This book has been endorsed by Edexcel & has passed the boards rigorous quality assurance programme. Edexcel A2 Psychology covers Units 3 & 4 of the A-level
Specification. The A2 course looks at how psychology is applied to the real world. It also examines clinical psychology as well as the major issues & debates that psychology raises. An important feature of the Edexcel course is that although there is specified material there are also many areas where choices are available. This textbook (and its accompanying online resources) covers all the specified material & all the suggested examples where choices are offered. Within each chapter there are features to improve students skills including:
- Explore: advice on how students can further their interest in an area
- AS link: specific links to the Edexcel AS Psychology textbook published by Philip Allan Updates
- Study hint: advice on how to prepare for examinations
- Key terms: definitions of important terms Homework questions & extension essays (to stretch & challenge students) are given at the end of each chapter. The accompanying online resources offer additional material on selected studies & key issues. Links to these resources are indicated in the textbook. A Teacher Guide containing answers to all questions & exercises in the book plus Power Point presentations & worksheets to assist the teacher is available for separate purchase.