How to use this book

Throughout this book, you will notice lots of different features that will help your learning. These are explained below.

Thought-provoking questions at the start of units and topics will get you thinking about the subject These features at the start of each unit give you guidance on the topic areas, what you will learn and how you will be assessedDRAFT This section gives you information about what content is covered in the topic Case studies based on real-life situations put key concepts and practices into context. The accompanying questions check your understanding and challenge you to take your learning further.

Practical activities that you can do on your own give you the opportunity to practise important skills and techniques, and to prepare for your assessments. Stretch activities and questions give you the opportunity to try more challenging questions and to extend your knowledge Over to you! activities let you apply your knowledge, and think more deeply about your course. Key words are highlighted in the text and explained fully in the glossary, often using examples, to ensure you fully understand key terminology DRAFT These question boxes give you regular opportunities to test your knowledge so that you feel ready for your exam or assessment Summary sections help you review your learning, to check you understand key concepts and can apply your learning. They also show you where to look back for more information if you need to read it again.