Grammar Practice Activities
This is a fully revised and updated version of a classic title.
Cambridge BEC Higher 4 With Answers
Cambridge BEC 4 Higher provides a set of four complete practice tests for the Cambridge BEC Higher exam. These past examination papers from University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations (Cambridge ESOL) provide the most authentic exam preparation available. They allow candidates to familiarise themselves with the content and format of the examination and to practise useful examination techniques. The Student's Book also contains a comprehensive section of keys and transcripts, making it suitable for self study.
Cambridge BEC Vantage 4 With Answers
Cambridge BEC 4 Vantage provides a set of four complete practice tests for the Cambridge BEC Vantage exam. These past examination papers from University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations (Cambridge ESOL) provide the most authentic exam preparation available. They allow candidates to familiarise themselves with the content and format of the examination and to practise useful examination techniques. The Student's Book also contains a comprehensive section of keys and transcripts, making it suitable for self study.
Examining FCE and CAE
This critical history covers 70 years of two major UCLES / Cambridge ESOL international exams: the First Certificate in English (FCE) and the Certificate in Advanced English (CAE). The story begins with the development and first sitting of the FCE (then called the Lower Certificate in English) in 1939. The book then traces subsequent developments, including the initiation of FCE under its current name in 1975, the introduction of CAE in 1991, as well as reviews, major revisions, and modifications, leading to the update of FCE and CAE for December 2008. On the way, the history attempts to balance theory and practice, fact and opinion, insider and outsider perspectives, recurring themes and key innovations. We see the scale of the FCE and CAE exams grow from an initial candidature of just 144, to make a significant contribution to Cambridge ESOL's current total of over two million candidates in 130 countries.
Primary Curriculum Box with Audio CD
Photocopiable lessons designed to widen your pupils' knowledge of the world outside the classroom. Ideal for giving your English classes a cross-curricular element, or as support material for Content Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) or bilingual education programmes. Topics covered include art and drama, literacy, maths, science and the environment.
English for Management Studies: Course Book & 2 audio CDs
The Cambridge Guide to Second Language Teacher Education
The Cambridge Guide to Second Language Teacher Education includes over 30 original articles, which have been written by internationally prominent researchers, educators, and emerging scholars. The book provides an overview of issues, debates, and approaches in Second Language Teacher Education (SLTE). Chapters address such issues as distance education, non-native English-speaking educators, technology, assessment, standards, and the changing contexts of contemporary language teaching and teacher education.
Teen World
Specifically designed for teenagers, this is an ideal photocopiable resource for busy teachers. With 17 teen-focussed topics, students develop understanding and fluency in a real, communicative way. Every topic is divided into three levels - elementary, intermediate and upper-intermediate - with a carefully graded activity for each. The four key skills are covered through a variety of tasks - role-plays, quizzes, board games and debates - and each activity is supported by step-by-step teacher's notes and extension ideas. This is a fantastic supplement for any teenage class.
English Verb Drills
Your shortest route to mastering verbconjugationsOne of the greatest challenges in learning a languageis mastering verb conjugations. English Verb Drills makesit easier than ever for you to meet that challenge.It allows you to focus exclusively on building your masteryof verbs without being distracted by otherelements of grammar. Combining the features of aworkbook and reference manual, this book clearly andsystematically explains how the verb system workswhile providing more than 150 drills for practice.Using this unique title, you will build theconfidence you need to use verbs correctly andto be comfortable expressing yourself in speechand writing.
Listening in the Language Classroom
The book's central argument is that a preoccupation with the notion of 'comprehension' has led teachers to focus upon the product of listening, in the form of answers to questions, ignoring the listening process itself. The author provides an informed account of the psychological processes which make up the skill of listening and analyses the characteristics of the speech signal from which listeners have to construct a message. Drawing upon this information, the book proposes a radical alternative to the comprehension approach and provides for intensive small-scale practice in aspects of listening that are perceptually or cognitively demanding for the learner.
Values, Philosophies, and Beliefs in TESOL
Values, Philosophies, and Beliefs in TESOL lays a solid foundation upon which teachers can construct their philosophy of teaching, and it prepares them to make a well-informed statement of their beliefs - something that is increasingly called for in contexts such as employment interviews and contract renewals. It chronicles the many influences and developments that have helped shape the language teaching profession today. With its interdisciplinary perspective, this extraordinary book lays a foundation on which teachers can construct their own philosophy of teaching.
Multilingualism And Assessment
This Studies in Language Testing volume explores the impact of multilingualism on language assessment. It considers ways of describing and comparing language qualifications to establish common levels of proficiency, balancing the need to set common standards and at the same time sustain linguistic diversity. Three broad themes are explored. Quality and diversity are addressed via avenues such as the quality of examinations and codes of practice, as well as the research on impact in various state certification projects. In relation to ethics and diversity, several papers focus on the complex relationships between linguistic identity and diversity on one hand, and immigration and citizenship policy on the other, as assessment increasingly interfaces with language proficiency requirements for citizenship and for active participation of newcomers in social, occupational and democratic processes. Transparency and diversity are examined through the relationship of examinations to the Common European Framework from a number of different perspectives.
Language Games:
ESOL teachers use language games to increase motivation, provide authentic and meaningful language practice, increase student engagement, and infuse the classroom with fun. This volume describes a variety of innovative games used today in language classrooms around the globe, reflecting different contexts and cultures. Chapters in this book demonstrate how both theory and practice inform our teaching approaches. Though some of the games focus primarily on the four traditional language skills, reading, writing, listening, and speaking, as well as the supporting areas of vocabulary and grammar, other games clearly have a different emphasis, such as critical thinking and content-based language instruction. Yet other chapters focus on objectives such as getting acquainted, or provide ideas for game templates that teachers can adapt for various purposes and types of content. This book stands apart in that the contributions reflect multiple classroom uses. Themes evident throughout the volume reflect pedagogical goals and practices for language learning, such as communicative competence, interaction, authenticity, skills integration, content emphasis, and collaboration.
Interactions 1 - Writing Student Book Plus E-course Code
Interactions/Mosaic Silver Edition is a fully integrated academic skills series that combines the best of print with the convenience of digital delivery. Language proficiencies are articulated from the beginning through advanced levels within each of the four language-skill strands. Chapter themes articulate across the four strands to systematically recycle content, vocabulary and grammar.
From Teacher to Manager
This book introduces key concepts required by managers of language teaching organizations, covering topics from strategic and operational financial management, sales and marketing and customer service through to academic and human resource management. It is designed for Directors and Assistant Directors of Studies, Academic Directors, and School Owners, including those moving into a management role from teaching or administration. It is written in a clear and straightforward style making it easy for busy managers to digest.