Pearson History for the IB Diploma Programme Paper 1 Political and Economic Transitions bundle (Book + eBook) (NYP Due May 2026)

Pearson History for the IB Diploma Programme – Paper 1: Political and Economic Transitions (Print + 2-Year eBook Access)

Aligned to the 2026 IB DP History Subject Guide | First Assessment 2028

Prepare your students for success with Pearson History for the IB Diploma Programme – Paper 1: Political and Economic Transitions, the definitive resource crafted specifically for the redesigned 2026 IB DP History curriculum. Co-published with the International Baccalaureate, this student book provides complete accuracy, up-to-date scholarship, and seamless alignment with the new Paper 1 focused study requirements.

Designed for both classroom instruction and independent learning, this text builds the historical knowledge, source analysis skills, and conceptual understanding required to excel on the 2028 Paper 1 examination.

Included with Your Purchase

• Print Student Book

• 2-Year Access to the Pearson Interactive eBook
  Featuring embedded activities, digital tools, multimedia resources, and easy navigation to support blended and online learning environments.

 Fully Aligned to Paper 1: Political and Economic Transitions – Focused Study 3

This edition directly supports the Political and Economic Transitions Focused Study 3, examining:

• The Meiji Restoration (1894–1953) — modernization, industrialization, shifting political structures, and the transformation of Japanese society

• The Russian Federation (1985–1999) — economic reforms, political transition after the Soviet collapse, and the challenges of post-Soviet governance

Students engage with clear explanations, structured inquiries, and curated source material to deepen their understanding of how societies navigate political and economic change.

 Conceptual Understanding at the Core

Each chapter is built around the IB’s four key historical concepts:

• Cause and Consequence

• Continuity and Change

• Perspectives

• Significance

This approach strengthens students’ ability to interpret, analyze, and evaluate historical developments—skills essential for high achievement in IB History.

 Source Analysis & Essential Historical Skills

Through guided activities, model responses, and scaffolded tasks, students learn to:

• Analyze and evaluate primary and secondary sources

• Identify and assess multiple perspectives

• Construct and critique evidence-based arguments

• Make connections across political and economic transitions such as Japan's modernization and Russia's late-20th-century reforms

These skills directly mirror the demands of the new Paper 1 assessment.

 Approaches to Learning (ATL) Skills in Action

Activities throughout the book build IB ATL competencies, including:

• Critical thinking

• Communication

• Collaboration

• Research

• Self-management

Students develop both academic skills and the confidence needed for independent inquiry.

 Checkpoints for Understanding

Short, embedded questions encourage reflection and reinforce key ideas before moving to new content, supporting mastery of complex political and economic developments.

 Realistic Exam Practice

Students gain confidence with:

• Exam-style questions aligned to the 2026 Subject Guide

• Source-based tasks modeled on the new Paper 1 format

• Structured writing practice to prepare for First Assessment 2028

 Why Choose the Pearson IB History Series?

• Co-published with the IB for guaranteed accuracy

• Paper-specific titles for targeted preparation

• HL-supportive content across the series

• Ideal for teachers and schools transitioning to the revised 2026 History curriculum

 Who Is This Book For?

• IB DP History students (SL & HL)

• Teachers seeking a structured, curriculum-matched Paper 1 resource

• Schools implementing the 2026 IB DP History Subject Guide

• Students preparing for the 2028 Paper 1 examination