Sociology teachers exercise immense teaching and pedagogical skills to 'entertain' and motivate the generation of post-16 sociology students. This title seeks to develop a teaching and learning package to support teachers.

This new textbook has been designed to accompany Ken Browne's widely-used Sociology for AS AQA. Ken Browne has teamed up with co-authors Jonathan Blundell, Pamela Law and Margaret Whalley who have a wealth of classroom experience and all share a passion for teaching sociology. In this book they combine sociological rigour and accessibility for final-year A-level students.This exciting, full-colour textbook includes:chapters on each topic covered in the A2 specification;special sections on research methods in the chapter on crime and deviance, and stratification and differentiation;up-to-date discussions of a wide range of recent sociological data and debates;lots of colour photographs and diagrams to bring ideas to life and fire students' imaginations;a dedicated website, including resources for teachers and additional material designed to help students revise or research themes in the book.Key sociological terms are systematically highlighted throughout the text and are included in a comprehensive glossary, with thoughtful questions and activities at important points within the chapters to develop and test students' understanding further. Exam style questions are also found in every chapter.Pitched at exactly the right level for the new AQA A2 sociology specification, the book provides all the tools necessary to help students achieve top grades and encourage them to take their study of sociology further, whatever their needs, interests and abilities.

Exam board: AQALevel & subject: GCSE SociologyFirst teaching: September 2017 First exams: June 2019 Get your students engaging with the 2017 specification: all the knowledge and skills students need to succeed set out in clear, approachable lessons packed full of activities and support. The third edition of this trusted textbook has been fully updated to provide complete coverage of the 2017 AQA Sociology specification, with fresh, contemporary case studies, engaging activities and a focus on research skills, theory and making connections between topics. * Fully matched to the 2017 AQA specification including coverage of all key terms and concepts* New 'Focus on theory' activities get students thinking about the various theories and approaches in sociology* New 'Focus on skills' discussion and written activities equip students with the skills they need for their exams* New 'Focus on research' activities have been carefully developed to equip students to hone their research skills for example by designing research or answering questions on an extract from a piece of research* Coverage of all key sociologists in the 2017 specification readings clearly highlighted in the 'Focus on key thinkers' feature* Exam-style questions, sample answers and helpful examiner commentary for each AQA topic show students how to do well in exams and avoid common pitfalls* Clear differentiation for each lesson including stretch and challenge activities to provide support for students of all abilities* Students are encouraged to identify links between topics and perspectives, and reflect upon them with our new 'Making connections' feature* Written by an author team with significant teaching and examining experience* Accompanying Teacher Guide provides additional activities and exam-focussed support for every chapter in the Student Book.

The essential revision guide for A–level Sociology from trusted and best–selling author Ken Browne. Together with Sociology for AQA Revision Guide 1, this indispensable book provides everything you need to revise for the exams, with a clear topic–by–topic layout to recap key theories and central ideas. The revision guide maps perfectly onto Ken Browne, Jonathan Blundell and Pamela Law's Sociology for AQA Volume 2 with each topic cross–referenced to the main textbook so you can revisit any sections you need to. The book includes a guide to exam questions – and how to answer them – with sample worked answers showing how to achieve top marks. All specification options are covered, with exam tips throughout the book. With this revision guide to take you through the exam and Sociology for AQA Volume 2 to develop your sociological imagination, Ken Browne provides the complete resource for success in sociology.

This text, specifically for AQA specifications, is designed to be easy and encouraging for students to use. The book contains updated material and activities together with a new chapter on study skills. It also indicates clearly where activities meet the new evidence requirements for key skills.

Written by senior examiners, Emma Jones and Marsha Jones, this AQA AS Sociology Student Unit Guide is the essential study companion for Unit 2: Education and Sociological Methods.This full-colour book includes all you need to know to prepare for your unit exam: clear guidance on the content of the unit, with topic summaries, knowledge check questions and a quick-reference index examiner's advice throughout, so you will know what to expect in the exam and will be able to demonstrate the skills required exam-style questions, with graded student responses, so you can see clearly what is required to get a better grade

This sociology studies text which is one of a series providing back-up to A and AS-Level courses. Features include study checklists based on the syllabus of each examining body, guidance on studying, revising, coursework and exam preparation. There is also a test run section at the end of the text, with a quiz, progress analysis and complete mock exam with suggested answers.