Cambridge IGCSE and O Level Global Perspectives Coursebook

Cambridge IGCSE® and O Level Global Perspectives Coursebook

Author: Keely Laycock

Feel confident exploring key global issues from multiple perspectives with Cambridge IGCSE® and O Level Global Perspectives, a brand new coursebook from Cambridge University Press to support study of the Cambridge IGCSE® (0457) and O Level (2069) Global Perspectives syllabuses for first examination in 2018.

Taking a completely skills-based approach, and written by a Global Perspectives specialist, the coursebook is structured around the key skills students must demonstrate, with references to relevant syllabus set topics. These topics include - information skills, critical thinking skills, independent learning skills, collaboration skills and communication skills. Each chapter contains multiple activities to encourage active engagement, assessment practice opportunities and differentiation support so that teachers can focus on the particular needs of their class.

Reflection points throughout the chapters to stimulate reflective discussion and provide opportunities for students to measure their skill development. Similarly, discussion points are embedded across this text to encourage students to consider multiple and varying perspectives on issues, helping to clarify their own thinking.

Features:

• Written by a Global Perspectives specialist, with years of examining and teacher training experience in the subject
• Activities throughout each chapter allow students to work independently, in pairs or in small groups, to encourage an exploratory and active approach to learning
• Selected global topics from the syllabus are integrated throughout chapters to illustrate how the syllabus skills can be developed through them
• Differentiated practice opportunities at the end of every chapter, divided into sections focused on developing, establishing and enhancing a student's skills, to support students at every level
• Guidance on the written examination, the individual report and the team project, to prepare students for their assessment.
• Definitions of key terms displayed alongside relevant text to aid accessibility and support EAL learners.