Edexcel Gcse Computer Science

Supporting great computer science teaching through a scenario-based approach to problem solving and computational thinking. Our resources are designed to inspire and motivate students by relating and applying their skills to real-world contexts and making learning relevant.

Exam Board: Edexcel Level: GCSE Subject: Computer Science First Teaching: September 2016 First Exam: Summer 2018 Build student confidence and ensure successful progress through GCSE Computer Science. Our expert author provides insight and guidance to meet the demands of the new Edexcel specification, with challenging tasks and activities to test the computational skills and knowledge required completing the exams and the non-examined assessment. - Builds students' knowledge and confidence through detailed topic coverage and explanation of key points to match important Edexcel concepts - Develops computational thinking skills with practice exercises and problem-solving tasks - Ensures progression through GCSE with regular assessment questions, that can be developed with supporting Dynamic Learning digital resources - Instils a deeper understanding and awareness of computer science, and its applications and implications in the wider world

Illustrated revision and practice. Absolute clarity is the aim with a new generation of revision guide for the 2020s. This guide has been expertly compiled and edited by successful former teachers of Computer Science, highly experienced examiners and a good dollop of scientific research into what makes revision most effective.

A new series of bespoke, full-coverage resources developed for the 2016 AQA and OCR GCSE Computer Science qualifications. Written for the AQA GCSE Computer Science specification for first teaching from 2016, this print Student Book uses an exciting and engaging approach to help students build their knowledge and master underlying computing principles and concepts. Designed to develop computational thinking, programming and problem-solving skills, this resource includes challenges that build on learning objectives, and real-life examples that demonstrate how computer science relates to everyday life. Remember features act as revision references for students and key mathematical skills relevant to computer science are highlighted throughout. A digital Cambridge Elevate-enhanced Edition and a free digital Teacher's Resource are also available.

Publishing in September 2014, Edexcel GCSE Computer Science has been written by Steve Cushing, a well-respected and widely published author for secondary Computing and a former examiner. With Edexcel GCSE Computer Science: Students will have the assurance that all topics in the course are covered comprehensively, with particular support to help them understand the principles of computer science and computational thinking in preparation for the written exam Teachers and students can make use of strategies and advice throughout when choosing appropriate programming languages for both the written and practical units User-friendly and accessible practical examples will help to unpick theoretical topics

Absolute clarity is the aim with a new generation of revision guide for the 2020s. This guide has been expertly compiled and edited by successful former teachers of Computer Science, highly experienced examiners and a good dollop of scientific research into what makes revision most effective. Past examinations questions are essential to good preparation, improving understanding and confidence. This guide has combined revision with tips and more practice questions than you could shake a stick at. All the essential ingredients for getting a grade you can be really proud of. Each specification topic has been referenced and distilled into the key points to make in an examination for top marks. Questions on all topics assessing knowledge, application and analysis are all specifically and carefully devised throughout this book.

Exam Board: Edexcel Level: GCSE Subject: Computer Science First Teaching: September 2016 First Exam: Summer 2018 Unlock your full potential with this revision guide which focuses on the key content and skills you need to know. With My Revision Notes for Edexcel GCSE Computer Science, which perfectly matches the latest examined elements of the course, you can: - Take control of your revision: plan and focus on the areas you need to revise, with advice, summaries and notes from author Steve Cushing - Show you fully understand key topics by using specific strategies and theories to add depth to your knowledge of programming and computing issues and processes - Apply programming and computing terms accurately with the help of definitions and key words on all topics - Improve your skills to tackle specific exam questions such as how to choose appropriate programming languages with the help of self-testing and exam-style questions and answers