Books published by Hodder Education

Exam Board: OCRLevel: A-levelSubject: PEFirst Teaching: September 2016First Exam: June 2017Inspire, motivate and give confidence to your students with OCR PE for A Level Book 1. This reliable and accessible textbook will offer your students comprehensive support for both the academic and practical elements of the course.We are working in collaboration with OCR to produce this Student's Book- Key questions to direct thinking and help students focus on the key points- Diagrams to aid understanding- Summaries to aid revision and help students access the main points - Extension questions, stimulus material and suggestions for further reading to stretch, challenge and encourage independent thinking and a deeper understanding - Definition of key terms - again to aid and consolidate understanding of technical vocabulary and concepts- Activities to build conceptual understanding and sound knowledge and understanding, analysis, evaluation and application skills

Exam Board: OCRLevel: A-LevelSubject: BiologyFirst Teaching: September 2015First Exam: Summer 2016With My Revision Notes: OCR A Level Biology A you can:- Manage your own revision with step-by-step support from experienced teacher and examiner Frank Sochacki- Apply biological terms accurately with the help of definitions and key words- Plan and pace your revision with the revision planner- Test understanding with questions throughout the book- Get exam ready with last minute quick quizzes available on the Hodder Education website

Exam Board: AQALevel: AS/A-levelSubject: SociologyFirst Teaching: September 2016First Exam: June 2017Build students' understanding with this concept-driven approach to the 2015 AQA A-level Sociology specification, written by a team of leading subject authors and approved by AQA.- Develop the knowledge required to master Year 2 topics with clear and accessible content coverage- Build confidence in the evaluative skills needed to assess sociological theories and research- Strengthen learning and revision with a wealth of practice and extension questions and activities

Exam Board: AQA, Edexcel, OCR & WJECLevel: A-levelSubject: HistoryFirst Teaching: September 2015First Exam: June 2016Give your students the best chance of success with this tried and tested series, combining in-depth analysis, engaging narrative and accessibility. Access to History is the most popular, trusted and wide-ranging series for A-level History students.This title:- Supports the content and assessment requirements of the 2015 A-level History specifications- Contains authoritative and engaging content- Includes thought-provoking key debates that examine the opposing views and approaches of historians- Provides exam-style questions and guidance for each relevant specification to help students understand how to apply what they have learntThis title is suitable for a variety of courses including:- Edexcel: Ireland and the Union c.1774-1923- OCR: Britain and Ireland 1791-1921

Exam Board: AQA, Edexcel, OCR & WJECLevel: A-levelSubject: HistoryFirst Teaching: September 2015First Exam: June 2016Give your students the best chance of success with this tried and tested series, combining in-depth analysis, engaging narrative and accessibility. Access to History is the most popular, trusted and wide-ranging series for A-level History students.This title:- Supports the content and assessment requirements of the 2015 A-level History specifications- Contains authoritative and engaging content- Includes thought-provoking key debates that examine the opposing views and approaches of historians- Provides exam-style questions and guidance for each relevant specification to help students understand how to apply what they have learntThis title is suitable for a variety of courses including:- OCR: Rebellion and Disorder under the Tudors 1485-1603

Exam Board: OCRLevel: A-levelSubject: BiologyFirst Teaching: September 2015First Exam: June 2016Encourage students to learn independently and build on their knowledge with this textbook that leads students seamlessly from basic biological concepts to more complicated theories.- Develop experimental, analytical and evaluation skills with activities that introduce the practicals required by OCR and other experimental investigations in Biology- Provide assessment guidance with synoptic questions and multiple choice questions throughout the book, and revision tips and skills all in one chapter- Strengthen understanding of key concepts with contemporary and engaging examples, illustrated with accessible diagrams and images- Give students the opportunity to apply their knowledge and understanding of all aspects of practical work with Test Yourself Questions and Exam Practice Questions- Offer detailed guidance and examples of method with a dedicated 'Maths in Biology' chapter and mathematical support throughout- Develop understanding with free online access to answers, an extended glossary, learning outcomes and topic summaries

Exam Board: AQALevel: GCSESubject: ScienceFirst Teaching: September 2016First Exam: June 2018AQA ApprovedBuild your students' scientific thinking, analysis and evaluation with this textbook that leads them seamlessly from basic concepts to more complicated theories, with topical examples, practical activities and mathematical support throughout.- Developed specifically for the 2016 AQA GCSE Combined Science Trilogy specification.-Builds experimental, analytical and evaluation skills with activities that introduce the 16 required practicals, along with extra Working Scientifically tasks for broader learning-Provides plenty of opportunity for students to apply their knowledge and understanding with Test Yourself questions, Show You Can challenges, Chapter review questions and synoptic practice questions-Supports Foundation and Higher tier students in one book, with Higher tier-only content clearly marked.This book covers the topics in Biology Paper 1, Chemistry Paper 1, Physics Paper 1, Biology Paper 2, Chemistry Paper 2 and Physics Paper 2FREE GCSE SCIENCE TEACHER GUIDESThese will be provided for free via our website. To request your free copies please email science@hodder.co.uk

Exam Board: MYPLevel: IBSubject: EnglishFirst Teaching: September 2016First Exam: June 2017Develop your skills to become an inquiring learner; ensure you navigate the MYP framework with confidence using a concept-driven and assessment-focused approach to English presented in global contexts.- Develop conceptual understanding with key MYP concepts and related concepts at the heart of each chapter.- Learn by asking questions with a statement of inquiry in each chapter. - Prepare for every aspect of assessment using support and tasks designed by experienced educators.- Understand how to extend your learning through research projects and interdisciplinary opportunities.

Exam Board: IBLevel: MYPSubject: EnglishFirst Teaching: September 2016First Exam: June 2017Develop your skills to become an inquiring learner; ensure you navigate the MYP framework with confidence using a concept-driven and assessment-focused approach to Language and Literature presented in global contexts.- Develop conceptual understanding with key MYP concepts and related concepts at the heart of each chapter.- Learn by asking questions with a statement of inquiry in each chapter. - Prepare for every aspect of assessment using support and tasks designed by experienced educators.- Understand how to extend your learning through research projects and interdisciplinary opportunities.

Exam Board: IBLevel: MYPSubject: ScienceFirst Teaching: September 2016First Exam: June 2017Develop your skills to become an inquiring learner; ensure you navigate the MYP framework with confidence using a concept-driven and assessment-focused approach to Sciences presented in global contexts.- Develop conceptual understanding with key MYP concepts and related concepts at the heart of each chapter.- Learn by asking questions with a statement of inquiry in each chapter. - Prepare for every aspect of assessment using support and tasks designed by experienced educators.- Understand how to extend your learning through research projects and interdisciplinary opportunities.Contents list1 Where are we now and where are we going? 2 How do we map matter?3 Who are we? 4 How can we find out? 5 How does our planet work?6 How do we respond to our world?

Exam Board: CambridgeLevel: KS4Subject: Digital MediaFirst Teaching: September 2016First Exam: June 2018Support your teaching of the new Cambridge Technicals 2016 suite with Cambridge Technical Level 3 Digital Media, developed in partnership between OCR and Hodder Education; this textbook covers each specialist pathway and ensures your ability to deliver a flexible course that is both vocationally focused and academically thorough.Cambridge Technical Level 3 Digital Media is matched exactly to the new specification and follows specialist pathways in digital content for interactive media, and moving image and audio production.- Ensures effective teaching of each specialist pathway offered within the qualification.- Focuses learning on the skills, knowledge and understanding demanded from employers and universities.- Provides ideas and exercises for the application of practical skills and knowledge.- Developed in partnership between Hodder Education and OCR, guaranteeing quality resources which match the specification perfectly

Exam Board: SQALevel: S1-S3Subject: EnglishFirst Teaching: September 2013First Exam: June 2014This book brings together the essential close reading skills needed by students taking part in the Broad General Education, Levels 3-4 (in S1 to S3).Split into two parts, the first section uses examples, models and active-learning tasks to teach key concepts of reading for understanding, analysis and evaluation. The second section provides 15 practice assessments, based on a variety of fiction and non-fiction texts, which become progressively more challenging. As well as allowing learners to demonstrate BGE reading skills, this section serves as a useful precursor to the style of assessment encountered later on at National levels.This book will help students to:- develop their close reading abilities- understand the distinction between key ideas and supporting details- analyse writers' language and style via a broad range of sample texts.

Exam Board: WJECLevel: GCSESubject: ChemistryFirst Teaching: September 2016First Exam: June 2018Welsh edition.Expand and challenge your students' knowledge and understanding of Chemistry with this textbook that guides students through each topic within the new curriculum; produced by a trusted author team and the established WJEC GCSE Science publisher. - Test understanding and reinforce learning with differentiated Test Yourself questions, Discussion points, exam-style questions and useful chapter summaries.- Provide support for all required practicals along with extra tasks for broader learning. - Support the mathematical and Working scientifically requirements of the new specification with opportunities to develop these skills throughout. - Supports the separate sciene Chemisrty and is also suitable to support the WJEC GCSE Science (Double Award) qualification.

Bring out the best in every student, enabling them to develop in-depth subject knowledge and historical skills with the market-leading series for WJEC Eduqas, fully updated for 2016 to help you navigate the new content and assessment requirements with ease.- Maps the content against the key questions in the 2016 specification, with thorough and reliable course coverage written by a team of experienced authors, teachers and examiners- Motivates students to increase their subject knowledge by following a clear, detailed narrative that leads learners topic by topic through the important issues, events and concepts- Progressively builds historical understanding and skills as students work through a range of engaging classroom activities with structured support at every stage- Boosts students' confidence approaching assessment, providing numerous opportunities to practise different types of exam-style questions- Captures learners' interest by offering a rich variety of source material that brings historical periods to life, enhancing understanding and enjoyment throughout the course

Bring out the best in every student, enabling them to develop in-depth subject knowledge and historical skills with the market-leading series for WJEC Eduqas, fully updated for 2016 to help you navigate the new content and assessment requirements with ease.- Maps the content against the key questions in the 2016 specification, with thorough and reliable course coverage written by a team of experienced authors, teachers and examiners- Motivates students to increase their subject knowledge by following a clear, detailed narrative that leads learners topic by topic through the important issues, events and concepts- Progressively builds historical understanding and skills as students work through a range of engaging classroom activities with structured support at every stage- Boosts students' confidence approaching assessment, providing numerous opportunities to practise different types of exam-style questions- Captures learners' interest by offering a rich variety of source material that brings historical periods to life, enhancing understanding and enjoyment throughout the course

Bring out the best in every student, enabling them to develop in-depth subject knowledge and historical skills with the market-leading series for WJEC Eduqas, fully updated for 2016 to help you navigate the new content and assessment requirements with ease.- Maps the content against the key questions in the 2016 specification, with thorough and reliable course coverage written by a team of experienced authors, teachers and examiners- Motivates students to increase their subject knowledge by following a clear, detailed narrative that leads learners topic by topic through the important issues, events and concepts- Progressively builds historical understanding and skills as students work through a range of engaging classroom activities with structured support at every stage- Boosts students' confidence approaching assessment, providing numerous opportunities to practise different types of exam-style questions- Captures learners' interest by offering a rich variety of source material that brings historical periods to life, enhancing understanding and enjoyment throughout the course

Exam Board: OCRLevel: GCSESubject: RSFirst Teaching: September 2016First Exam: June 2018Motivate every student to deepen their understanding and fulfil their potential by following a stimulating, well-paced course through the strengthened content requirements; produced by subject specialists and OCR's Publishing Partner.- Equips students with the detailed knowledge they need to succeed with clear, lively explanations that make key concepts accessible to all ability levels.- Provides opportunities for students to learn, review and develop their knowledge and skills through a variety of engaging activities, discussion points and extension tasks to stretch high achievers.- Ensures that your lessons are both innovative and inclusive, supplying a bank of tasks that draw on best practice teaching methods.- Encourages students to take an active interest in every topic, using relevant news articles, real-life viewpoints and quotations from sacred texts to bring religious principles and practices to life.- Boosts students' confidence approaching assessment via practice questions and guidance on tackling different question types.- Enables you to teach the systematic study content confidently with comprehensive coverage of Christianity and Islam.OCR GCSE RS Spec Content covered:Christianity- Beliefs and teachings- PracticesIslam- Beliefs and teachings- PracticesReligion, philosophy and ethics in the modern world from a Christian perspective- Relationships and families- The existence of God- Religion, peace and conflict- Dialogue between religious and non-religious beliefs and attitudes- Covers the short course content.

Exam Board: OCRLevel: A-LevelSubject: Religious StudiesFirst Teaching: September 2016First Exam: Spring 2017An OCR endorsed textbookHelp students to build their subject knowledge and understanding with guidance and assessment preparation from a team of subject specialists; brought to you by the leading Religious Studies publisher and OCR's Publishing Partner.- Develops students' understanding of 'Philosophy of religion' and 'Religion and ethics' through accessible explanations of key theories and terms- Enables you to teach 'Developments in Christian thought' confidently with comprehensive coverage of the key theological arguments- Supports assessment preparation with sample questions and revision advice written by subject specialists- Encourages students to reflect on their learning and develop their own ideas- Helps to extend learning and enhance responses with suggested ideas and additional readingContent covered:- Philosophy of religion- Religion and ethics- Developments in Christian thought

Exam Board: EdexcelLevel: GCSESubject: Religious StudiesFirst Teaching: September 2016First Exam: June 2018Endorsed for Edexcel Trust Victor Watton to maximise every student's potential with his trademark mix of well-paced, focused content coverage and confidence-boosting exam support tailored to the 2016 Edexcel requirements.- Progressively builds students' subject knowledge through accessible explanations of religious and thematic concepts, topics and terms- Helps students learn, retain and revise the key content by following a clear and consistent structure that maps every topic against the specification- Offers a complete solution to assessment preparation with practice questions and expert guidance on how students can improve their responses- Enhances students' interest and understanding using a variety of engaging visual sources, textual extracts and activities to illustrate different practices, perspectives and teachingsEdexcel GCSE RS Spec A: Faith and Practice in the 21st CenturyContent covered:- Area of study 1: Study of religion - Catholic Christianity - Area of study 2: Study of second religion -Islam and Judaism - Area of study 3: Philosophy and ethics- Covers the short course content for Catholic Christianity and Islam or Judaism

Exam Board: EdexcelLevel: GCSESubject: Religious StudiesFirst Teaching: September 2016First Exam: June 2018Endorsed for EdexcelTrust Victor Watton to maximise every student's potential with his trademark mix of well-paced, focused content coverage and confidence-boosting exam support tailored to the 2016 Edexcel requirements.- Progressively builds students' subject knowledge through accessible explanations of religious and thematic concepts, topics and terms- Helps students learn, retain and revise the key content by following a clear and consistent structure that maps every topic against the specification- Offers a complete solution to assessment preparation with practice questions and expert guidance on how students can improve their responses- Enhances students' interest and understanding using a variety of engaging visual sources, textual extracts and activities to illustrate different practices, perspectives and teachingsEdexcel GCSE RS Spec B: Beliefs in ActionContent covered:Area of study one: Religion and ethics through a study of ChristianitySection 1 Christian beliefsSection 2 Marriage and the familySection 3 Living the Christian LifeSection 4 Matters of Life and DeathArea of study two: Religion, Peace and Conflict through a study of Islam and JudaismSection 1 Muslim beliefsSection 1 Jewish beliefsSection 2 Crime and PunishmentSection 3 Living the Muslim LifeSection 3 Living the Jewish LifeSection 4 Peace and conflict- Covers the short course content (through Christianity and Islam or Judaism)

Exam Board: CCEALevel: A-levelSubject: PhysicsFirst Teaching: September 2016First Exam: June 2018Reinforce students' understanding throughout their course; clear topic summaries with sample questions and answers will improve exam technique to achieve higher grades.Written by examiners and teachers, Student Guides: Help students identify what they need to know with a concise summary of the topics examined in the AS and A-level specification Consolidate understanding with exam tips and knowledge check questions Provide opportunities to improve exam technique with sample graded answers to exam-style questions Develop independent learning and research skills Provide the content for generating individual revision notes

Exam Board: OCRLevel: AS/A-levelSubject: GeographyFirst Teaching: September 2016First Exam: Summer 2017Reinforce students' geographical understanding throughout their course; clear topic summaries with sample questions and answers help students improve their exam technique and achieve their best.Written by teachers with extensive examining experience, this guide:- Helps students identify what they need to know with a concise summary of the topics examined at AS and A-level- Consolidates understanding through assessment tips and knowledge-check questions- Offers opportunities for students to improve their exam technique by consulting sample graded answers to exam-style questions- Develops independent learning and research skills- Provides the content students need to produce their own revision notes

Exam Board: CCEALevel: A-levelSubject: ChemistryFirst Teaching: September 2016First Exam: June 2018Reinforce students' understanding throughout their course; clear topic summaries with sample questions and answers will improve exam technique to achieve higher grades.Written by examiners and teachers, Student Guides: Help students identify what they need to know with a concise summary of the topics examined in the AS and A-level specification Consolidate understanding with exam tips and knowledge check questions Provide opportunities to improve exam technique with sample graded answers to exam-style questions Develop independent learning and research skills Provide the content for generating individual revision notes

Exam Board: CCEALevel: A-levelSubject: GeographyFirst Teaching: September 2016First Exam: June 2018Reinforce students' geographical understanding throughout their course; clear topic summaries with sample questions and answers help students improve their exam technique and achieve their best.Written by a teacher with extensive examining experience, this guide:- Helps students identify what they need to know with a concise summary of the topics examined at AS and A-level- Consolidates understanding through assessment tips and knowledge-check questions- Offers opportunities for students to improve their exam technique by consulting sample graded answers to exam-style questions- Develops independent learning and research skills- Provides the content students need to produce their own revision notes

Create a stimulating, well-paced teaching route through the 2016 GCSE History specification using this tailor-made series that draws on a legacy of market-leading history textbooks and the individual subject specialisms of the author team to inspire student success.- Motivate your students to deepen their subject knowledge through an engaging and thought-provoking narrative that makes historical concepts accessible and interesting to today's learners- Embed progressive skills development in every lesson with carefully designed Focus Tasks that encourage students to question, analyse and interpret key topics- Take students' historical understanding to the next level by using a wealth of original contemporary source material to encourage wider reflection on different periods- Help your students achieve their potential at GCSE with revision tips and practice questions geared towards the changed assessment model, plus useful advice to aid exam preparation- Confidently navigate the new AQA specification using the expert insight of experienced authors and teachers with examining experienceAbout this bookNorman England is an authoritative textbook for the new AQA British Depth Study: Norman England 1066-1100. It covers:Part One: Conquest and Control - Causes of conquest: Why did the Normans invade and conquer England?- The Battle of Hastings: Why did William win the Battle of Hastings in 1066?- Establishing control: How did William deal with rebellions and start to take control of the country?Part Two: Taking Stock- Feudalism: How was the country organised under the Feudal system?- Domesday book: Why was the Domesday survey compiled & what can be learnt from it?- The Medieval Village: What was life like for ordinary people?Part Three: The Normans and Monasticism- The Church: To what extent did William change the English Church?- Monasticism: How did monasteries change after the Norman conquest?Norman England is written by the Helena Clarke who has taught History at Wilmslow High School for 10 years and is also team leader for GCSE History for a major awarding body.

Create a stimulating, well-paced teaching route through the 2016 GCSE History specification using this tailor-made series that draws on a legacy of market-leading history textbooks and the individual subject specialisms of the author team to inspire student success.- Motivate your students to deepen their subject knowledge through an engaging and thought-provoking narrative that makes historical concepts accessible and interesting to today's learners- Embed progressive skills development in every lesson with carefully designed Focus Tasks that encourage students to question, analyse and interpret key topics- Take students' historical understanding to the next level by using a wealth of original contemporary source material to encourage wider reflection on different periods- Help your students achieve their potential at GCSE with revision tips and practice questions geared towards the changed assessment model, plus useful advice to aid exam preparation- Confidently navigate the new AQA specification using the expert insight of experienced authors and teachers with examining experience

Exam Board: OCRLevel: GCSESubject: HistoryFirst Teaching: September 2016First Exam: June 2018An OCR endorsed textbookTrust Ben Walsh to guide you through the new specification and motivate your students to excel with his trademark mix of engaging narrative and fascinating contemporary sources; brought to you by the market-leading History publisher and OCR's Publishing Partner for History.- Skilfully steers you through the increased content requirements and changed assessment model with a comprehensive, appropriately-paced course created by bestselling author Ben Walsh and a team of subject specialists- Deepens subject knowledge through clear, evocative explanations that make complex content accessible to GCSE candidates- Progressively builds students' enquiry, interpretative and analytical skills with carefully designed Focus Tasks throughout each chapter- Prepares students for the demands of terminal assessment with helpful tips, practice questions and targeted advice on how to approach and successfully answer different question types- Captures learners' interest by offering a wealth of original, thought-provoking source material that brings historical periods to life and enhances understanding

An OCR endorsed textbookLet SHP successfully steer you through the new specification with an exciting, enquiry-based series that invigorates teaching and learning; combining best practice principles and worthwhile tasks to develop students' high-level historical knowledge and skills.- Tackle unfamiliar topics from the broadened curriculum with confidence: the engaging, accessible text covers the content you need for teacher-led lessons and independent study- Ease the transition to GCSE: step-by-step enquiries inspired by best practice in KS3 help to simplify lesson planning and ensure continuous progression within and across units- Build the knowledge and understanding students need to succeed: the scaffolded three-part task structure enables students to record, reflect on and review their learning- Boost student performance across the board: suitably challenging tasks encourage high achievers to excel at GCSE while clear explanations make key concepts accessible to all- Rediscover your enthusiasm for source work: a range of purposeful, intriguing visual and written source material is embedded at the heart of each investigation to enhance understanding- Develop students' sense of period: the visually stimulating text design uses memorable case studies, diagrams, infographics and contemporary photos to bring fascinating events and people to life

An OCR endorsed textbookLet SHP successfully steer you through the new specification with an exciting, enquiry-based series that invigorates teaching and learning; combining best practice principles and worthwhile tasks to develop students' high-level historical knowledge and skills.- Tackle unfamiliar topics from the broadened curriculum with confidence: the engaging, accessible text covers the content you need for teacher-led lessons and independent study- Ease the transition to GCSE: step-by-step enquiries inspired by best practice in KS3 help to simplify lesson planning and ensure continuous progression within and across units- Build the knowledge and understanding students need to succeed: the scaffolded three-part task structure enables students to record, reflect on and review their learning- Boost student performance across the board: suitably challenging tasks encourage high achievers to excel at GCSE while clear explanations make key concepts accessible to all- Rediscover your enthusiasm for source work: a range of purposeful, intriguing visual and written source material is embedded at the heart of each investigation to enhance understanding- Develop students' sense of period: the visually stimulating text design uses memorable case studies, diagrams, infographics and contemporary photos to bring fascinating events and people to life

Exam Board: OCRLevel: GCSESubject: HistoryFirst Teaching: September 2016First Exam: June 2018An OCR endorsed textbookTrust Ben Walsh to guide you through the new specification and motivate your students to excel with his trademark mix of engaging narrative and fascinating contemporary sources; brought to you by the market-leading History publisher and OCR's Publishing Partner for History.- Skilfully steers you through the increased content requirements and changed assessment model with a comprehensive, appropriately-paced course created by bestselling author Ben Walsh and a team of subject specialists- Deepens subject knowledge through clear, evocative explanations that make complex content accessible to GCSE candidates- Progressively builds students' enquiry, interpretative and analytical skills with carefully designed Focus Tasks throughout each chapter- Prepares students for the demands of terminal assessment with helpful tips, practice questions and targeted advice on how to approach and successfully answer different question types- Captures learners' interest by offering a wealth of original, thought-provoking source material that brings historical periods to life and enhances understandingThis single core text contains the International Relations period study and three non-British depth studies:- Germany 1925-1955- The USA 1919-1948- The USA 1945-1974