Progressive Skills in English is a new course that prepares students for entry into English-medium study. Progressive Skills in English teaches necessary skills as part of a systematic programme of language development. The course builds the skills required for lectures, tutorials, reading research and written assignments in English. These new separate-skill editions allow students to focus on their individual skill requirements.
A richer set of examination-type tasks deepening the knowledge of lexical and grammatical structures (Use of English) NEW! Practical revisions after each chapter (Language Review) A mine of excellent solutions Model dialogues and lists of phrases (Key Phrases) supporting students in creating independent statements Proven methods of teaching vocabulary and grammar implemented with the use of modern tools Practical approach to learning English and comprehensive preparation for the exam NEW! Mediation assignments in line with the new core curriculum An improved, seamless course of lessons and varied exercises to motivate students to make progress
A richer set of examination-type tasks deepening the knowledge of lexical and grammatical structures (Use of English) NEW! Practical revisions after each chapter (Language Review) A mine of excellent solutions Model dialogues and lists of phrases (Key Phrases) supporting students in creating independent statements Proven methods of teaching vocabulary and grammar implemented with the use of modern tools Practical approach to learning English and comprehensive preparation for the exam NEW! Mediation assignments in line with the new core curriculum An improved, seamless course of lessons and varied exercises to motivate students to make progress
Building a Better Vocabulary • Course Guidebook with Video (2015)
What does the word bombast have to do with cushion stuffing? What is the difference between specious and spurious? Would you want someone to call you a snollygoster?
Building a Better Vocabulary, taught by Professor Kevin Flanigan of West Chester University of Pennsylvania, offers an intriguing look at the nuts and bolts of English, teaches you the etymology (history) and morphology (structure) of words, and delves into the cognitive science behind committing new words to long-term memory.
