AS/A2 Geog Contemporary Case Studies: Cities and Urbanisation

Summary:

Contemporary Case Studies feature up-to-date case studies on key topics in AS and A2 Geography.

Written by highly experienced authors, examiners and teachers, each title opens with an introductory framework that identifies the relevant key concepts and then follows with a series of short cases that include succinct analysis of the issues raised. In the Using case studies boxes, specific questions are posed and examiner guidance is provided on how the material can be used to tackle them; exercises based on one or more of the case studies are also included.

The concluding section provides more detailed advice on making the most of the case studies in the examination.

• Up-to-date case studies on key topics in AS and A2 Geography
• Full colour illustration of geographical processes and topics
• Invaluable examiners' advice on making best use of case studies for coursework and in the exam

Table of Contents:
A global view
The urbanisation pathway:early phases
The urbanisation pathway:later phases
Changing cities
Urban issues

About the Author(s):
Michael Witherick has written a wide range of A-level geography resources and has over 20 years' chief examining experience.

Kim Adams is a Principal Examiner for A-level geography and has taught the subject for 30 years.

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