support. Suitable for the Cambridge IGCSE and O Level Sociology syllabuses (0495/2251).
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Overview
Help learners build a deep understanding of sociological concepts by exploring links between global topics such as identity, family and culture. Varied activities support the development of key research and analysis skills, as learners apply what they have learnt to real-world scenarios. Written with English as second language (ESL) learners in mind, this coursebook includes key word definitions and opportunities for learners to check their understanding. Suitable for the Cambridge IGCSEâ„¢ and O Level Sociology syllabuses (0495/2251) for examination from 2025. Answers are available to teachers via Cambridge GO.
Features
- Develops evaluative and analytical skills with global case studies on topics such as family and identity
- Varied activities, including group discussions and written tasks, encourage active learning and build research skills
- ‘Think like a sociologist’ feature enables students to apply new skills in a real-world context, particularly making connections with the world of work
- Key skills exercises at the end of each chapter help learners prepare for assessment by practising skills such as data analysis and essay writing
- Global case studies provide examples from different contexts and across a variety of cultures to help learners engage with key topics
- ‘Stretch and challenge’ feature suggests extra ideas to investigate and discuss, enabling a differentiated approach and supporting every learner
- Includes sample answers to essay writing questions for learners to evaluate and suggest how they would make improvements
- ‘Self-evaluation checklist’ feature encourages learners to work independently and assess their own progress
- Key term definitions and tips provide support throughout each chapter
- Practice questions at the end of each chapter help learners prepare for assessment
Contents
- How to use this series
- How to use this book
- Introduction
- Introduction to command words
- Unit 1 Research methods
- Unit 2 Identity: self and society
- Unit 3 Social stratification and inequality
- Unit 4 Family
- Unit 5 Education
- Unit 6 Crime, deviance and social control
- Preparing for Assessment
- Glossary
- Acknowledgements, Index.
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