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Appendices 49 Appendix 1: Codes 51 Appendix 2: Pearson World Class Qualification Design Principles 53 Appendix 3: Transferable skills 55 Appendix 4: Foundation Tier formulae sheet 57 Appendix 5: Higher Tier formulae sheet 59 Appendix 6: Notation 61 Appendix 7: Glossary 63
1 About this specification The Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in Mathematics (Specification A) is part of a suite of International GCSE qualifications offered by Pearson. This qualification is not accredited or regulated by any UK regulatory body. This specification includes the following key features. Structure: the Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in Mathematics (Specification A) is a linear qualification. It consists of two examinations available at Foundation and Higher Tier. Both examinations must be taken in the same series at the end of the course of study. Content: relevant, engaging, up to date and of equivalent standard to Pearson’s regulated GCSE in Mathematics. Assessment: consists of tiers of entry (Foundation and Higher) that allow students to be entered for the appropriate level, with questions designed to be accessible to students of all abilities in that tier and papers that are balanced for topics and difficulty. Approach: a solid basis for students wishing to progress to Edexcel AS and Advanced GCE Level, or equivalent qualifications. Specification updates This specification is Issue 1 and is valid for the Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in Mathematics (Specification A) examination from 2018. If there are any significant changes to the specification Pearson will inform centres to let them know. Changes will also be posted on our website. For more information please visit qualifications.pearson.com Using this specification This specification has been designed to give guidance to teachers and encourage effective delivery of the qualification. The following information will help you get the most out of the content and guidance. Content: arranged according to Foundation and Higher Tier, with the same topic headings, as summarised in Section 2: Mathematics (Specification A) content. The topic headings are placed in this section according to assessment objective. Examples: we have included examples to exemplify content statements to support teaching and learning. It is important to note that these examples are for illustrative purposes only and centres can use other examples. We have included examples that are easily understood and recognised by international centres. Qualification aims and objectives The Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in Mathematics (Specification A) qualification enables students to: • develop their knowledge and understanding of mathematical concepts and techniques • acquire a foundation of mathematical skills for further study in the subject or related areas • enjoy using and applying mathematical techniques and concepts, and become confident in using mathematics to solve problems • appreciate the importance of mathematics in society, employment and study. Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in Mathematics (Specification A) – Specification – Issue 1 – January 2016 © Pearson Education Limited 2016 1
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