Education: examinations and assessment Books

Book SynopsisExam Board: Edexcel, AQA, OCR & WJEC EduqasLevel: GCSE Grade 9-1Subject: English Language & LiteratureSuitable for the 2024 examsComplete coverage of the GCSE grade 9-1 courseRevision that Sticks! Collins GCSE Grade 9-1 English Language and Literature Revision Guide uses a revision method that really works: repeated practice throughout.This revision guide contains clear and concise revision notes for every topic covered in the curriculum, plus five practice opportunities to ensure the best results.Includes:quick tests to check understandingend-of-topic practice questionstopic review questions later in the bookmixed practice questions at the end of the bookfree Q&A flashcards to download onlinean ebook version of the revision guide

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Book SynopsisExam Board: Edexcel, AQA, OCR & WJEC EduqasLevel: GCSE Grade 9-1 FoundationSubject: MathsSuitable for the 2024 examsComplete coverage of the GCSE grade 9-1 courseRevision that Sticks! Collins GCSE 9-1 Maths Foundation Revision Guide uses a revision method that really works: repeated practice throughout.This revision guide contains clear and concise revision notes for every topic covered in the curriculum, plus five practice opportunities to ensure the best results.Includes:quick tests to check understandingend-of-topic practice questionstopic review questions later in the bookmixed practice questions at the end of the bookfree Q&A flashcards to download onlinean ebook version of the revision guide

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Book SynopsisExam Board: EdexcelLevel: GCSE Grade 9-1 FoundationSubject: MathsSuitable for the 2024 examsComplete coverage of the GCSE grade 9-1 courseRevision that Sticks! Collins Edexcel GCSE 9-1 Maths Foundation Revision Guide uses a revision method that really works: repeated practice throughout.This revision guide contains clear and concise revision notes for every topic covered in the curriculum, plus five practice opportunities to ensure the best results.Includes:quick tests to check understandingend-of-topic practice questionstopic review questions later in the bookmixed practice questions at the end of the bookfree Q&A flashcards to download onlinean ebook version of the revision guide

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Book SynopsisExam Board: EdexcelLevel: GCSE Grade 9-1 HigherSubject: MathsSuitable for the 2024 examsComplete coverage of the GCSE grade 9-1 courseRevision that Sticks! Collins Edexcel GCSE 9-1 Maths Higher Revision Guide uses a revision method that really works: repeated practice throughout.This revision guide contains clear and concise revision notes for every topic covered in the curriculum, plus five practice opportunities to ensure the best results.Includes:quick tests to check understandingend-of-topic practice questionstopic review questions later in the bookmixed practice questions at the end of the bookfree Q&A flashcards to download onlinean ebook version of the revision guide

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Book SynopsisExam Board: OCR GatewayLevel: GCSE Grade 9-1 FoundationSubject: Combined ScienceSuitable for the 2025 examsComplete revision and practice to fully prepare for the GCSE grade 9-1 examsRevision that Sticks! Collins OCR Gateway GCSE 9-1 Combined Science Foundation Complete All-in-One Revision and Practice uses a revision method that really works: repeated practice throughout.A revision guide, workbook and practice paper in one book!With clear and concise revision for every topic, plus seven practice opportunities, Collins offers the best revision at the best price.Includes:quick tests as you goend-of-topic practice questionstopic review questions later in the bookmixed practice questions at the end of the bookmore topic-by-topic practice in the workbooka complete exam-style paperfree Q&A flashcards to download onlinefree ebook versionTrade Review“Generally excellent. Attractive layout, clear and easy to access. There is necessary focus on exam skills, but presented in an interesting, step-by-step format.” Susan Stirrup, King’s Ely “I like the clear layout, especially the spacing of the questions – it is very accessible.” Fiona Hall, Sheringham High School “Colourful and informative.” Jane Hamilton, Alsager School

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Book SynopsisExam Board: AQA, Edexcel, OCR and WJEC EduqasLevel: GCSE 9-1Subject: Religious StudiesSuitable for the 2024 examsComplete revision and practice to fully prepare for the GCSE grade 9-1 examsRevision that Sticks! Collins GCSE 9-1 Religious Studies Complete All-in-One Revision and Practice uses a revision method that really works: repeated practice throughout.A revision guide, workbook and practice paper in one book!With clear and concise revision for every topic, plus seven practice opportunities, Collins offers the best revision at the best price.Includes:quick tests as you goend-of-topic practice questionstopic review questions later in the bookmixed practice questions at the end of the bookmore topic-by-topic practice in the workbooka complete exam-style paperfree Q&A flashcards to download onlinefree ebook versionTrade Review“Generally excellent. Attractive layout, clear and easy to access. There is necessary focus on exam skills, but presented in an interesting, step-by-step format.” Susan Stirrup, King’s Ely “I like the clear layout, especially the spacing of the questions – it is very accessible.” Fiona Hall, Sheringham High School “Colourful and informative.” Jane Hamilton, Alsager School

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Book SynopsisExam Board: SQALevel: National 5Subject: Business ManagementFirst Teaching: 2017, First Exam: 2018National 5 Business Management Revision Guide provides easy-to-use and value-for-money revision for all abilities and learning styles, including guidance on the National 5 course and assessments structure.Colourful double-page spreads aid both comprehensive and revision planningTopics are broken down into small, easily managed sections, complemented with lots of diagrams and illustrations to aid retentionQuick Tests and Top Tips help keep students focused on the exam's precise demandsRevision checklists help students to manage and track their progress in the lead up to the examA glossary presents all of the key terms and definitions essential for the examFormerly known as Leckie Success Guides the number one revision brand in Scotland.

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Book SynopsisExam Board: SQALevel: National 5Subject: Health & Food TechnologyFirst Teaching: 2017, First Exam: 2018National 5 Health & Food Technology Success Guide provides easy-to-use and value-for-money revision for all abilities and learning styles. Colourful double-page spreads aid both comprehensive and revision planning Topics are broken down into small, easily managed sections, complemented with lots of diagrams and illustrations to aid retention Quick Tests and Top Tips help keep students focused on the exam's precise demands Revision checklists help students to manage and track their progress in the lead up to the exam A glossary presents all of the key terms and definitions essential for the examGuidance on how the new National 5 course and assessments are structured is included. All the popular features of this tried and trusted series are retained in the new National 5 Guides.

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Book SynopsisExam Board: SQALevel: National 5Subject: MathsFirst Teaching: 2017, First Exam: 2018The National 5 Applications of Maths Student Book helps teachers and students map their route through the CfE programme, providing comprehensive and authoritative guidance for the course.Full coverage of National 5 course specifications with list of learning intentionsAttractive layout with clear text featuresKey questions highlight crucial concepts and techniques that need to be grasped by students in order to progress to the next learning intentionWhat the examiner/assessor is looking for to help teachers & students feel secureExam-style questions with worked answers and examiners commentary, self-assessmentStudent Books give a practical, supportive approach to help deliver the new curriculum and offer a blend of sound teaching and learning with assessment guidance.

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Book SynopsisExam Board: SQALevel: National 5Subject: ChemistryFirst Teaching: 2017, First Exam: 2018The National 5 Chemistry Student Book helps map your route through the CfE programme and provides comprehensive and authoritative guidance for the whole course. Full coverage of National 5 course specifications with list of learning intentions Attractive layout with clear text features Key questions highlight crucial concepts and techniques that need to be grasped by students in order to progress to the next learning intention What the examiner/assessor is looking for to help teachers & students feel secure Exam-style questions with worked answers and examiners commentary, self-assessment Keep your learning on track/Stretch yourself to encourage self evaluation and provide challenge for higher ability studentsStudent Books give a practical, supportive approach to help deliver the new curriculum and offer an appropriate blend of sound teaching and learning with exam and assessment guidance Active lea

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Book SynopsisExam Board: SQALevel: National 5Subject: PhysicsFirst Teaching: 2017, First Exam: 2018The National 5 Physics Student Book helps map your route through the CfE programme and provides comprehensive and authoritative guidance for the whole course. Full coverage of National 5 course specifications with list of learning intentions Attractive layout with clear text features Key questions highlight crucial concepts and techniques that need to be grasped by students in order to progress to the next learning intention What the examiner/assessor is looking for to help teachers & students feel secure Exam-style questions with worked answers and examiners commentary, self-assessment Keep your learning on track/Stretch yourself to encourage self evaluation and provide challenge for higher ability studentsStudent Books give a practical, supportive approach to help deliver the new curriculum and offer an appropriate blend of sound teaching and learning with exam and assessment guidance. Active learni

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Book SynopsisExam Board: AQALevel: GCSE Grade 9-1 FoundationSubject: MathsSuitable for the 2024 examsGet ready for the exams with test-style practice questionsExam-style test papers provide realistic practice to fully prepare for the GCSE 9-1 exam. 2 full sets of exam practice papers Realistic exam-style questions Detailed answers with a full mark scheme

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Book SynopsisExam Board: AQALevel: GCSESubject: MathsFirst Teaching: September 2015; First Exams: June 2017 Get ready for the 2019 exams using Collins AQA GCSE Grade 9-1 Maths Higher Practice Test Papers.

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Book SynopsisExam Board: AQALevel: GCSE Grade 9-1 HigherSubject: Combined ScienceSuitable for the 2024 examsGet ready for the exams with test-style practice questionsExam-style test papers provide realistic practice to fully prepare for the GCSE 9-1 exam. 2 full sets of exam practice papers Realistic exam-style questions Detailed answers with a full mark schemeThis book pairs brilliantly with the Collins Combined Science Trilogy Higher All-in-One Revision and Practice (9780008160869) for all your GCSE Grade 9-1 science revision needs!

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Book SynopsisExam Board: EdexcelLevel: GCSE Grade 9-1 HigherSubject: MathsSuitable for the 2024 examsGet ready for the exams with test-style practice questionsExam-style test papers provide realistic practice to fully prepare for the GCSE 9-1 exam.2 full sets of exam practice papersRealistic exam-style questionsDetailed answers with a full mark scheme

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Book SynopsisCollins GCSE Edexcel Maths Grade 1-3 Workbook provides targeted practice at to build confidence and skills for the Foundation GCSE exam. Develop fluency in key topics and the confidence to tackle multi-mark questions with supportive problem-solving questions and accessible practice.Exam Board: EdexcelLevel & Subject: GCSE MathsFirst teaching: September 2015 First exams: June 2017Written and reviewed by GCSE maths experts, this workbook is fully up to date for current GCSE Maths specificationsSupport lower attainers to build their confidence and skills to tackle the Foundation TierProvides levelled practice to build fluency and confidence in answering GCSE-style questionsTargets the key skills and topics that will have most impact for students working towards Grades 1-3, informed by the latest examiner reportsCarefully structured problem-solving questions develop AO2 and AO3 skillsBuilds familiarity with the key mathematical language students will need to understand for their examsHints

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Book SynopsisExam Board: AQALevel: GCSE 9-1Subject: BiologySuitable for the 2024 examsTargeted practice questions covering the GCSE grade 9-1 curriculumThis Collins AQA Biology GCSE 9-1 Workbook contains topic-based questions as well as a full practice paper and answers. With lots of realistic practice opportunities for a variety of different exam-style questions.With a workbook and practice exam paper in one book, it contains plenty of practice opportunities to ensure the best results.For even more practice QR codes link directly from the topics in the workbook to online worked solution videos.Includes: grading guidance on the page to indicate different levels selection of questions covering each topic topic-by-topic practice complete exam-style paper online video solutions for every topicTrade Review“Generally excellent. Attractive layout, clear and easy to access. There is necessary focus on exam skills, but presented in an interesting, step-by-step format.” Susan Stirrup, King’s Ely “I like the clear layout, especially the spacing of the questions – it is very accessible.” Fiona Hall, Sheringham High School “Colourful and informative.” Jane Hamilton, Alsager School

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Book SynopsisExam Board: WJEC EduqasLevel: GCSE 9-1Subject: EnglishSuitable for the 2024 examsTargeted practice questions covering the GCSE grade 9-1 curriculumThis Collins WJEC Eduqas English Language & Literature GCSE 9-1 Workbook contains topic-based questions as well as a full practice paper and answers, with lots of realistic practice opportunities.With a workbook and practice exam paper in one book, it contains plenty of practice opportunities to ensure the best results.Includes: selection of questions covering each topic topic-by-topic practice complete exam-style paper

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Book SynopsisLevel: KS2Subject: MathsSuitable for 2024 SATsRealistic SATs practice in bite-sized chunksAce your KS2 Maths Reasoning SAT with just 10 minutes of practice at a time.Getting ready for SATs? Try this book containing 14 short 10-minute practice tests to really prepare yourself for the reasoning papers. Get practising with short practice tests Know what to expect with tons of SATs-style questions Track your progress with the handy score chart Find the answers at the back no peeking!Previously published as Letts.

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Book SynopsisExam Board: EdexcelLevel: GCSE 9-1 HigherSubject: MathsSuitable for the 2025 examsIdeal GCSE grade 9-1 practice in handy revision cardsThree different revision card types Revise, Memorise and Test cover everything you need to revise and test for each topic. Practise in short bursts and mix up the cards to familiarise yourself with the topics and different question types. 100 topic-based GCSE revision cards How to Use cards include revision tips and games Revise cards provide a recap of the key facts you need to know for each topic Memorise cards include the most important terms, definitions and equations Test cards feature quick-fire questions to test your understanding and recallAlso available for Edexcel GCSE 9-1 Maths Foundation (9780008359744) and KS3 Maths (9780008399238)

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Book SynopsisExam Board: SQALevel: HigherSubject: Physical Education Two books in one! Combining a revision guide and a full set of practice test papers, this fantastic resource is all you need to revise for the exam.The revision guide Covers all of the topics in the CfE Higher Physical Education curriculum, broken down into manageable chunks for easy revision Clearly explains key concepts, research evidence and real-life applications Contains Quick Tests to let students check their knowledge and understanding as they go alongThe practice test papers Are in the format and the style of the SQA exam, giving students an opportunity to practice taking the Higher Physical Education examMarking instructions and sample answers are provided online, so students can check their progress.

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Book SynopsisLevel: KS2Subject: MathsSuitable for 2024 SATsTargeted SATs practice questions in the format of the paperThere's no better way to boost your child's confidence and make sure they're prepared for the 2024 SATs than with plenty of realistic practice! This amazing SATs practice resource from Collins includes two full sets of practice papers in the style of the actual KS2 Maths test, fully up-to-date for 2024.2 complete sets of KS2 Maths practice papersAnswers and guidance for marking included to help your kids with SATs MathsUp-to-date for the 2024 Key Stage 2 testsPairs perfectly with other books in the Collins KS2 SATs practice range for extra studyFor even more study and practice, try our KS2 Maths Reasoning SATs Question Book (9780008201630), Year 6 Maths Targeted Practice Workbook (9780008175498), or our KS2 SATs Maths Study Book (9780008112769) and Practice Workbook (9780008112783).

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Book SynopsisExam Board: GL AssessmentLevel & Subject: 11+ EnglishSuitable for the 2024 testsComplete revision and practice to fully prepare for the 11+ GL Assessment testAll you need to study for 11+ English in one place! Build confidence for success in the 11 Plus tests with comprehensive and realistic preparation, practice and tests in one book.Be ready for 11 plus success with this all-in-one complete revision and practice book: Clear and simple explanations and study notes cover each topic Methods explained to help improve answers Plenty of quick practice by topic builds confidence and stamina Full 11+ test-style practice papers match the layout and content of the 11 Plus Tests set by GL Answers included for easy reference Free ebook included

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Book SynopsisExam Board: GL AssessmentLevel & Subject: 11+ MathsSuitable for the 2024 testsComplete revision and practice to fully prepare for the 11+ GL Assessment testAll you need to study for 11+ Maths in one place! Build confidence for success in the 11 Plus tests with comprehensive and realistic preparation, practice and tests in one book.Be ready for 11 plus success with this all-in-one complete revision and practice book: Clear and simple explanations and study notes cover each topic Methods explained to help improve answers Plenty of quick practice by topic builds confidence and stamina Full 11+ test-style practice papers match the layout and content of the 11 Plus Tests set by GL Answers included for easy reference Free ebook included

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Book SynopsisExam Board: AQALevel: GCSE Grade 9-1Subject: English LiteratureSuitable for the 2025 examsTargeted practice questions covering your GCSE grade 9-1 set textOur Romeo and Juliet AQA GCSE Grade 9-1 workbook has everything you need to put your skills to the test and score top marks on your AQA GCSE 9-1 English Literature exam!Prepare for your exam in a snap with this new GCSE Grade 9-1 Snap Revision Romeo and Juliet Workbook from Collins. Full of questions on language, structure, themes and context in a clear and easy-to-use format with answers included you'll get plenty of practice. With exam-style questions you can plan and write your essay responses to be completely prepared for your AQA exam. Perfect to use alongside the GCSE Grade 9-1 Romeo and Juliet Snap Revision Guide (9780008247072) for all the key information you need to practise and pass.

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Book SynopsisWork through practice questions on every topic of the National 5 Maths curriculum, then test your understanding with mixed exam question practice.Master even the trickiest of topics by practising tons of questionsCheck your understanding by reviewing the example answers which contain workings-outBuild your confidence with the Mixed Exam Question Practice section, to prepare for the type and level of questions you can expect in the SQA National 5 Maths examUnderstand how your exam will be marked with detailed answers to all of the questionsLearn how to approach different types of question with hints and tipsAll answers can be found online at https://collins.co.uk/pages/scottish-curriculum-free-resourcesCan be used at school or at home for revision, homework, independent study or exam practice.For more resources to help you do your very best, why not try Leckie's National 5 Maths Complete Revision & Practice (9780008435325).

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Book SynopsisWork through practice questions on every topic of the National 5 Biology curriculum, then test your understanding with mixed exam question practice.Master even the trickiest of topics by practising tons of questionsCheck your understanding by reviewing the example answers which contain workings-outBuild your confidence with the Mixed Exam Question Practice section, to prepare for the type and level of questions you can expect in the SQA National 5 Biology examUnderstand how your exam will be marked with detailed answers to all of the questionsLearn how to approach different types of question with hints and tipsAll answers can be found online at https://collins.co.uk/pages/scottish-curriculum-free-resourcesCan be used at school or at home for revision, homework, independent study or exam practice.For more resources to help you do your very best, why not try Leckie's National 5 Biology Complete Revision & Practice (9780008435349).

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Book SynopsisWork through practice questions on every topic of the National 5 Chemistry curriculum, then test your understanding with mixed exam question practice.Master even the trickiest of topics by practising tons of questionsCheck your understanding by reviewing the example answers which contain workings-outBuild your confidence with the Mixed Exam Question Practice section, to prepare for the type and level of questions you can expect in the SQA National 5 Chemistry examUnderstand how your exam will be marked with detailed answers to all of the questionsLearn how to approach different types of question with hints and tipsAll answers can be found online at https://collins.co.uk/pages/scottish-curriculum-free-resourcesCan be used at school or at home for revision, homework, independent study or exam practice.For more resources to help you do your very best, why not try Leckie's National 5 Chemistry Complete Revision & Practice (9780008435356).

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Book SynopsisLevel: KS2Subject: English Grammar, Punctuation and SpellingSuitable for 2024 SATsAce your KS2 English Grammar, Punctuation and Spelling SAT! Everything you need in one book.When it comes to getting the best results, practice really does make perfect!Matched to the National Curriculum, this Collins KS2 English Grammar, Punctuation and Spelling SATs Study and Practice Book contains clear and accessible explanations of every topic with lots of practice opportunities throughout. Using five spaced practice opportunities and a repeated practice method that is proven to work, this book helps to improve English SATs performance. Practice questions are organised into three levels of increasing difficulty to start, then they're mixed at the end of the book for varied revision, support children to catch-up and perform well in school.Children can record their own results in their progress chart too, supporting awareness and boosting confidence. Easy-to-use answers and a full glossary are also inc

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Book SynopsisExam Board: EdexcelLevel: GCSE Grade 9-1Subject: MathsSuitable for the 2024 examsComplete coverage of the GCSE grade 9-1 coursePublished in partnership with White Rose Maths this GCSE revision guide uses the White Rose Maths approach to build confidence, deepen understanding and provide plenty of practice opportunities. Use this guide for full revision support in each topic and see that everyone can do maths! Revisit and embed key facts for each topic Strengthen knowledge with worked examples and commentary Secure conceptual understanding with models and visual representations Build confidence and fluency with plenty of practice exam-style questions Improve problem-solving skills with challenging questions

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Book SynopsisExam Board: AQALevel: GCSE 9-1Subject: PsychologySuitable for the 2025 examsTargeted practice questions covering the GCSE grade 9-1 curriculumThis Collins AQA Psychology GCSE 9-1 Workbook contains topic-based questions as well as a full practice paper and answers, with lots of realistic practice opportunities.With a workbook and practice exam paper in one book, it contains plenty of practice opportunities to ensure the best results.For even more practice QR codes link directly from the topics in the workbook to online worked solution videos.Includes: selection of questions covering each topic topic-by-topic practice complete exam-style paper online video solutions for every topicTrade Review“Generally excellent. Attractive layout, clear and easy to access. There is necessary focus on exam skills, but presented in an interesting, step-by-step format.” Susan Stirrup, King’s Ely “I like the clear layout, especially the spacing of the questions – it is very accessible.” Fiona Hall, Sheringham High School “Colourful and informative.” Jane Hamilton, Alsager School

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Book SynopsisExam Board: AQALevel: GCSE Grade 9-1Subject: Combined Science HigherSuitable for the 2025 examsShortlisted for the Teach Secondary Assessment Award 2024Get the edge in your GCSE Combined Science Higher exams by mastering the full range of exam questions. Understand precisely what the examiner is looking for and how to craft your answer.This exam practice workbook takes you through all the different question types in AQA GCSE Combined Science Higher, breaking them down, step by step, to show what you need to do to gain full marks. QR codes link to videos to provide extra support when you need it. Then it's practise, practise, practise with plenty of exam questions organised by question type and topic to hone your exam technique.Developed with teachers and exam expertsPerfect for practising active recallCommand words fully explainedModel answers and partial worked examplesGraded exam practice questionsTiming guidanceMaths and practical skills highlightedAnswers and guidance for self-mark

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"The most comprehensive book ever on Advanced Placement, the most powerful educational tool in the country. . . . [Finn and Scanlan] add so much to a subject crucial to the future of high schools."---Jay Mathews, Washington Post"Both a history and full-throated defense of the Advanced Placement program."---Jason L. Riley, Wall Street Journal"A fascinating read. . . . Engaging and well researched."---W. S. Miner, Choice

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Book SynopsisFocuses on the full range of needs of infants and toddlers up to 36 months of age and provides a framework for improving program quality. ITERS-3 assesses both environmental provisions and teacher-child interactions that affect the broad developmental milestones of infants and toddlers.

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Book SynopsisSystemic Racism and Educational Measurement provides a theoretical and historical reckoning with racism and oppression produced through educational measurement and research methodology. As scholars and professionals in the testing, measurement, and assessment of human learning and performance work to exorcise race sciences, white supremacy, and other injustices from the field's research and practice, new insights are needed into their root causes. This book is the first to posit that the theory of the White Racial Frame was and continues to be applied to the foundations, process, dissemination, and use of educational measurement, leading to instruments, findings, and decisions that perpetuate the racialized social structure of our nation. Even among well-meaning stakeholders who aim to improve humanity and address inequities, the White Racial Frame shapes the field's research questions, the methods utilized, the data valued, the interpretations made, and the language used tTable of ContentsPrefaceAcknowledgementsKey Terms and DefinitionsIntroductionPart I: Race, Racism, and the White Racial FrameChapter 1: The Origins of RaceChapter 2: Molding Race in the United StatesChapter 3: The Systemic Structure of RacismChapter 4: The White Racial FramePart II: The White Racial Frame and the Development of Educational MeasurementChapter 5: Heredity and Family TraitsChapter 6: The Birth of Tests of Mental AbilityChapter 7: The Rise of Educational Testing and Test BiasChapter 8: The Rise of Statistics in Educational MeasurementChapter 9: Educational Measurement as Apparatus for Systemic RacismSection III: Alternate Lenses for Educational MeasurementChapter 10: Critical TheoryChapter 11: Critical Race Theory and QuantCritChapter 12: Intersectionality TheoryChapter 13: Educational Measurement and the Pursuit of Racial JusticeChapter 14: Forging a Path Toward Anti-Racism in Educational MeasurementIndex

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Book SynopsisThis second edition of Student Affairs Assessment: Theory to Practice provides updated content that reflects current student affairs assessment practice and signals the direction in which the field is headed.Chapters feature foundational concepts of assessment design, outcomes, and data collection methods while also addressing current topics in student affairs assessment such as the prevalence of data analytics through higher education and equity-centered assessment. In addition, this volume further broadens the scope of the assessment process by highlighting the impact of culturally responsive ethics and Indigenous paradigms. Ultimately, this book provides student affairs staff with the grounding they need to integrate assessment into how they design and monitor the programs, services, and activities they create to contribute to students' development.A useful reference for implementing assessment of co-curricular programs and services, this book is an excellentTrade Review“Student Affairs Assessment: Theory to Practice is one of a handful of new publications directed specifically at student affairs practitioners and graduate students who seek to study assessment. As the title indicates, this is a comprehensive text that includes topics not always covered in similar texts, including the history of assessment in student affairs, the importance of epistemology or ‘ways of knowing’ when it comes to thinking about assessment, the politics of assessment, and the uses of technology in practice. Henning and Roberts’ text would be ideal for course instruction as it covers theory to practice and could be taught in the order best suited for the class. Course instructors may choose to create assignments tethered to key points and discussion questions provided by the authors.” -- Teachers College Record“If my graduate program curriculum had included an assessment course, I would have liked for this new book from Henning and Roberts to be the text. And as I prepare to introduce a position dedicated to assessment and storytelling into my Student Affairs portfolio in the coming months, I’ll certainly purchase this book as a resource for our staff. Accessible to assessment newcomers and useful for seasoned professionals, Student Affairs Assessment: Theory to Practice belongs in Student Affairs libraries everywhere.”-- John Austin, Executive Director, Student Affairs, Ryerson University"Rigor in implementing assessment is emphasized throughout this volume. Rigor also characterizes the book’s contents, which are particularly thorough in explaining why and how to do assessment and how to use results to improve programs and services. The authors make unique contributions in chapters on epistemology, politics, closing the loop, and ethics."-- Trudy W. Banta, Professor of Higher Education and Senior Advisor to the Chancellor, Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis"This comprehensive primer on student affairs based assessment is a welcome and valuable contribution to the profession. This is the best kind of example of connecting theory and practice, all for the benefit of our students. In many ways student affairs has led the academy in implementing true assessment of student learning and this work enables higher education to make even stronger progress on this critically important work.”-- Mike Segawa, Dean of Students, University of Puget Sound"Henning and Roberts bring their superb scholar-practitioner orientations to this informed, accessible, and comprehensive approach to assessment. Their experience shines with practical examples embedded in solid research methodologies. Built from now-classic documents in student affairs, both graduate students and those coming into student affairs work new to assessment will find this book foundation to their professional practice."-- Susan R. Komives, professor emerita, Student Affairs Graduate Program, University of Maryland and past president of both ACPA and CAS“If tasked to spearhead assessment with little support, this single resource might be what saves you. Whether new to assessment or interested in bolstering your grasp of assessment, you will find that this isn’t simply a textbook on assessment but rather a comprehensive review of the context, methods, and implications of assessment. Important chapters on the history and mechanics of assessment are balanced by often missing discussions of political realities and implications associated with assessment activities. This is a thorough handbook for everyone in student affairs.”-- Dean L. Bresciani, President, North Dakota State University and Professor of Human Development and Education"The timely update to this standard, much read, and oft-cited book which is routinely used in student affairs focused graduate programs reinforces the role of assessment as a key practice for student affairs professionals. Operationalizing assessment within a specific context and dynamically changing environment, this updated edition offers invaluable insights to advance both the philosophy and practice of student affairs within the context of today’s students and educational realities. Building from the foundation provided by the first edition of this seminal text in student affairs assessment, the second edition provides a research-oriented, comprehensive overview that is both insightful and process oriented to provide strategic direction to new and seasoned assessment professionals alike. With coverage of elements such as equity, ethics, politics, methods, paradigms, and culture, Henning and Roberts remain secured in their position as the go-to resource for student affairs assessment."--Natasha Jankowski, PhD, Higher Education Consultant"As enrollments decline, resources become increasingly scarce, and expectations for graduates increase, student affairs educators simply must become the most skilled professionals at data-informed practice at our campuses. It’s not enough to know you’re doing important work for students—you have to prove it and then improve it. This is the book I wish I had back when I was teaching these concepts in student preparation programs, and this is the book I now want to see worn and used on the desks of student affairs educators at my campuses." -- John L. Hoffman, PhD, President, Bemidji State University and Northwest Technical College"Brilliant, practical, and timely. Never has it been more important to provide data informed practices for assessing students outside of the classroom. Henning and Roberts have provided a comprehensive approach to guide this critical work."--Charles Lloyd, EdD, President, White Mountains Community College"This is a must-have reference for faculty, students, and professionals (new and seasoned) who need a complete and contemporary reference for conducting high-quality, ethical, equity-based assessment. If you are looking for one book that covers design to analysis to reporting, Student Affairs Assessment: Theory to Practice (2nd Edition) is the text you need."-- J. Patrick Biddix, PhD, Jimmy and Ileen Cheek Endowed Professor of Higher Education, The University of Tennessee, Knoxville"This book is a must-read for any student affairs practitioners seeking to engage in assessment work that translates across the institution in meaningful ways. Drs. Henning and Roberts walk practitioners through the steps, grounding the work in theory, and subsequently empowering student affairs professionals to engage in university learning and development outcomes dialogue that will support institutional transformation."--Marilee Ludvik, PhD, Associate Provost and Director of Institutional Effectiveness, Loyola University ChicagoTable of Contents1. Assessment in Student Affairs—Setting the Stage 2. Paradigms and Assessment 3. The Assessment Process—The Big Picture 4. Types of Assessment 5. Outcomes—Building Blocks for Assessment 6. Quantitative Designs 7. Qualitative Designs 8. Planning and Designing Assessment Projects 9. Survey Design 10. Interviews, Focus Groups, and Talking Circles 11. Additional Assessment Methods 12. Quantitative Analysis and Statistical Overview 13. Qualitative Analysis for Assessment 14. Data Analytics and Assessment 15. Sharing Assessment Results 16. Using Assessment Results—Closing the Loop 17. Integrating Equity into Student Affairs Assessment Practice 18. Assessment Ethics 19. Politics in Assessment 20. Cultivating and Sustaining a Culture of Assessment 21. The Future—Where Are We Headed?

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Book SynopsisTo meet the challenge of closing the gap between academic research and industry practice, we need a step change in how the business school and the business scholar engages with business. This book presents best practice in the methods of broadening successful academicbusiness engagement on a major scale. It presents concrete recommendations for setting programmes, creating incentives and structuring recruitment that will transform effective academicbusiness engagement.Most universities claim to have significant links with industry and the professions, but, in reality, only a limited number of business scholars are engaged with industry. A focus on impact' presents an additional potential trap, confusing promotion of research and tactical tips and tricks, with genuine engagement. This book explores the increasing number of new and innovative partnerships and collaborative activities, and looks at how academics can adapt to and leverage these new opportunities. It focuses on th

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Book SynopsisThis accessible guide shows just how straightforward it can be to create excellent classroom assessment for formative or summative purposes, giving you confidence in your assessment practices.It clearly sets out the principles underpinning all good educational assessment and translates them into a series of clear practical steps. These can be put into practice in a wide range of classroom contexts to fit the purposes of every teacher. Written by two assessment specialists with decades of experience in the UK and internationally, this readable and well-structured text encourages teachers to examine assumptions and challenge the use of assessment that is not fit for purpose. Including summaries of key ideas, questions and key takeaways, chapters cover: The purposes of educational assessment Understanding what you want to assess How to get the evidence you need Assessment design The outcomes of assessment and providing feedback Designed to inspire and support busy teachers and teachers in training across both primary and secondary phases, this book is a valuable resource for creating the kinds of assessment that will benefit learners in the ways that all good assessment should.

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Book SynopsisWhen numbers become people, learners thrive Waves of dataindigestible, dehumanized, and disaggregatedare crashing into the education system every day, driving you to distraction. But imagine a world where you're not being drowned by data, but inspired by it; where that data has a FACE and gives you focused information on how to reach every student. Sharratt and Fullan turn worldwide research into a road map for school leaders to use ongoing assessment to inform instruction and drive equity at the classroom, school, district, and state levels. Inside you will find A fresh look at data to incorporate new learning Updated case studies, figures, and vignettes Insights from more than 500 educators in answering the 3 research questions: Why do we put FACES on data? How do we put FACES on data? and What are the top three leadership skills needed to do this work? An integrated approach to using the 14 Parameters to enhance Deep Learning and critical thinking Tools for committing to equity and excellence FACES is about setting up the conditions for success in every classroom: identifying the right factors, at the right time, with the right resources. Its focus on student-centered data will help you: Increase learners' growth and achievement improve engagement that results in students, teacher and leader empowerment build cultures of learning drive a learning environment of continuous improvement Trade ReviewA superb book. Full to the brim of practical, workable ideas. Sharratt and Fullan exude love and compassion for all students everywhere, reinforcing that they all deserve the best educational experience, irrespective of circumstance or context. It also reminds us to look at faces first, data second, in the pursuit of achievement for all. Powerful and persuasive, this book speaks directly to the importance of focusing on global education now more than ever. -- Alma Harris * University of Swansea *A rich tapestry weaving together data, student identity, and informed professional judgement. Sharratt and Fullan have provided a context for the use of student data to move from an aspiration that all children can learn to an accountable set of actions to ensure that all means all. Putting faces on the data requires knowing the whole learner, including their identity, community, and lived experience. -- Cathy Montreuil * Department of Education and Early Child Development *Unlocking the capacity of each student remains the essential work of all teachers and leaders. This new edition expertly provides an elaborated and contemporary focus on how to enhance school performance through identifying and understanding the abilities, passions, and potential of our next generation of innovators and problem solvers. -- Jim Watterston * The University of Melbourne *Sharratt and Fullan’s 2012 work was a catalyst for progress in Queensland public education, leading us out of a "teacher-led / data-driven" binary into a new era characterised by deep understanding of our student and community needs, grounded in evidence. New perspectives in this edition reflect contemporary research and case studies, updated parameters, and provocations around emerging global challenges. -- Sharon Schimming * Department of Education Queensland *A book starts with blank pages, has within it a lovely apparition and a sense of beauty waiting to be imprinted so that potential readers can then make interpretations about what they see. There is no immaculate perception when interpreting data, but there are multiple meanings tied to beautiful faces. Sharratt and Fullan paint the pictures, sculpt the beauty of the meaning of data, and dive deeply into the interpretations and implications. A work of art, indeed. -- John Hattie * University of Melbourne *This is our forever work. -- Gerard Mowbray * Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle *My journey as a school and system leader has run parallel to the 10 years of Putting Faces on the Data. As a school leader, it helped me learn that the only way you lift outcomes – whether for a class or a school – is child by child. This ensures that we have a line of sight to what each child and school needs to improve student outcomes. Thank you from every child who has been ‘given a face’ in a class, school, and system across the world. -- Leanne Nixon * School Performance North *This book changed the way our system views data and how collectively a shared understanding of data literacy brings accountability to the forefront. There is no system improvement without ′Putting Faces on the Data′! -- Kate O′Brien * Education and Research Sydney Catholic Schools *It is great to have a 10th anniversary edition of FACES! This book changed the way we understood how to promote improvement in our work with teachers and leaders in Chile. It taught us what to look for in the process of learning, what data is relevant to collect, and how leaders become learners with their teachers. FACES taught us that focus for collaboration and professional learning is all about putting each student’s achievements at the center of our conversations! -- Isidora Recart * Fundación Educacional Arauco *In this fast-paced world, work that is relevant ten years after its first edition speaks to its durability. Each part of this book can be found in the work we do – I see data walls and I hear conversations about assessment and how it drives instruction. This book guides our work with practical examples, clear explanations, and guidance. Thank you to Lyn and Michael for continuing to make Putting FACES on the Data relevant and valuable to all educators! -- Elaine Lochhead * Seine Rover School Division *Lyn Sharratt and Michael Fullan clearly articulate the complexity of change and the necessity to understand the 13 parameters by providing an insightful resource using case studies to provide an indisputable pathway to system improvement. This is a must read for every system leader, school leader, and teacher leader. Their work has been pivotal in my work as a system change leader in both Manitoba and Alberta and is even more important coming out of a global pandemic. -- Michael Borgfjord * Pembina Hills School Division *This powerful book provides the missing links between intention and action. Educators want to see every student succeed in learning and in life. The challenge is to reform the system to deliver on broader and deeper goals while also engaging each student on a pathway to their "best possible, most richly imagined future." This book is a beacon of hope that honours the work of all teachers and leaders by making sense of the improvement journey in classrooms, schools, and systems. -- Mary Jean Gallagher * Ontario Ministry of Education *Table of ContentsForeword Preface Chapter 1: Information Glut to Well-Known FACES Chapter 2: The Power of Putting FACES on the Data Chapter 3: Making It Work in Practice - Assessment Literacy Chapter 4: Making It Work in Practice - Instruction Chapter 5: Leaderhsip - Individualizing for Improvement Chapter 6: Ownership - Of All the Faces Epilogue

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Book SynopsisTransform your grading and assessment practices into powerful tools for student successWhen we implement a grading system that prioritizes completion and compliance and penalizes students who take risks, wedisruptthe learning journeynot further it. It's time to align how we grade with what we know from research works best and help move learning forward for all students.Grading Visible Learnersprovides educators with practical solutions for improving grading approaches, actions, and practices as well as concrete tools and strategies teachers and collaborative teams can adapt and use in their classrooms and schools right away. Inside you'll find Traits to promote in students so they can drive their own learning Examples of grading and feedback actions that foster assessment capability in students Tools, templates, and work samples to help you improve your grading practices Guidance on how to promote goal-setting as well as help teachers and students view grades as feedback rather than an ending point in the learning journey Multiple ways for students to show growth and progress In this hands-on guidebook,you will discover how to best impact learning and ensure that grading serves as a constructive tool and conduit to maximizing impact on student learning rather than a hindrance to student success.

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Book SynopsisYour complete certification guide on the path to Oracle Java SE The Oracle Java SE Certification track now consists of three levels Associate (OCA), Professional (OCP), and Master (OCM).Table of ContentsOCA: Oracle Certified Associate Java SE 8 Programmer I Study Guide: Exam 1Z0-808 Introduction xxi Assessment Test xxxi Chapter 1 Java Building Blocks 1 Understanding the Java Class Structure 2 Fields and Methods 2 Comments 4 Classes vs. Files 5 Writing a main() Method 6 Understanding Package Declarations and Imports 9 Wildcards 10 Redundant Imports 11 Naming Conflicts 12 Creating a New Package 13 Code Formatting on the Exam 16 Creating Objects 16 Constructors 17 Reading and Writing Object Fields 18 Instance Initializer Blocks 18 Order of Initialization 19 Distinguishing Between Object References and Primitives 20 Primitive Types 20 Reference Types 24 Key Differences 25 Declaring and Initializing Variables 25 Declaring Multiple Variables 26 Identifiers 27 Understanding Default Initialization of Variables 29 Local Variables 29 Instance and Class Variables 30 Understanding Variable Scope 31 Ordering Elements in a Class 34 Destroying Objects 36 Garbage Collection 36 finalize() 38 Benefits of Java 39 Summary 40 Exam Essentials 41 Review Questions 42 Chapter 2 Operators and Statements 51 Understanding Java Operators 52 Working with Binary Arithmetic Operators 53 Arithmetic Operators 53 Numeric Promotion 55 Working with Unary Operators 57 Logical Complement and Negation Operators 57 Increment and Decrement Operators 58 Using Additional Binary Operators 60 Assignment Operators 60 Compound Assignment Operators 62 Relational Operators 63 Logical Operators 64 Equality Operators 65 Understanding Java Statements 66 The if-then Statement 67 The if-then-else Statement 68 The switch Statement 72 The while Statement 76 The do-while Statement 78 The for Statement 80 Understanding Advanced Flow Control 86 Nested Loops 87 Adding Optional Labels 87 The break Statement 88 The continue Statement 90 Summary 92 Exam Essentials 92 Review Questions 94 Chapter 3 Core Java APIs 101 Creating and Manipulating Strings 102 Concatenation 102 Immutability 104 The String Pool 105 Important String Methods 105 Method Chaining 110 Using the StringBuilder Class 111 Mutability and Chaining 112 Creating a StringBuilder 113 Important StringBuilder Methods 114 StringBuilder vs. StringBuffer 117 Understanding Equality 117 Understanding Java Arrays 119 Creating an Array of Primitives 119 Creating an Array with Reference Variables 121 Using an Array 123 Sorting 124 Searching 125 Varargs 126 Multidimensional Arrays 126 Understanding an ArrayList 129 Creating an ArrayList 129 Using an ArrayList 130 Wrapper Classes 134 Autoboxing 136 Converting Between array and List 136 Sorting 138 Working with Dates and Times 138 Creating Dates and Times 138 Manipulating Dates and Times 142 Working with Periods 145 Formatting Dates and Times 148 Parsing Dates and Times 151 Summary 151 Exam Essentials 152 Review Questions 153 Chapter 4 Methods and Encapsulation 165 Designing Methods 166 Optional Specifiers 168 Return Type 169 Method Name 170 Parameter List 171 Optional Exception List 171 Method Body 171 Working with Varargs 172 Applying Access Modifiers 173 Private Access 173 Default (Package Private) Access 175 Protected Access 176 Public Access 180 Designing Static Methods and Fields 181 Calling a Static Variable or Method 182 Static vs. Instance 183 Static Variables 185 Static Initialization 186 Static Imports 187 Passing Data Among Methods 188 Overloading Methods 191 Creating Constructors 196 Default Constructor 197 Overloading Constructors 199 Final Fields 202 Order of Initialization 202 Encapsulating Data 205 Creating Immutable Classes 207 Writing Simple Lambdas 208 Lambda Example 209 Lambda Syntax 211 Predicates 214 Summary 215 Exam Essentials 216 Review Questions 218 Chapter 5 Class Design 233 Introducing Class Inheritance 234 Extending a Class 235 Applying Class Access Modifiers 237 Creating Java Objects 237 Defining Constructors 238 Calling Inherited Class Members 244 Inheriting Methods 246 Inheriting Variables 257 Creating Abstract Classes 259 Defining an Abstract Class 260 Creating a Concrete Class 262 Extending an Abstract Class 263 Implementing Interfaces 266 Defining an Interface 267 Inheriting an Interface 269 Interface Variables 273 Default Interface Methods 274 Static Interface Methods 278 Understanding Polymorphism 279 Object vs. Reference 281 Casting Objects 282 Virtual Methods 284 Polymorphic Parameters 285 Polymorphism and Method Overriding 287 Summary 288 Exam Essentials 289 Review Questions 291 Chapter 6 Exceptions 299 Understanding Exceptions 300 The Role of Exceptions 300 Understanding Exception Types 302 Throwing an Exception 304 Using a try Statement 305 Adding a finally Block 307 Catching Various Types of Exceptions 309 Throwing a Second Exception 311 Recognizing Common Exception Types 313 Runtime Exceptions 314 Checked Exceptions 317 Errors 317 Calling Methods That Throw Exceptions 318 Subclasses 319 Printing an Exception 321 Summary 323 Exam Essentials 324 Review Questions 325 Appendix A Answers to Review Questions 333 Chapter 1: Java Building Blocks 334 Chapter 2: Operators and Statements 336 Chapter 3: Core Java APIs 339 Chapter 4: Methods and Encapsulation 342 Chapter 5: Class Design 346 Chapter 6: Exceptions 349 Appendix B Study Tips 353 Studying for the Test 354 Creating a Study Plan 354 Creating and Running Sample Applications 355 Taking the Test 359 Understanding the Question 359 Applying Process of Elimination 362 Optimizing Your Time 364 Getting a Good Night’s Rest 366 Index 367 OCP: Oracle Certified Professional Java SE 8 Programmer II Study Guide: Exam 1Z0-809 Introduction xix Assessment Test xxxviii Chapter 1 Advanced Class Design 1 Reviewing OCA Concepts 2 Access Modifiers 2 Overloading and Overriding 4 Abstract Classes 5 Static and Final 6 Imports 6 Using instance of 7 Understanding Virtual Method Invocation 9 Annotating Overridden Methods 11 Coding equals, hashCode, and toString 13 toString 13 equals 15 hashCode 18 Working with Enums 20 Using Enums in Switch Statements 21 Adding Constructors, Fields, and Methods 22 Creating Nested Classes 24 Member Inner Classes 25 Local Inner Classes 27 Anonymous Inner Classes 29 Static Nested Classes 31 Summary 33 Exam Essentials 34 Review Questions 36 Chapter 2 Design Patterns and Principles 47 Designing an Interface 48 Purpose of an Interface 51 Introducing Functional Programming 52 Defining a Functional Interface 53 Implementing Functional Interfaces with Lambdas 55 Applying the Predicate Interface 60 Implementing Polymorphism 61 Distinguishing between an Object and a Reference 63 Casting Object References 64 Understanding Design Principles 66 Encapsulating Data 66 Creating JavaBeans 69 Applying the Is]a Relationship 71 Applying the Has]a Relationship 73 Composing Objects 74 Working with Design Patterns 75 Applying the Singleton Pattern 76 Creating Immutable Objects 82 Using the Builder Pattern 86 Creating Objects with the Factory Pattern 89 Summary 93 Exam Essentials 93 Review Questions 95 Chapter 3 Generics and Collections 103 Reviewing OCA Collections 104 Array and ArrayList 104 Searching and Sorting 105 Wrapper Classes and Autoboxing 106 The Diamond Operator 107 Working with Generics 108 Generic Classes 109 Generic Interfaces 112 Generic Methods 114 Interacting with Legacy Code 114 Bounds 117 Putting It All Together 122 Using Lists, Sets, Maps, and Queues 124 Common Collections Methods 125 Using the List Interface 127 Using the Set Interface 132 Using the Queue Interface 134 Map 138 Comparing Collection Types 140 Comparator vs. Comparable 143 Comparable 143 Comparator 146 Searching and Sorting 150 Additions in Java 8 152 Using Method References 152 Removing Conditionally 154 Updating All Elements 155 Looping through a Collection 155 Using New Java 8 Map APIs 155 Summary 159 Exam Essentials 161 Review Questions 162 Chapter 4 Functional Programming 171 Using Variables in Lambdas 172 Working with Built-In Functional Interfaces 173 Implementing Supplier 174 Implementing Consumer and BiConsumer 175 Implementing Predicate and BiPredicate 177 Implementing Function and BiFunction 178 Implementing UnaryOperator and BinaryOperator 180 Checking Functional Interfaces 181 Returning an Optional 182 Using Streams 185 Creating Stream Sources 188 Using Common Terminal Operations 189 Using Common Intermediate Operations 196 Putting Together the Pipeline 200 Printing a Stream 204 Working with Primitives 205 Creating Primitive Streams 205 Using Optional with Primitive Streams 208 Summarizing Statistics 210 Learning the Functional Interfaces for Primitives 210 Working with Advanced Stream Pipeline Concepts 213 Linking Streams to the Underlying Data 213 Chaining Optionals 214 Collecting Results 217 Summary 223 Exam Essentials 224 Review Questions 226 Chapter 5 Dates, Strings, and Localization 233 Working with Dates and Times 234 Creating Dates and Times 235 Manipulating Dates and Times 241 Working with Periods 244 Working with Durations 247 Accounting for Daylight Savings Time 251 Reviewing the String class 253 Adding Internationalization and Localization 255 Picking a Locale 256 Using a Resource Bundle 258 Formatting Numbers 267 Formatting Dates and Times 270 Summary 273 Exam Essentials 274 Review Questions 276 Chapter 6 Exceptions and Assertions 283 Reviewing Exceptions 284 Exceptions Terminology 284 Categories of Exceptions 285 Exceptions on the OCP 286 Try Statement 288 Throw vs. Throws 289 Creating Custom Exceptions 289 Using Multi-catch 291 Using Try-With-Resources 296 Try-With-Resources Basics 298 AutoCloseable 300 Suppressed Exceptions 302 Putting It Together 305 Rethrowing Exceptions 305 Working with Assertions 308 The assert Statement 308 Enabling Assertions 309 Using Assertions 310 Summary 314 Exam Essentials 315 Review Questions 316 Chapter 7 Concurrency 325 Introducing Threads 327 Distinguishing Thread Types 328 Understanding Thread Concurrency 328 Introducing Runnable 330 Creating a Thread 331 Polling with Sleep 334 Creating Threads with the ExecutorService 335 Introducing the Single-Thread Executor 335 Shutting Down a Thread Executor 337 Submitting Tasks 338 Waiting for Results 340 Scheduling Tasks 345 Increasing Concurrency with Pools 348 Synchronizing Data Access 350 Protecting Data with Atomic Classes 352 Improving Access with Synchronized Blocks 354 Synchronizing Methods 356 Understanding the Cost of Synchronization 357 Using Concurrent Collections 358 Introducing Concurrent Collections 358 Understanding Memory Consistency Errors 359 Working with Concurrent Classes 360 Obtaining Synchronized Collections 365 Working with Parallel Streams 366 Creating Parallel Streams 366 Processing Tasks in Parallel 367 Processing Parallel Reductions 372 Managing Concurrent Processes 377 Creating a CyclicBarrier 377 Applying the Fork/Join Framework 381 Identifying Threading Problems 387 Understanding Liveness 387 Managing Race Conditions 391 Summary 392 Exam Essentials 393 Review Questions 394 Chapter 8 IO 405 Understanding Files and Directories 406 Conceptualizing the File System 406 Introducing the File Class 407 Introducing Streams 411 Stream Fundamentals 411 Stream Nomenclature 412 Common Stream Operations 418 Working with Streams 420 The FileInputStream and FileOutputStream Classes 420 The FileReader and FileWriter classes 424 The ObjectInputStream and ObjectOutputStream Classes 426 The PrintStream and PrintWriter Classes 432 Review of Stream Classes 435 Interacting with Users 437 The Old Way 437 The New Way 438 Summary 442 Exam Essentials 443 Review Questions 445 Chapter 9 NIO.2 453 Introducing NIO.2 454 Introducing Path 455 Creating Paths 456 Interacting with Paths and Files 460 Providing Optional Arguments 461 Using Path Objects 462 Interacting with Files 471 Understanding File Attributes 478 Discovering Basic File Attributes 478 Improving Access with Views 483 Presenting the New Stream Methods 487 Conceptualizing Directory Walking 487 Walking a Directory 488 Searching a Directory 490 Listing Directory Contents 491 Printing File Contents 492 Comparing Legacy File and NIO.2 Methods 494 Summary 495 Exam Essentials 495 Review Questions 497 Chapter 10 JDBC 505 Introducing Relational Databases and SQL 507 Identifying the Structure of a Relational Database 508 Writing Basic SQL Statements 510 Introducing the Interfaces of JDBC 511 Connecting to a Database 513 Building a JDBC URL 513 Getting a Database Connection 515 Obtaining a Statement 518 Choosing a ResultSet Type 519 Choosing a ResultSet Concurrency Mode 520 Executing a Statement 520 Getting Data from a ResultSet 524 Reading a ResultSet 524 Getting Data for a Column 526 Scrolling ResultSet 529 Closing Database Resources 533 Dealing with Exceptions 535 Summary 536 Exam Essentials 537 Review Questions 539 Appendix A Answers to Review Questions 547 Chapter 1: Advanced Class Design 548 Chapter 2: Design Patterns and Principles 550 Chapter 3: Generics and Collections 553 Chapter 4: Functional Programming 556 Chapter 5: Dates, Strings, and Localization 558 Chapter 6: Exceptions and Assertions 560 Chapter 7: Concurrency 561 Chapter 8: IO 565 Chapter 9: NIO.2 568 Chapter 10: JDBC 571 Appendix B Study Tips 575 Studying for the Test 576 Creating a Study Plan 576 Comparing Previous Exams 578 Creating and Running Sample Applications 579 Taking the Test 582 Understanding the Question 582 Taking Advantage of the Exam Software 587 Using the Provided Writing Material 587 Choosing the Best Answer 590 Optimizing Your Time 591 Getting a Good Night’s Rest 593 Appendix C Upgrading from Java 6 or Earlier 595 Enhancing the Java Language 596 Using the Diamond Operator 596 Creating Literals 597 Making Decisions with Switch 598 Formatting and Parsing 603 Using DecimalFormat Flags 603 Using DateFormat 603 Formatting 604 Parsing 605 Custom Date Formats 606 Applying Locks 607 Understanding the Lock Framework 607 Using a ReentrantLock 610 Understanding Read/Write Locks 614 Using a ReentrantReadWriteLock 615 Working with Directories 617 Traversing Directories 618 Monitoring a Directory for Changes 625 Summary 633 Exam Essentials 633 Review Questions 635 Answers to Practice Test 645 Index 649

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Book SynopsisTable of Contents1 Introduction 1 I. What is the GMAT™ Official Advanced Questions? 3 II. Who should use the GMAT™ Official Advanced Questions? 3 III. How should I use the GMAT™ Official Advanced Questions? 3 2 Quantitative Reasoning 5 Practice Questions 6 Answer Key 42 Answer Explanations 46 a. Problem Solving 46 i. Counting/Sets/Series 46 ii. Equalities/Inequalities/Algebra 54 iii. Geometry 64 iv. Rates/Ratio/Percent 70 v. Value/Order/Factors 76 b. Data Sufficiency 84 i. Counting/Sets/Series 84 ii. Equalities/Inequalities/Algebra 92 iii. Geometry 108 iv. Rates/Ratio/Percent 122 v. Value/Order/Factors 128 3 Verbal Reasoning 141 Practice Questions 142 Answer Key 198 Answer Explanations 202 a. Reading Comprehension 202 b. Critical Reasoning 234 i. Analysis/Critique 234 ii. Construction/Plan 260 c. Sentence Correction 282 i. Communication 282 ii. Grammar 302 Appendix Answer Sheet 315 GMAT™ Official Advanced Questions Online Index 321

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