Cambridge: International AS and A Level Computer Science Coursebook
Authors: Sylvia Langfield and Dave Duddell
Publication date: April 2019
ISBN: 9781108733755
Description
Developed by an experienced author and examiner team and written for the international learner, this coursebook provides students with a structured and progressive guide to the theoretical and practical skills required by the syllabus. With an emphasis on developing computational skills, this resource helps build students’ confidence in using a range of technology and programming languages. Detailed descriptions of concepts are reinforced with exercises, discussion points, and reflection questions with exam-style and past paper questions. Answers are found within the teacher's resource.
Features
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Written specifically for the international learner with clear explanations of concepts and associated key terms.
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Examples given in the three accepted programming languages (Microsoft Visual Basic, Python and Java) provide students with the opportunity to code with their preferred language.
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The Discussion Point feature encourages deeper understanding through articulating and reasoning concepts with peers.
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There is a wealth of opportunities to practise and consolidate skills through tasks, extension questions, and exam-style and past paper questions