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Collins A Level Sociology

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Cover of AQA A Level Sociology Student Book 2

Exam Board: AQA
Level & Subject: A level Sociology
First teaching: September 2015
Next exams: June 2023

AQA approved

This fourth edition of Collins’ respected AQA A-level Sociology series is updated for the 2015 AQA Sociology specifications. Covering the second year of the A level course, it will help students master the knowledge and skills they need to excel in their study and engage with contemporary society.

This textbook has been revised by our team of expert authors, who are practising sociologists, teachers and HE experts. It includes full coverage of Crime and Deviance with Theory and Methods; Beliefs in Society; Global Development; The Media; and Stratification and Differentiation. Tried and tested content works alongside new features to ensure that students:

  • Understand essential theories and perspectives with up-to-date explanations and key concepts defined on the page
  • Engage with the latest research with in-depth explorations of new and classic research studies and accompanying questions
  • Develop proficiency in critical analysis with up-to-date case studies and questions focused on analysis and evaluation
  • Acquire strong research skills with practical tasks that actively involve students in the research process
  • Reflect and evaluate with prompt questions integrated into the explanation
  • Assess progress and apply learning with extensive practice questions for every Topic, including both short answer and extended writing

Cover of Sociology AS for AQA
This new edition builds on the strengths that made Sociology AS for AQA the most popular student book on the subject at this level. Tailored to the AQA specification, this edition has been fully updated by the best-selling author team to provide even better support for AS Sociology students, from starting the subject to preparing for exam success. Chapter 1: Introduction to Sociology Chapter 2: Culture and Identity Chapter 3: Families and households Chapter 4: Wealth, poverty and welfare Chapter 5: Sociological methods Chapter 6: Education Chapter 7: Health Chapter 8: Preparing for the AS exam

Cover of Sociology A2 for OCR

The ideal follow-on from the highly popular Sociology for AS-level, this stimulating textbook has been written by practising teachers and examiners with the specific needs of A2 students in mind.

Tailored to the requirements of the current OCR specification with input from senior examiners, this current edition supports the student - and the teacher - at every step, from starting the subject to preparing for exam success!

  • The fullest coverage of OCR modules at exactly the right depth - covering all the content and skills you need
  • The most accessible text from the leader author team - ideal for those new to the subject
  • The most student-friendly design with full-colour photographs, topic maps and visual features - bringing the subject to life
  • The most support for learning and teaching with photocopiable support and answer guides for every topic - giving you the best chance of success

Cover of Sociology AS for OCR
Endorsed by OCR, this popular textbook has been extensively revised to cover the full OCR AS specification. Now in full-colour, the book provides a fresh, interactive approach that is both visually appealing and accessible to all students. Written by a team of experienced authors the book is supported with a Resource Pack for teachers. The book is divided into the following units: / The Individual and Society / Family / Media / Religion / Youth and Culture / Sociological Research Skills / Preparing for the OCR AS exam Each unit is divided into a number of topics, organised in a consistent and easy-to-follow format. Each topic contains text to develop knowledge, but also equal amounts of activities and suggestions for research to develop the skills required for success at AS-level.

Cover of Sociology AS and A2 Assessment Pack

This brand new photocopiable resource will help students achieve the best grade they possibly can. Its unique combination of exam-style questions and activities will improve examination technique and enable students to understand exactly what the examiners are looking for.

  • A bank of exam-style questions for every AQA topic at AS and A2
  • Each question broken down into its key elements
  • Self and peer assessment checklists allow students to evaluate answers and identify key areas for improvement
  • Mark schemes provided for each question
  • Sample student answers for each question with examiner comments

Chapters

1. Culture and identity
2. Families and households
3. Wealth, welfare and poverty
4. Education
5. Health
6. Beliefs in society
7. Global development
8. The mass media
9. Power and politics
10. Crime and deviance