AS/A-Level Geography: Investigative and Research Skills and Techniques

Summary:
All A-level geography specifications require students to undertake investigative research based on evidence from primary sources (including fieldwork) and secondary sources. The examination boards assess this investigative work by requiring you to write about it in a written examination. AS/A-Level Geography Investigative & Research Skills& Techniques has been completely updated to fulfil the demands of the new AS/A-level geography specifications.
The book is aimed at all AS/A-level geography students. It is divided into two sections. The first section covers in detail the processes by which a geographical investigation can be completed as an independent piece of work. The second examines the alternative ways in which fieldwork-based and practical questions are set by the three major examination boards in England, and how they should be answered, with accompanying examiner's comments.
The authors, both experienced examiners, are aware that students find the investigative process one of the most challenging aspects of their course. In these pages, they offer a detailed, step-by-step guide to enable you to keep on the right track for success.

• The ideal guide for students looking to improve their investigative and enquiry skills.
  

• Explains the nature and process of an investigation (establishing a title, collecting and analysing data, writing a final report).
  

• Analyses the types of assessment offered by the main examination boards.
  

Table of Contents:
Introduction
The geographical investigation
What is a geographical investigation?
How do the examination boards assess investigative and practical skills?
Establishing a suitable title for your investigation
Collecting primary data
Collecting secondary data
Presenting your results
The analysis and interpretation of data
The use of technology
Writing up the report
The written examinations
The AQA specification
The Edexcel specification
The OCR specification

About the Author(s):
David Redfern is a chief examiner and former deputy head at De Aston School, Market Rasen.

Malcolm Skinner is a former chair of examiners, chief examiner and head of geography.