Economics for CSEC® Examinations is a comprehensive text for Caribbean students. This new, full-colour text from Macmillan offers comprehensive coverage of the CSEC Economics syllabus. It has been developed by a highly experienced Caribbean teacher, supported by a team of advisers from the Caribbean and the UK.The book includes thorough explanations of Economic theory, real-life Caribbean examples based on students’ lives and experiences, In-Text Questions and examination practice questions at the end of each chapter. The material is presented in a variety of ways which is designed to engage students, keep them on task and improve learning.Key features:• Provides full coverage of syllabus as shown in the list of objectives at the start of each chapter• Concept maps at the start of each chapter to define the scope of the topic and to establish links within the topic• Clear and concise explanations of topics, with illustrations and examples based on students’ life experiences to aid understanding and recall• Material is presented in a variety of ways – text, tables, diagrams and charts to accommodate students with different learning styles• Includes different assessment methods – multiple choice questions, short answer questions and essay-type questions to prepare students for real examination conditions• Provides extensive coverage of topics that students find challenging such as Elasticity, Cost Theory, Market Failure and Comparative Advantage Theory• Includes up-to-date data on macroeconomics topics such as Balance of Payments, Inflation, Unemployment Economic Integration and Caribbean Economies• The book follows a clear and logical structure with each chapter building on the concepts and topics from the previous chapter• Provides step-by-step guidance for the SBA component – how to choose a topic, formulating a topic statement and suggestions for SBAs. There is a sample SBA with tips and a section on how to earn marks in this componentAbout the authorPatricia Gopie has taught Economics for the past 20 years. She is currently the Head of Business at St. Joseph’s Convent, Trinidad. She has considerable experience as an Examiner and has participated in several examination item writing exercises.Please note that this is an eBook version of this title and can NOT be printed. For more information about eBooks, including how to download the software you’ll need, see our FAQs page.