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1. IB Diploma Programme: Biology Course Companion Authoritative, unique and written in collaboration with the IBO. (This lively resource supports Diploma Programme students for the new 2007 syllabus in Biology.)

Authors: Andrew Allott and David Mindorff
ISBN-10: 0-19-915145-8    ISBN-13: 978-0-19-915145-5
Readership: Students of the IB Diploma Programme in Biology and anyone who would like a clear and unique resource for Biology.
Description:
  • Data Based Questions and Rediscovering Biology are features to help students think critically about science and consider its evolution. Includes coverage of the core and AHL as well as selective coverage of the Options with examination questions throughout.
  • A separate chapter is devoted to Extended Essays in Biology. The book is highly illustrated and includes descriptions of laboratory practicals for the Internal Assessment. Thinking about Science is a thought-provoking feature with interesting extracts that make connections to real world issues and events.
  • This Course Companion follows an approach that supports the new 2007 syllabus while including the wider aims of the IBO through connections to TOK, international-mindedness and the IB learner profile. It has been written by a former chief examiner for IB Diploma Programme Biology and has been extensively reviewed by teachers, consultants and the IBO. With features and activities that encourage active learning and critical thinking, students will find this book stimulating and engaging.
2. IB Diploma Programme. Chemistry Course Companion. Expertly written in collaboration with the IBO, this lively resource supports Diploma Programme students for the new 2007 syllabus in Chemistry.
Author: Geoffrey Neuss
ISBN-10: 0-19-915146-6     ISBN-13: 978-0-19-915146-2
Description:
  • Material for cross curricular connections to help students think critically about science and consider its evolution. Includes full coverage of the core and AHL as well as selective coverage of the Options. Provides a wealth of illustrations to help explain difficult concepts. Provides material for CAS and the extended essay. Examination questions included for critical thinking, examination practice and reinforcement of concepts learned.
  • Following the new 2007 syllabus this Course Companion follows an approach that includes the wider aims of the IBO through connections to TOK, international-mindedness and the IB learner profile. It has been written by a Principal Examiner for the IB Diploma Programme Chemistry and has been extensively reviewed by teachers, consultants and the IBO. With material integrated to include international and historical perspectives, students will be encouraged to think critically and make connections to other subjects and to world issues.
3. IB Diploma Programme. Economics Course Companion. A UNIQUE RESOURCE! This dynamic Course Companion supports the current syllabus and includes expertly integrated Theory of Knowledge and Internationalism.
Authors: Ian Dorton and Jocelyn Blink
ISBN-10: 0-19-915124-5   ISBN-13: 978-0-19-915124-0
Description:
  • Includes a key section on Development and International Economics. Written by experienced authors and teachers, who are both deputy chief examiners. Activities and features provide opportunity for learning and discussion around core and wider issues.
  • Exam, portfolio and Extended Essay advice provided. Lively and accessible, this book will inspire student to engage in the subject. This book has been written and developed in collaboration with the IBO.
  • This Course Companion has been specifically designed to support the student through the IB Diploma Programme in Economics. It supports the course content and provides students with materials and activities as well as advice and guidance for the portfolio of four commentaries. In addition it provides activities integrated with study and learning approaches, TOK, and the IB learner profile. Examples, features, and case studies drawn from around the world will encourage students to develop an international perspective.
4. Introducing Mechanics. Written for the new 2000 specifications.
Authors: Brian Jefferson and Tony Beadsworth
ISBN-10: 0-19-914710-8      ISBN-13: 978-0-19-914710-6
Reviews: 'It engenders an image of mechanics as a coherent whole, unlike some of its modular rivals.' - TES
Description:
Covers all the Mechanics requirements for single-subject A Level in the new specifications. Combines the best of traditional and current approaches, emphasizing modelling and 'real world' relevance of subject.
Contents:  
  1. Modelling
  2. Vectors
  3. Kinematics
  4. Force
  5. Newton's law of motion
  6. Calculus in kinematics
  7. Kinematics in two and three dimensions
  8. Relative motion
  9. Friction
  10. Turning effect of forces
  11. Centre of mass
  12. Work, energy and power
  13. Momentum and impulse
  14. Jointed rods and frameworks
  15. Dimensional analysis
  16. Circular motion
  17. Elasticity
  18. Oscillatory motion
  19. Differential equations
5. Understanding Mechanics. Revised edition of one of the clearest and most respected A-Level Mechanics texts ever published.
Authors: A. J. Sadler and D. W. S. Thorning
ISBN-10: 0-19-914675-6    ISBN-13: 978-0-19-914675-8
Reviews: 'A lucid text with many sets of questions . . . make the whole a most acceptable work.' - TES
Contents:
  1. Vectors
  2. Distance, velocity and acceleration
  3. Force and Newton's laws
  4. Resultants and components of forces
  5. Equilibrium and acceleration under concurrent forces
  6. Friction
  7. Moments
  8. Centre of gravity
  9. General equilibrium of a rigid body
  10. Resultant velocity and relative velocity
  11. Work, energy and power
  12. Projectiles
  13. Circular motion
  14. Momentum and impulse
  15. Elasticity
  16. Use of calculus
  17. Simple harmonic motion
  18. Compound bodies and frameworks
 
6. Further Mechanics. Written for the new 2000 specifications.
Authors: Brian Jefferson and Tony Beadsworth
ISBN-10: 0-19-914738-8    ISBN-13: 978-0-19-914738-0
Description:
Supports students taking double-certification Mathematics. Complements popular Introducing Mechanics, by the same authors. Accessible style with plenty of worked examples, exercises, and past examination questions.
Contents:
  1. Vectors 1
  2. Vectors 2
  3. Differential equations
  4. General motion in one dimension
  5. Impulses amd impulsive tensions
  6. Oscillating systems
  7. Projectiles
  8. Motion of a particle in a plane
  9. Stability of equilibrium
  10. Moment of inertia
  11. Rotation about a fixed axis
  12. General motion of a rigid body in two dimensions
  13. Examination questions
  14. Answers
  15. Index 

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