Cambridge International AS & A Level Thinking Skills Coursebook with Digital Access (2 Years)

4th Auflage
ISBN: 978-1-009-81973-2
Verlag: Cambridge University Pr.

Buch, Englisch, 480 Seiten, Format (B × H): 214 mm x 273 mm, Gewicht: 1190 g

Establish a strong foundation in critical thinking and problem-solving skills with the 4th edition of the Cambridge International AS & A Level Thinking Skills coursebook. This edition enhances reasoning, analysis, and logical argumentation by incorporating more real-world examples, questions, and relatable contexts. The range of questions and activities is designed to promote active learning, build student confidence, and deepen understanding.The digital coursebook includes engaging videos. Access your digital resource via Cambridge GO (look inside the front cover for more details).This coursebook supports the Cambridge International AS & A Level Thinking Skills syllabus (9694) for examination from 2028.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Chamberlain, John

King, Mark

Roberts, Andrew

Inhaltsverzeichnis

How to use this series; How to use this book; Introduction; Chapter 1 Introduction; 1.1 Introduction; 1.2 Chapter overview; 1.3 Past paper questions; 1.4 Command words; 1.5 Summary; Section 1: Problem solving; Chapter 2 Understanding data in simple formats; 2.1 Understanding the information available; 2.2 Working out the calculation that is needed; 2.3 Selecting which parts of the information are needed; 2.4 Different ways to round numbers; 2.5 Understanding information in tables; 2.6 Understanding information from graphs; 2.7 Understanding information in diagrams; 2.8 Further sources of information; 2.9 Linked activity: Understanding the numbering used in photography; Chapter 3 Deductions and modelling; 3.1 Summarising information; 3.2 Making deductions; 3.3 Applying models; 3.4 Linked activity: Logic circuits; Chapter 4 Arranging, searching and finding; 4.1 Understanding timetables; 4.2 Searching; 4.3 Scheduling; 4.4 Linked activity: Sharing a chocolate bar; Chapter 5 Communicating reasoning and patterns in data; 5.1 Summarising information; 5.2 Justifying a solution to a problem; 5.3 Checking all the possibilities; 5.4 Making estimates and stating assumptions; 5.5 Linked activity: Identifying errors in data; Chapter 6 Logical relations and features in data; 6.1 Logical relationships between pieces of information; 6.2 Identifying features in data; 6.3 Using patterns and other features found in data; 6.4 Searching for solutions; 6.5 Linked activity: Barcodes; Chapter 7 More complex problems; 7.1 Making and explaining more complex deductions; 7.2 Complex models; 7.3 Adapting solutions to problems in response to changes; 7.4 Linked activity: Error detection; Section 2: Critical thinking; Chapter 8 Evaluating reasoning (credibility); 8.1 What is 'evaluating evidence'?; 8.2 Reliability; 8.3 Plausibility; 8.4 Corroboration and consistency; 8.5 Perspectives presented in evidence; Chapter 9 Evaluate and use statistical evidence; 9.1 Representativeness of samples; 9.2 Design of questionnaires; 9.3 Issues with the way data is presented; Chapter 10 Use of evidence; 10.1 Explanations; 10.2 Inferences; 10.3 Assessing how well evidence supports a particular claim; Chapter 11 Arguments; 11.1 Distinguishing between arguments and other types of text; 11.2 Argument elements; 11.3 Assumptions; 11.4 Analysing the structure of arguments; Chapter 12 Evaluating reasoning; 12.1 Fallacies (flaws); 12.2 Other potential causes of weakness; 12.3 Appeals; 12.4 Analogies; 12.5 Identifying weaknesses in documents; Chapter 13 Constructing arguments and explanations; 13.1 Introduction to constructing arguments and explanations; 13.2 Argument elements which can strengthen reasoning; 153.3 Arguments and explanations based on source material; 13.4 Arguments not based on given sources; Chapter 14 Preparing for assessment; 14.1 Introduction; 14.2 The format of the assessment; 14.3 How to approach questions; 14.4 Revision tips; 14.5 Some final thoughts; Glossary; Index; Acknowledgements.