Develops six strands of academic skills essential for successful study: reading; learning language/vocabulary; writing; researching; studying' and applying to your own subject. This book contains focused activities and tasks that help you to: make reasonable knowledge claims; and become aware of university culture and expectations.
This book applies theory and research findings to the design of English for Academic Purposes courses. Drawing on approaches to researching academic communities, needs analysis and genre theory, a systematic approach to syllabus and curriculum development is proposed and used as the basis for detailed consideration of tasks and skills development.
Takes students through the writing process from generating ideas, drafting and revising, to proof-reading and editing. Each theme-based unit contains a short, thought-provoking reading passage to spark students' interest and provide meaningful issues to write about.
A title that is written to prepare students for academic reading, placing emphasis not only on extensive reading skills development, but also on continued language development through four main areas: Understanding the text, Critical thinking, Using the text, and Language Focus.
Suitable for overseas students studying at colleges and universities in the English language, this practical writing course enables international students of business to meet the language requirements necessary for completing essays and reports, sitting exams, and more.
Presents practice of the GCSE English exam skills needed to help move students from a grade D to a grade C and beyond. Focusing on the AQA A paper 1 and paper 2 Assessment Objectives and mark schemes, this student book offers specific guidance, focused activities and examiner comments and tips.