IB Physics Course Book: 2014 Edition: Oxford IB Diploma Program

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0198392133 ISBN 13: 9780198392132

Publisher: Oxford University Press, 2014

The only diploma program physics resource developed with the IB to accurately match the new 2014 syllabus for both SL and HL. This revised edition gives you unrivalled support for the new concept-based approach to learning: the Nature of science. Understanding, applications and skills are integrated in every topic, alongside TOK links and real-world connections to truly drive independent inquiry. Assessment support straight from the IB includes practice questions and worked examples in each topic, alongside support for the Internal Assessment and Extended Essay. Truly aligned with the IB philosophy, this course book gives unparalleled insight and support at every stage.

· Accurately cover the new syllabus - the most comprehensive match, with support directly from the IB on the core, AHL and all the options
· Fully integrate the new concept-based approach, holistically addressing understanding, applications, skills and the Nature of science
· Tangibly build assessment potential with assessment support straight from the IB
· Develop confidence - data-based questions and focused practice support exceptional achievement
· Written by co-authors of the new syllabus and leading IB workshop leaders
· Supported by a fully comprehensive and updated BStudy Guide and Oxford Kerboodle Online Resources
· Also available as a fully online Course Book

About the Series:
IB Diploma Course Books are essential resource materials designed in cooperation with the IB to provide students with extra support through their IB studies. Course Books provide advice and guidance on specific course assessment requirements, mirroring the IB philosophy and providing opportunities for critical thinking.

About the Author:

David Homer is Chair of Science and Head of Physics at Bristol Grammar School, and a Principal Examiner in AS and A2 Physics for a major awarding body.

Review:

We were planning on ordering another publisher's resources but many of our IB teachers attended workshops and came back asking for Oxford. The quality of the text and online support package is the reason. * Ron Patrick, Head of Science, International School of Panama * This book looks like a real find to me. It covers the new course (both SL and HL, including the options) very well, with useful references to the Nature of Science and Theory of Knowledge as required by the IB. The book captured my interest immediately I picked it up - in fact, when I first saw it I couldn't put it down! It is very easy to read, and is remarkably well illustrated. Its structure follows closely to the IB syllabus. There are lots of worked examples, lots of ideas and advice to students on practical work, a good selection of questions for student practice at the end of each topic, and advice relating to the new internal assessment procedures. I am looking forward to exploring it further. * Bill Riceman, IB Physics Teacher, The International French School of Sydney *