Cambridge International AS Level History Modern Europe 1774–1924 Coursebook with Digital Access (2 Years) (NYP Due April 2025)
This coursebook supports students as they explore and analyse European history. This third edition offers a variety of activities, including source work and practice questions, to help students build a deep understanding of key historical concepts and develop essential skills. Activities throughout each chapter encourage independent learning, while opportunities for reflection foster metacognitive thinking. This edition brings modern European history to life, with engaging features designed to spark discussions and deepen understanding. Suitable for the Cambridge International AS Level History syllabus (9489/9981) for examination from 2027, this coursebook also provides digital access, offering digital resources and answers on Cambridge GO.
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Each chapter begins with a detailed timeline that helps students understand the chronological order of significant events. This aids in developing a clear contextual framework for the period studied.
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Varied activities, including individual, pair, group, and class tasks. These are scaffolded to provide step-by-step support, gradually increasing in complexity to develop higher order thinking skills like analysis and inference.
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Students practise source analysis through a mix of cartoons, photos, and texts. This practice is designed to enhance students' ability to critically evaluate historical evidence.
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Clear definitions of key subject-specific terminology are provided, supporting students in understanding and using historical language accurately.
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Short descriptions of important historical figures highlight their principal achievements.
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Reflection activities direct students to assess their approach to tasks, fostering metacognitive thinking. These encourage students to consider not just what they did well or poorly, but why and how they can improve.
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Self-evaluation checklists at the end of each unit, allow students to rate their confidence understanding the content. This new feature helps students identify areas for further study and revision.
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'Practice questions' and 'Improve Your Answer' features challenge students to apply their knowledge and refine their responses.