Fully revised & updated this new edition of English for Journalists" is an invaluable guide not only to the basics of English but to those aspects of writing such as reporting speech house style & jargon which are specific to the language of journalism. Written in an accessible style " English for Journalists" covers the fundamentals of grammar the use of spelling punctuation & journalistic writing; with each point illustrated by concise examples. This new edition features a brand new introductory chapter which
Includes:: a discussion as to why "good English" is now such a hotly debated subject; an introduction to the anti-correctness arguments of academics; a look at the increasing informality of journalistic writing in general & in particular the growth of personal columns & other fun features written in a colloquial
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- style; the role of house style; & fully up to date examples of mistakes published by magazines & newspapers. Other chapters include examples of common grammatical errors & how to avoid them; lists of problem words & a discussion of spelling rules; notes on style; & information on reporting speech."


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From a review of the first edition: Ian Eyres tackles every issue of the teacher training curriculum for English making it accessible & easy to underst&. As well as this he offers reflection pieces to check your own understanding! With English exams looming round the corner for my PGCE this book really has been a lifesaver. Wholeheartedly recommended
- Amazon Review English for Primary & Early Years is a comprehensive & essential guide to the structure of English. It draws on the readers own knowledge & understanding of English as the basis for analysis of texts at word sentence & whole text level. The book develops the readers understanding of the linguistic & literary knowledge required by The National Curriculum at Key Stages 1 & 2 & by the National Literacy Strategy. Key concepts such as Standard English approaches to grammar genre clause structure & the role of phonics in reading are addressed in an interactive way which develops the readers skills as an active analyst of English leading to a far deeper understanding than the dos & donts of traditional grammar. The text is fully updated to include the most recent developments in such areas as synthetic & analytic phonics & multimodal texts. An in-depth self-assessment activity is included with the text. This is a set book for the Open University Course Ways of Knowing: language mathematics & science in the early years.
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Comprehensive & practical series offering support for those working towards Qualified Teacher Status breaking down the requirements of QTS into manageable units so that trainees can evaluate & improve their knowledge of each subject. Comprehensive & practical series offering support for those working towards Qualified Teacher Status breaking down the requirements of QTS into manageable units so that trainees can evaluate & improve their knowledge of each subject. ...

The Garden City Movement provided a radical new model for the design & layout of housing at the turn of the nineteenth century & set standards for the twentieth century which were of international significance. The vision of the movements founder Ebenezer Howard drew on many strands of political & utopian thought & initially aimed at addressing the problems of an increasingly urban & dysfunctional society along the peaceful path to real reform. It took only five years from 1898 to 1903 for the idea to take root in the open fields of North Hertfordshire when Earl Grey proclaimed the Letchworth Garden City Estate open. Letchworth was followed by Hampstead Garden Suburb Welwyn Garden City & numerous smaller developments & Garden City ideas informed both inter-war housing policy & New Town planning after the Second World War. Present-day issues such as sustainable development & eco-settlements have their roots in the Garden City. Written by the leading authority in the field this book tells the story of a major development in Englands urban & planning history & provides a timely popular survey of the achievements of the Garden City Movement & the challenge of change. This will not only appeal to planners & conservation professionals but also residents of the garden cities. ...

The English see more ghosts than any other nation. From medieval times to the present day stories have been told about ghosts who avenge injustice souls who long for peace & spooks who just want to have fun. The English Ghost" is a treasure trove of such sightings; comical & scary like all the best ghost stories these accounts packed with eerie detail range from the moaning child that terrified Wordworths nephew at Cambridge to modern day hitchhikers on Blue Bell Hill." ...

If commas are confusing & adjectives perplexing then this book should enable the reader to assess & improve their skills. With clear & simple explanations the rules & regulations of the English language become clear. This book focuses on grammar. ...

Collins Primary Focus: English Grammar Punctuation & Spelling Test Revision & Practice boosts childrens core language skills in preparation for the year 6 test. It provides a structured revision course with strategies & advice for developing childrens core literacy skills throughout year 6. * Diagnostic questions & advice help to analyse childrens strengths & weaknesses enabling targeted intervention work with individuals or groups * Structured lesson plans & guided teaching activities for every curriculum objective assessed in the English Grammar Punctuation & Spelling test * Differentiated activities covering levels 3 to 6 support progression up through the levels for all children & enable the most able to work towards the Level 6 test ...

Collins Primary Focus: English Grammar Punctuation & Spelling Test Revision & Practice boosts childrens core language skills in preparation for the year 6 Test. The Pupil Resource Pack

Includes:: support & resources for consolidating childrens skills through independent work & practice activities. * Resources to develop childrens skills for every curriculum objective assessed in the English Grammar Punctuation & Spelling test * Follow up tasks to help consolidate learning independently as well as Further Practice sheets to embed core skills * Differentiated activities covering levels 3 to 6 support progression up through the levels for all children & enable the most able to work towards the Level 6 test. *

Includes:: practice papers for ongoing assessment



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If you're confused by commas perplexed by pronouns & plain terrified by tenses English Grammar For Dummies will put your fears to rest. Packed with expert guidance it covers everything from sentence basics to rules even your English teacher didn't know
- if you want to brush up on your grammar this is the only guide you'll ever need. Discover how to: avoid common grammatical errors; get to grips with apostrophes; structure sentences correctly; use verbs & find the right tense; & decide when to use slang or formal English.
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This new edition has been thoroughly updated & revised to accompany the fourth edition of English Grammar in Use. The book contains 200 varied exercises to provide students with extra practice of the grammar they have studied. This 'with answers' version is ideal for self-study. A version without answers is available separately. ...