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Details on planes like the German Stuka, the American Dauntless, the Japanese Aichi D3A1 "Val," the Soviet PE-2, and numerous others Riveting accounts of aerial combat Includes maps, diagrams, tables, and photos For many, it is a dive bomber that conjures the most dramatic, quintessential image of World War II: a screaming German Stuka hurtling toward the ground as part of the frightening blitzkrieg that opened the war. In this illustrated history of Allied and Axis dive bombers, Peter C. Smith traces these formidable aircraft from the earliest experiment, through the planes' first operation, to their emergence as devastatingly effective tools of aerial warfare in World War II.

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This interactive workbook covers all the physiological and pharmacological aspects of pain and pain control. Each topic such as the central nervous system the human experience of pain and pain management is concisely covered in nine separate sessions. The workbook includes activities assignments worked examples self-assessment questions relating to learning objectives and learner profiles to assess current knowledge. The style is clear with diagrams personal profiles resources and areas to make your own notes. It is a companion to the text listed below and is a valuable tool for initial training and professional development.

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Exam Board: EdexcelLevel: AS/A-levelSubject: EconomicsFirst Teaching: September 2015First Exam: June 2016Develop your students' knowledge of themes 1 and 2 of the Edexcel specification and put theory into context with focused case studies and practice activities.Maximise their potential in Edexcel A level Economics A with this Edexcel-endorsed textbook, which includes topic-by-topic guidance from Peter Smith:- Keep your students' up to date with the rapidly changing world: new exciting case studies will help them analyse and evaluate- Build their quantitative skills with worked examples and practice activities throughout the book- Ensure they can explain key economic concepts and issues accurately and effectively:learn the key terms throughout the text and in the theme-by-theme glossaries- Feel confident in their exam skills: put what they learn into practice with activities and practice questionsContentsTheme 1 Introduction to markets and market failure- Chapter 1 The nature of economics- Chapter 2 The nature of demand - Chapter 3 The nature of supply - Chapter 4 How markets work: price determination - Chapter 5 How markets work: the price mechanism in action- Chapter 6 Market failure and externalities- Chapter 7 Market failure: public goods and information gaps- Chapter 8 Government intervention and government failureTheme 1 key termsTheme 1 practice questions Theme 2 The UK economy - performance and policies- Chapter 9 Measures of economic performance: economic growth- Chapter 10 Measures of economic performance: inflation, unemployment and the balance of payments- Chapter 11 Aggregate demand- Chapter 12 Aggregate supply- Chapter 13 National income and macroeconomic equilibrium- Chapter 14 Economic growth- Chapter 15 Macroeconomic policy objectives- Chapter 16 Macroeconomic policiesTheme 2 key termsTheme 2 practice questionsIndex

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For Peter Smith, the assignment from Minnesota Public Radio was simple: try to do something about Minnesota. So he began exploring the simple, everyday Minnesota things he came across and sharing them with listeners each Tuesday morning. The result is a hilarious, often wry, and always remarkable portrait of everyday life in the Land of 10,000 Lakes that will resonate with Minnesotans from the state's biggest cities to its smallest towns.A Porch Sofa Almanac is the first collection of Smith's essays for MPR-stories that keep close to the ground and reflect on the common experiences of being a Minnesotan. Small-town football, stacks of Hudson Bay blankets in an antique store, ice fishing, and even those soggy gloves that emerge from melting snowbanks each spring. Following the calendar year, Smith's reflections are the perfect season-by-season companion for that chair by the fireplace, a bench by the campfire, a seat on the bus or train-or, of course, a porch sofa.A Porch Sofa Almanac ultimately casts Minnesota in a wholly unique light. As Smith writes, "The entire state comes across as some wonderful, slightly quirky treasure unearthed at a church basement rummage sale." Much loved-perhaps a little rough around the edges-and absolutely ready to be shared.

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Exam Board: EdexcelLevel: AS/A-levelSubject: EconomicsFirst Teaching: September 2015First Exam: June 2017Develop your students' knowledge of themes 3 and 4 of the Edexcel specification and put theory into context with focused case studies and practice activities.Maximise their potential in Edexcel A level Economics A with this Edexcel-endorsed textbook, which includes topic-by-topic guidance from Peter Smith:- Keep your students' up to date with the rapidly changing world: new exciting case studies will help them analyse and evaluate- Build their quantitative skills with worked examples and practice activities throughout the book- Ensure they can explain key economic concepts and issues accurately and effectively:learn the key terms throughout the text and in the theme-by-theme glossaries- Feel confident in their exam skills: put what they learn into practice with activities and practice questions

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Exam 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

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Combining a wide range of drug-free therapeutic approaches, this book is a step-by-step guide to Peter Smith's unique, 100% natural sleep solution. It:· Explains how sleep 'works' and the physical and psychological causes of insomnia.· Offers practical advice about how to practice good sleep behaviours and switch on relaxation responses within the nervous system, including the revolutionary concept of 'virtual darkness'.· Gives tips on getting the right dietary supplements for a good night's sleep and creating the right sleeping environment.· Advises 'night owls' 'early birds' and 'free runners' about how to reset problematic sleep cycles.· Provides guidelines for preventing jetlag. 'Sleep Better with Natural Therapies' combines psychological treatments, such as CBT, with physiological ones, such as adjusting the biological clock, and demonstrates that it is possible to retrain the mind and change your learned associations with sleep in just a matter of weeks. This is vital reading for anyone struggling with insomnia, problems with sleep cycles, or the effects of jet lag and will be of interest to complementary health practitioners and mental health professionals.

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With 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.

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Oxford Brookes University Boat Club has risen from obscurity to being acclaimed as probably the best rowing club in the world, winning no less than 13 titles at Henley Royal Regatta in the last two years. With a historical overview and photographs, this book lifts the lid on how the inspirational coaches have taken Brookes to the very top of rowing

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Written by a well-known author in the field of Baha'i studies, this is a comprehensive and accessible encyclopedia to the youngest of the world religions. Regarded as the second most widespread faith after Christianity, with adherents in almost every country around the globe, the Baha'i faith is nevertheless unfamiliar to many. here Dr Smith traces the origins and development of the religion from 19th century Iran to the modern day, introducing its central figures and major historical events. combining breadth with a readable yet concise style, he provides a balanced overview of Baha'i scriptures, doctrines and practices, social teachings and organization. This reference work presents a clear and knowledgeable view of a fascinating new religion.

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"A fascinating litany of the mistakes that can happen when buyers get it wrong" - Luke Johnson, The Sunday Times"Packed full with amazing examples' Jeremy Vine, BBC Radio 2"Colossal, costly disasters could be averted if those holding the purse strings read this book. - The TimesIn this hilarious, fascinating and insightful expose, industry insider Peter Smith reveals the massive blunders and dodgy dealings taking place around the world as private companies and public sector bodies buy goods and services. A recent report showed that over 90% of procurement projects fail. So, why are so many billions wasted on ineptitude, mismanagement and, in some cases, fraud? By turns an entertaining account of some of the worst procurement scams in history and also a resounding lesson in how not to operate, Bad Buying offers clear and practical advice on how to avoid embarrassing mistakes, minimise needless waste and make sound, strategic procurement decisions on your next initiative.'Had this been published pre-Covid, some of the recent f*ck-ups and waste might have been avoided. It's a must read for the public and private sector alike' Lt-Gen. Sir Andrew Gregory, SSAFA: The Armed Forces Charity 'Hilarious, enlightening and brilliant....This book will make you think twice about buying anything - but do buy this' Antonio Weiss, bestselling author of 101 Business Ideas That Will Change the Way you Work, and Director, The PSC

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Now in paperback. A gently humorous take on the Tour de France with endearing illustrations by Bob Graham and a clever rhyming text by his brother-in-law.

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Exam Board: OCRLevel: A-levelSubject: EconomicsFirst Teaching: September 2015First Exam: June 2017This textbook has been fully revised 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 senior lecturer in Economics and editor of Economic Review- Demonstrate awareness of current issues in economics and build analytical and evaluative skills with brand 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 book

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Deepen your understanding of quantum physics and expanded states of awareness with Quantum Consciousness, an enlightening guide that helps you pull science and spirituality closer together. This book blends quantum physics, expanded states of awareness, and human consciousness to help the reader expand their personal universe and discover new realms

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Only 1000 copies of People of the Eland were printed in 1976. It was neither reissued nor reprinted. It has become one of the rarest and most expensive of all books on the African past. One of the things that most disturbed Patricia Vinnicombe while she was working at the Rock Art Research Institute at Wits in the early 2000s was that students could not access her book. As in many libraries, Wits University locks People of the Eland away in its rare and valuable book section. In 2002, Pat started to explore the possibility of republication. But, she did not feel that the book could be reissued without adding additional sections to explain how knowledge had expanded in the decades since the publication of the book. Tragically, Pat died in March 2003 before she could start work on the new sections. Peter Mitchell and Ben Smith have taken up this challenge and brought together the leading scholars in the field to write new sections to explain both how knowledge has changed since the publication of People of the Eland, and how current research is still influenced by this landmark volume. The Eland's People is thus intended as a companion volume to People of the Eland and it is hoped that this new volume will provide a richer appreciation of the importance of Pat's original work, as well as allowing readers an overview of current understandings of Drakensberg rock art.

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Mathematical concepts and theories underpin much of the physical sciences and engineering. Yet maths is a subject that many students find challenging, and even intimidating - despite it being so central to their field of study. Mathematical Techniques provides a complete course in mathematics, covering all the essential topics with which a physical sciences or engineering student should be familiar. By breaking the subject into small, modular chapters, the book introduces and builds on concepts in a progressive, carefully-layered way - always with an emphasis on how to use the power of maths to best effect, rather than on theoretical proofs of the maths presented. With a huge array of end of chapter problems, and new self-check questions, the fourth edition of Mathematical Techniques provides extensive opportunities for students to build their confidence in the best way possible: by using the maths for themselves. Online Resource Centre The Online Resource Centre features the following materials for all users of the book: · Figures from the book in electronic format, ready to download · A downloadable solutions manual, featuring worked solutions to all end of chapter problems · Mathematica-based programs, relating to the Projects featured at the end of the book

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Designed to be used alongside AQA GCSE Religious Studies B (9-1) Catholic Christianity with Islam and Judaism Student Book, this write-in workbook offers targeted support for lower-attaining students: Carefully designed activities help to reinforce and embed core content A focus on the learning of key terms and sources of wisdom and authority, with linked activities that build up to exam practice questions Includes key terms glossaries for you to fill-in and revise from An exam practice chapter with sample answers, scaffolded activities and practice questions Online answers and marks schemes This workbook covers Catholic Christianity for Paper 1 Authored by exam board and SENCO specialists, so you can be assured that content is accurate and pitched at the right level, these Foundation workbooks allow students to take an active approach to getting to grips with the demands of the 2016 GCSE specification.

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Designed to be used alongside AQA GCSE Religious Studies B (9-1) Catholic Christianity with Islam and Judaism Student Book, this write-in Foundation workbook offers targeted support for lower-attaining students: Carefully designed activities help to reinforce and embed core content A focus on the learning of key terms and sources of wisdom and authority, with linked activities that build up to exam practice questions Includes key terms glossaries for you to fill-in and revise from An exam practice chapter with sample answers, scaffolded activities and practice questions Online answers and marks schemes This workbook covers Judaism and Themes for Paper 2 Authored by exam board and SENCO specialists, so you can be assured that content is accurate and pitched at the right level, these Foundation workbooks allow students to take an active approach to getting to grips with the demands of the 2016 GCSE specification.

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Building on the Oxford AQA GCSE Religious Studies Student Books, this Revision Guide offers a structured approach to revising. 1. RECAP: key content from the Student Book is condensed and re-presented in simple visual styles to make content memorable and help retention. 2. APPLY: students actively apply the content they have just revised to build the knowledge and evaluative skills needed for the exams. 3. REVIEW: regular opportunities to practice exam questions and review answers direct students to pinpoint any areas of weakness in knowledge or skills, identifying where they'll need to concentrate their efforts for further revision. This Revision Guide is ideal for students combining Christianity and Buddhism. With all the essential content condensed and made memorable, and plenty of exam practice, tips and annotated sample answers, students can feel confidently prepared.

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Modern Latin America is a vivid interpretive history an authoritative text in the field. Featuring stimulating, anecdotal boxes, the book uses case studies to discuss the primary countries and themes of the region over the past 200 years. For each country, Peter H. Smith, and James N. Green continue the impeccable scholarship of Thomas Skidmore, who passed away in 2016. They examine such central themes as the Iberian-New World interaction, racial prejudices and policy, military developments, and U.S. interventionism in Latin America.

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International comparison of health system performance has become increasingly popular, made possible by the rapidly expanding availability of health data. It has become one of the most important levers for prompting health system reform. Yet, as the demand for transparency and accountability in healthcare increases, so too does the need to compare data from different health systems both accurately and meaningfully. This timely and authoritative book offers an important summary of the current developments in health system performance comparison. It summarises the current state of efforts to compare systems, and identifies and explores the practical and conceptual challenges that occur. It discusses data and methodological challenges, as well as broader issues such as the interface between evidence and practice. The book draws out the priorities for future work on performance comparison, in the development of data sources and measurement instruments, analytic methodology, and assessment of evidence on performance. It concludes by presenting the key lessons and future priorities, and in doing so offers a rich source of material for policy-makers, their analytic advisors, international agencies, academics and students of health systems.

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Procurement with Purpose describes a growing and powerful movement – how organisations can use the money they spend with suppliers to help address wider environmental, social and economic issues. That is not just about emissions and climate change, but includes how to address issues such as biodiversity and habitat loss, plastics and waste, modern slavery, inequality and discrimination, and more. That organisational ‘buying power’ is now being used to drive change across the business and political world. With case studies from leading organisations, insightful analysis of ‘business purpose’ concepts and practical guidance on implementing these ideas through the procurement and contracting cycle, Procurement with Purpose is a fascinating and valuable resource for anyone interested in how organisations can help protect and nurture this planet and its people.

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- Revised synoptic links to aid thinking across A-level topics- Knowledge-check questions to test students' understanding and grow their confidence- Refreshed real-world case studies on up-to-date topics with follow-up questions to build knowledge- New practice questions to develop important assessment skills, with answers available online- New examples, statistics and information in context

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Endorsed by Cambridge International to support the full syllabus for examination from 2023.Build strong subject knowledge and skills and an international outlook with author guidance and in-depth coverage of the revised Cambridge International AS & A Level Economics syllabus (9708).- Understand how the key concepts relate to real-life contexts with numerous case studies and examples from economies around the world.- Build confidence with opportunities to check understanding and tackle exam-style questions.- Ensure a thorough understanding with synoptic links that encourage students to apply their knowledge across different elements of the course.- Master the vocabulary needed to critically assess with key terms and concepts defined throughout, especially helpful for those whose first language is not English.- Develop quantitative skills with opportunities to interpret data throughout.- Maximise potential with study tips in each chapter that cover tricky concepts and provide advice on how to apply skills.

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Please note this title is suitable for any student studying: Exam Board: AQA A Level: GCSE Subject: Religious Studies First teaching: September 2016 First exams: June 2018 This Student Book has been approved by AQA. This textbook offers a tried and tested approach from a team of experienced authors to cover the study of Christianity, and thematic studies from the perspective of Christianity. Each chapter sets clear objectives and topic summaries, helping students understand what they need to know. Case studies provide a real-life story or perspective, showing Christianity as it is practised today, and offering contemporary ethical issues for debate. It includes a range of activity types and study tips to develop understanding. Assessment guidance runs throughout the book, offering revision checklists, practice questions and sample answer activities to support the new question types.

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Please note this title is suitable for any student studying: Exam Board: AQA Level: GCSE Subject: Religious Studies First teaching: September 2016 First exams: June 2018 This Student Book has been approved by AQA. This textbook offers a tried and trusted approach from an experienced author team to cover the study of Judaism, and thematic studies from the perspective of Judaism. Each chapter sets clear objectives and topic summaries, helping students understand what they need to know. Case studies provide a real-life story or perspective, showing Judaism as it is practised today, and offering contemporary ethical issues for debate. The book includes a range of activity types and study tips to develop understanding. Assessment guidance runs throughout the book, offering revision checklists, practice questions and sample answer activities to support the new question types.

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Please note this title is suitable for any student studying: Exam Board: Cambridge Level and subject: IGCSE & O Level History First teaching: 2022 First exams: 2024 Complete support for Option B '20th Century History' and all Depth Studies in the latest Cambridge IGCSE & O Level History syllabuses. Written by subject and assessment experts, our resources enable your students to develop and apply crucial historical skills with extensive source material and stimulating discussion topics. The Student Book thoroughly prepares students for high-stakes assessment with key points, revision tips and review questions, whilst providing clear curriculum support.

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Building on the Oxford AQA GCSE Religious Studies Student Books, this Revision Guide offers a structured approach to revising. 1. RECAP: key content from the Student Book is condensed and re-presented in simple visual styles to make content memorable and help retention. 2. APPLY: students actively apply the content they have just revised to build the knowledge and evaluative skills needed for the exams. 3. REVIEW: regular opportunities to practice exam questions and review answers direct students to pinpoint any areas of weakness in knowledge or skills, identifying where they'll need to concentrate their efforts for further revision. This Revision Guide is ideal for students combining Christianity and Hinduism. With all the essential content condensed and made memorable, and plenty of exam practice, tips and annotated sample answers, students can feel confidently and prepared.

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Building on the Oxford AQA GCSE Religious Studies Student Books, this Revision Guide offers a structured approach to revising. 1. RECAP: key content from the Student Book is condensed and re-presented in simple visual styles to make content memorable and help retention. 2. APPLY: students actively apply the content they have just revised to build the knowledge and evaluative skills needed for the exams. 3. REVIEW: regular opportunities to practice exam questions and review answers direct students to pinpoint any areas of weakness in knowledge or skills, identifying where they'll need to concentrate their efforts for further revision. This Revision Guide is ideal for students combining Christianity and Sikhism. With all the essential content condensed and made memorable, and plenty of exam practice, tips and annotated sample answers, students can feel confidently prepared.

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Building on the Oxford AQA GCSE Religious Studies Student Books, this Revision Guide offers a structured approach to revising. 1. RECAP: key content from the Student Book is condensed and re-presented in simple visual styles to make content memorable and help retention. 2. APPLY: students actively apply the content they have just revised to build the knowledge and evaluative skills needed for the exams. 3. REVIEW: regular opportunities to practice exam questions and review answers direct students to pinpoint any areas of weakness in knowledge or skills, identifying where they'll need to concentrate their efforts for further revision. This Revision Guide is ideal for students combining Christianity and Islam. With all the essential content condensed and made memorable, and plenty of exam practice, tips and annotated sample answers, students can feel confidently prepared.

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Please note this title is suitable for any student studying: Exam Board: AQA Level: GCSE Subject: Religious Studies First teaching: September 2016 First exams: June 2018 This Student Book has been approved by AQA. This textbook offers a tried and trusted approach to cover the study of Islam, and thematic studies from the perspective of Islam. Each chapter sets clear objectives and topic summaries, helping students understand what they need to know. Case studies provide a real-life story or perspective, showing Islam as it is practised today, and offering contemporary ethical issues for debate. The book includes a range of activity types and study tips to develop understanding. Assessment guidance runs throughout the book, offering revision checklists, practice questions and sample answer activities to support the new question types.

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Please note this title is suitable for any student studying: Exam Board: AQA Level: GCSE Subject: Religious Studies First teaching: September 2016 First exams: June 2018 This Student Book has been approved by AQA. This textbook offers a tried and trusted approach to cover the study of Sikhism, and thematic studies from the perspective of Sikhism. Each chapter sets clear objectives and topic summaries, helping students understand what they need to know. Case studies provide a real-life story or perspective, showing Sikhism as it is practised today, and offering contemporary ethical issues for debate. The book includes a range of activity types and study tips to develop understanding. Assessment guidance runs throughout the book, offering revision checklists, practice questions and sample answer activities to support the new question types.

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