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Check Your English Vocabulary for TOEFL: Essential words and phrases to help you maximise your TOEFL score (Check Your Vocabulary Ser.)
by Rawdon WyattThis workbook provides exercises to help students practise and build many of the English words and phrases that they will find useful for the popular TOEFL® (Test of English as a Foreign Language) examination, which is an entry requirement for non-native speakers at more than 6,000 universities and colleges worldwide. It has been written for students at intermediate level and above, and is particularly appropriate for anyone who plans to study or train in an English-speaking country.The material in this workbook covers general vocabulary, as well as topic-specific vocabulary based on themes which regularly feature in the TOEFL®.- Tests and improves vocabulary using a variety of useful, interesting and enjoyable exercises- For students learning English at intermediate level and above- Easy-to-use format with clear instructions- Comprehensive answer key with additional information- Ideal for self-study or classroom use
Check Your English Vocabulary for TOEFL: Essential words and phrases to help you maximise your TOEFL score
by Rawdon WyattThis workbook provides exercises to help students practise and build many of the English words and phrases that they will find useful for the popular TOEFL® (Test of English as a Foreign Language) examination, which is an entry requirement for non-native speakers at more than 6,000 universities and colleges worldwide. It has been written for students at intermediate level and above, and is particularly appropriate for anyone who plans to study or train in an English-speaking country.The material in this workbook covers general vocabulary, as well as topic-specific vocabulary based on themes which regularly feature in the TOEFL®.- Tests and improves vocabulary using a variety of useful, interesting and enjoyable exercises- For students learning English at intermediate level and above- Easy-to-use format with clear instructions- Comprehensive answer key with additional information- Ideal for self-study or classroom use
Edexcel French for A Level (2nd Edition) (PDF)
by Robert Baylis Christiane Salvador Tim SwainEdexcel French for A Level is a brand new one-volume French course for students following the Edexcel specification at AS and A2. It is endorsed by Edexcel and offers comprehensive coverage of the specification topics, in a carefully planned teaching scheme to ensure effective language learning plus effective exam preparation
Practising Spanish Grammar (Practising Grammar Workbooks)
by Angela Howkins Christopher Pountain Teresa De CarlosPractising Spanish Grammar can be used independently or as the ideal companion to the sixth edition of the widely acclaimed A New Reference Grammar of Modern Spanish (Butt, Benjamin and Moreira Rodríguez). Thoroughly updated, this fourth edition of the workbook features an improved organization which closely mirrors that of A New Reference Grammar of Modern Spanish, sixth edition. The selection of exercises has been fully revised and expanded with new exercises on a variety of topics including possessives, conditional, future and past tenses, and polite requests. Designed to stimulate and engage even the most grammar-shy students, this is an ideal resource for Spanish learners at CEFR Level B2–C1, ACFTL Intermediate-High to Advanced.
Erzählen von China: Genrespezifische Identitätskonstruktionen im Wuxia-Film
by Clemens Von HaselbergDer Wuxia-Film ist eines der ältesten und populärsten chinesischen Filmgenres. Über historische Brüche und Verlagerungen der Produktion vom chinesischen Festland nach Hongkong und Taiwan und zurück hat er meist das Bild eines homogenen, idealisierten China gezeichnet. Zugleich spiegeln sich in seinen Narrativen und Ikonographien jedoch immer auch die Verwerfungen der jeweiligen Gegenwart. Clemens von Haselberg untersucht, wie im Wuxia-Film kollektive chinesische Identitäten vor dem Hintergrund politischer und sozialer Transformationen kontinuierlich neu konstruiert worden sind. Der Untersuchungshorizont reicht vom ersten Boom des Genres in den 1920er Jahren bis ins 21. Jahrhundert.
Modern Languages Study Guides: Film Study Guide for AS/A-level French (PDF)
by Karine HarringtonFilm analysis made easy. Build your students' confidence in their language abilities and help them develop the skills needed to critique their chosen work: putting it into context, understanding the themes and director's technique, as well as specialist terminology.Breaking down each scene, character and theme in Les Choristes (The Choir), this accessible guide will enable your students to understand the historical and social context of the film and give them the critical and language skills needed to write a successful essay.- Strengthen language skills with relevant grammar, vocab and writing exercises throughout- Aim for top marks by building a bank of textual examples and quotes to enhance exam response- Build confidence with knowledge-check questions at the end of every chapter- Revise effectively with pages of essential vocabulary and key mind maps throughout- Feel prepared for exams with advice on how to write an essay, plus sample essay questions, two levels of model answers and examiner commentary
How to Pass Higher French: Second Edition (How To Pass - Higher Level)
by Douglas AngusExam Board: SQA Level: Higher Subject: French First Teaching: August 2018 First Exam: May 2019Get your best grade with comprehensive course notes and advice from Scotland's top experts, fully updated for the latest changes to SQA Higher assessment. How to Pass Higher French Second Edition contains all the advice and support you need to revise successfully for your Higher exam. It combines an overview of the course syllabus with advice from a top expert on how to improve exam performance, so you have the best chance of success.- Revise confidently with up-to-date guidance tailored to the latest SQA assessment changes - Refresh your knowledge with comprehensive, tailored subject notes- Prepare for the exam with top tips and hints on revision techniques- Get your best grade with advice on how to gain those vital extra marks
Foundations of Bilingual Education and Bilingualism (Bilingual Education & Bilingualism #106)
by Colin Baker Wayne E. WrightThe sixth edition of this bestselling textbook has been substantially revised and updated to provide a comprehensive introduction to bilingualism and bilingual education in the 21st century. Written in a compact and clear style, the book covers all the crucial issues in bilingualism at individual, group and societal levels. Updates to the new edition include: • Greater attention to technological advances and global trends impacting and impacted by bilingualism. • New trends and issues in bilingual education, including recent research on the effectiveness of different types of bilingual education. • Issues in the assessment of bilinguals. • The latest thinking on identity and bilingualism. • Recent developments in brain imaging research. • Discussion of the latest terms in bilingualism research including dynamic bilingualism, translanguaging, transliteracy and superdiversity, in addition to an enhanced look at multilingualism. Students and instructors will benefit from new features including: • A comprehensive glossary. • A condensed and updated bibliography. • Updated international examples of policy, research and practice. • The addition of web resources and discussion questions. • Fully revised study activities and recommended reading.
Contemporary China (Contemporary States and Societies)
by Kerry BrownThe third edition of this concise core textbook offers students a comprehensive introduction to the politics, economy, culture and society of modern China, while grounding all of these areas in the context of China’s recent history in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Fully up to date, this accessible text examines the key developments that are taking place in China and that are shaping its place in the world today, from relations with Trump’s United States and post-Brexit Britain, to the use of the internet to crack down on dissent and the establishment of ‘Xi Jinping thought’ at the 19th Party Congress. Authored by a highly-regarded expert on the topic, this is the essential guide to a country that is no longer just emerging but one which has, in many respects, already emerged as one of the leading powers of the twenty-first century.The book is an ideal introductory text for undergraduate and postgraduate courses on China Studies and Contemporary China, regardless of whether students approach the topic from a political, historical, sociological, cultural or geographical viewpoint. It can also be used on modules focussing more specifically on Chinese Politics, Chinese History or Chinese Society.
Translating Film Subtitles into Chinese: A Multimodal Study
by Yuping ChenThis book examines three metafunction meanings in subtitle translation with three research foci, i.e., the main types of cross-modal interrelation, the primary function of semiotic interplay, and the key linguistic components influencing the subtitles. It goes beyond traditional textual analysis in translation studies; approaches subtitle translation from a multimodality standpoint; and breaks through the linguistic restraints on subtitling research by underscoring the role of semiotic interplay. In the field of multimodality, this book bridges subtitling and multimodality by investigating the interweaving relationships between different semiotic modes, and their corresponding impacts on subtitle translation.
English School Exercises, 1420-1530 (Studies And Texts #181 (PDF))
by Nicholas Orme Pontifical Institute of Mediaeval Studies Staff"In his latest of many distinguished contributions to the history of medieval education, Nicholas Orme edits and translates into modern English twelve sets of the translation exercises known as 'latins.' Devised to teach Anglophone boys the basics of Latin composition, these hundreds of short texts do much more than illustrate pedagogical methods that continued in use even as medieval gave way to humanist Latin in the schools. They provide fascinating glimpses of fifteenth- and early sixteenth-century English popular culture and everyday life as viewed by adolescents aspiring to worldly success while enduring outbreaks of plague, bad meals, and especially the master's harsh discipline. In his introductions and annotations, Orme draws on his unsurpassed knowledge of English grammar schools to contextualize and enhance these vivid images. Historians of education may be the principal audience for the book, but anyone interested in medieval language, customs, and institutions will consult it with pleasure and profit." -Martin Camargo, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Collins Robert French Dictionary: The complete translation companion (PDF)
by Collins Dictionaries StaffThis French-English/English-French dictionary, is a collaboration between Collins and Le Robert, now revised and updated with hundreds of new words, phrases and senses. The supplements on communication, education systems and famous people of the French- and English-speaking worlds make this the perfect dictionary for use at college, home or work. Designed for students and professionals using French in the course of their work. Lexicographers draw on Collins' unique multi-million word databases of French and English to ensure that the user has the most complete and accurate picture of real language available today.
Collins Spanish Dictionary And Grammar (Collins Essential Editions Ser. (PDF))
by Collins DictionariesA handy and affordable one-way Kindle dictionary. Up-to-date with a practical, user-friendly grammar guide, this is the ideal study guide for intermediate learners. Compatibility & Functionality • Basic Text Search works on all Kindle devices • Index lookup works on all Kindles except Kindle Fire and Kindle Fire HD • Setting as Default Dictionary works on all Kindles except Kindle Fire, Kindle Fire HD, Kindle for Android and any of the Kindle apps, including Kindle for PC and Kindle for Mac • Search across the full Spanish-English dictionary by headword. • Show English translations in a pop-up window when reading Spanish books. Designed for all those studying Spanish who need maximum information in an accessible format. • Over 14,000 headwords and 28,000 translations • Offers up-to-the-minute coverage, with additional notes warning the user of those words which are easily confused. • Delivers the accuracy and reliability you expect from the Collins name. With natural, idiomatic example phrases, in-depth treatment of the most important core vocabulary (dar, por) and help to find the exact translation you want.
Rethinking TESOL in Diverse Global Settings: The Language and the Teacher in a Time of Change
by Tim Marr Fiona EnglishWhat do TESOL teachers actually teach? What do they know about language, about English and the ways it is used in the world? How do they view themselves and their work, and how are they viewed by others? How is TESOL perceived as a profession and as a discipline? How can teachers make the most of the available resources? Can global English really deliver what it seems to promise? These are some of the questions explored in Rethinking TESOL in Diverse Global Settings, a book which examines what we mean when we talk about English language teaching and what we understand the job of an English language teacher to be. Covering diverse teaching environments, from China to Latin America and the Middle East, and from elementary school to university, the authors take a critical look at TESOL by focusing on the actual substance of the subject, language, and attitudes towards it. Through concrete examples from language classrooms, in the form of vignettes and accounts from native speaker and non-native speaker teachers alike, they explore the experiences of teachers worldwide in relation to issues of identity and professionalism, nativeness and non-nativeness, and the pressures of dealing with the expectations with which English has become invested. While recognising the often precarious academic and institutional status of TESOL teachers, the book pulls no punches in challenging those teachers as a whole to become more ambitious in their aims, positioning themselves not as mere skills providers, but language experts, specialists in their subject, members of a legitimate academic discipline. Only then, the authors argue, will TESOL teachers and their work be taken seriously and their expertise recognised.
What English Language Teachers Need to Know Volume I: Understanding Learning (ESL & Applied Linguistics Professional Series)
by Denise E. Murray MaryAnn ChristisonDesigned for pre-service teachers and teachers new to the field of ELT, What English Teachers Need to Know Volumes I, II, and III are companion textbooks organized around the key question: What do teachers need to know and be able to do in order for their students to learn English? In the Second Edition of Volume I, Murray and Christison return to this essential question and call attention to emerging trends and challenges affecting the contemporary classroom. Addressing new skills and strategies that EFL teachers require to meet the needs of their shifting student populations who are impacted by changing demographics, digital environments, and globalization, this book, which is grounded in current research, offers a strong emphasis on practical applications for classroom teaching. This updated and expanded Second Edition features: a new chapter on technology in TESOL new and updated classroom examples throughout discussions of how teachers can prepare for contemporary challenges, such as population mobility and globalization The comprehensive texts work for teachers across different contexts—where English is the dominant language, an official language, or a foreign language; for different levels—elementary/primary, secondary, university, or adult education; and for different learning purposes—general English, workplace English, English for academic purposes, or English for specific purposes.
Eyes on China: An Intermediate-Advanced Reader of Modern Chinese
by Dr Jincheng Liu Dr Xin Zou Chih-P'Ing ChouEyes on China is the ideal textbook for students entering the third year of a four-year course of Chinese language study and those who are ready to move from an intermediate to advanced level. Bridging the gap between informal spoken Chinese and more formal written Chinese, this textbook presents an on-the-ground perspective of what a visitor to China today might see and experience.Unlike other advanced-level textbooks, which typically feature essays, articles, and reviews from Chinese newspapers and magazines, the selections included here have all been written by the authors expressly for this book. They cover a range of timely China-related topics, including the problem of air pollution, corruption, infrastructure development, the development of high-speed rail, the prevalence of knock-off products in the marketplace, new tech trends, the contemporary art scene, and the relationship between mainland China and Taiwan. Each chapter’s featured text is accompanied by grammar structure explanations, a vocabulary list, and other useful tools.· An ideal textbook for students progressing to advanced-level Chinese language study· Brand-new materials present a comprehensive understanding of China today· Features original selections enhanced by grammar explanations, vocabulary lists, and other tools
Footfalls Echo in the Memory: A Life with the Colonial Education Service and the British Council in Asia
by Verner C. BickleyThe Education Service was a vital arm of the British Colonial Service while the British Council has been paramount in promoting the English language and culture overseas. But are both agents of British colonialism and neo-colonialism? Or are both simply altruistic purveyors of language and culture to a wider world?Verner Bickley as an Education Officer in the British Colonial Service and in the British Council provides the answer and shows that educational and cultural values were paramount and important in themselves, and through the medium of the near-global English language, vitally important in both culture and technical training. Life in overseas postings was set against a backdrop of turbulent international relations following World War II, including service in the Royal Navy in India and Ceylon, soon to be become independent Sri Lanka. Bickley was Education Officer in Singapore during the tumultuous 1950s, at the time of the Malayan 'Emergency' and in the lead-up to independence in 1957 which he announced on Radio Malaya. His service with the British Council began with a posting to Burma during the premiership of U Nu, struggling with ethnic problems and to be ousted by military coup. And during his time in Indonesia the British Embassy was burnt to the ground by rioters. Later service was in Japan - basking in its success as an emerging economic powerhouse. This is an essentially warm and human story enlivened, especially during the British Council period, by a succession of diverse personalities, including royalty, British and Thai, as well as writers like Anthony Burgess, Graham Greene and Willis Hall and actors such as Donald Sinden, Patrick Stewart and Max Adrian.
More!, Level 1 (PDF)
by Herbert PuchtaMORE! is a four-level course from a highly respected author team that's bursting with features for lower secondary students. Each level of MORE! contains 80-90 hours of class material. Key language for each unit is introduced in a photostory and put to use through the 'Language Focus'. There is thorough coverage of grammar via a dedicated secion in each unit. The 'Learn MORE through English' pages introduce cross-curricular learning (CLIL) while the 'Learn MORE about Culture' sections explore English speaking countries. Students learn to 'Read MORE for pleasure' with the extra reading pages and the CD-ROM enables students to practise vocabulary, grammar and skills.
My Korean: 나의 한국어 “스텝 1”
by Byung-Jin Lim Jieun Kim Ji-Hye KimThe My Korean series of textbooks offers a learner-centred, communicative task-based, interactive approach to learning contemporary Korean. My Korean: Step 1 and My Korean: Step 2 are arranged thematically around topics that any novice learner of Korean is likely to encounter in their first year of study. Each lesson contains two dialogues showing contemporary Korean in use, followed by succinct grammar and vocabulary explanations. The focus throughout the books is on communicative in-class activities and tasks that encourage students’ active participation. Video clips of the lesson dialogues are available as an online resource, and each unit contains communicative activities based on the dialogue themes. The engaging structure and communicative approach make My Korean: Step 1 an ideal text for first semester Korean courses. It is also a great resource for individual study or one-on-one tutorials on Korean language and culture.
Collins Easy Learning German Dictionary (Easy Learning Ser [8th edition] (PDF))
by Collins DictionariesAn up-to-date, easy-reference dictionary with key GCSE curriculum words highlighted and a practical and fun supplement covering key vocabulary areas. It is the ideal dictionary for learners of German of all ages, but especially for those aiming for GCSE exam success. Fully endorsed by the exam board, Edexcel. Designed for all learners of German, whether you are learning for your GCSE exams at school, in an evening class, for business or to go on holiday. The entries cover everyday German and English (including all essential set expressions) and key curriculum words are highlighted to help with exam preparation. Clear and concise language notes provide information on common grammatical errors and confusable words, while handy culture notes explain cultural differences. German verbs are cross-referred to comprehensive verb tables, helping you find all the German verb forms you need. Combined with a text which is colour-coded and very easy to navigate, the Collins Easy Learning German Dictionary gives a solid foundation for German language learning. Get it right: thousands of examples of real German show you exactly how translations are used. Get there fast: clear colour layout takes you quickly to the words you want, with key GCSE vocabulary flagged for rapid identification. Have confidence: a fun, practical supplement focuses on key exam vocabulary and helps you to use written and spoken German correctly. Visit www.collins.co.uk/languagesupport for free downloadable resources to help you practise and consolidate your language skills.
Collins German Dictionary And Grammar [7th Edition] (PDF)
by HarperCollins Publishers Ltd. StaffAn up-to-date dictionary and a user-friendly grammar guide in one handy volume. A clear layout, cultural notes and an easy-to-use, revised grammar section make this the ideal book for intermediate learners. Designed for all intermediate learners of German, whether at school, at home, or for business. 90,000 references and 118,000 translations will help those learning German take their language skills to the next level. This edition offers extensive and relevant coverage of today's English and German, with thousands of phrases and examples guiding the user to the most appropriate translation. A comprehensive grammar guide presents detailed examples and translations to help users to understand German grammar - the perfect complement to the dictionary. The clear Collins typography gives the text a contemporary feel, and along with the new alphabet tabs, ensures that users find the information they need quickly and easily.
Mandarin B for the IB Diploma Second Edition
by Yan BurchExam board: International BaccalaureateLevel: IB DiplomaSubject: MandarinFirst teaching: September 2018First exams: Summer 2020Develop competent communicators who can demonstrate a sound conceptual understanding of the language with a flexible course that ensures thorough coverage of the updated Mandarin B Guide and is designed to meet the needs of all IB students at Standard and Higher Level.- Empower students to communicate confidently by exploring the five prescribed themes through authentic texts and skills practice at the right level, delivered in clear learning pathways. - Ensure students are able to produce coherent written texts and deliver proficient presentations with grammar and vocabulary introduced in context and in relation to appropriate spoken and written registers. - Improve receptive skills with authentic written texts, audio recordings spoken at a natural pace, and carefully crafted reading and listening tasks.- Promote global citizenship, intercultural understanding and an appreciation of Chinese cultures through a wide range of text types and cultural material from around the world. - Deliver effective practice with a range of structured tasks within each unit that build reading, listening, speaking and writing skills.- Establish meaningful links to TOK and CAS, and identify learner profile attributes in Simplified Chinese characters used throughoutThe audio for the Student Book is FREE to download from www.hoddereducation.com/ibextras
Modern Russian Grammar Workbook (Modern Grammar Workbooks)
by John Dunn Shamil KhairovModern Russian Grammar Workbook is an innovative book of exercises and language tasks for all learners of Russian. The book is divided into two parts. Section 1 provides exercises based on essential grammatical structures. Section 2 practises everyday functions such as making introductions, apologizing and expressing needs. A comprehensive answer key at the back of the book enables students to check on their progress. Main features include: exercises graded according to level of difficulty cross referencing to the related Modern Russian Grammar topical exercises which develop students’ vocabulary base. The Modern Russian Grammar Workbook is ideal for all learners of Russian, from beginner to intermediate and advanced students. It can be used both independently and alongside the Modern Russian Grammar: A Practical Guide, also published by Routledge. John Dunn is Honorary Research Fellow and Shamil Khairov is Lecturer in Russian, both at the School of Modern Languages and Cultures, University of Glasgow.
Practice Tests for IELTS 1 (Collins English For Exams Ser.)
by HarperCollins PublisherPrepare yourself thoroughly for the IELTS exam By using Practice Tests for IELTS, you will: • Feel completely confident about how the IELTS exam works • Know what to expect on the day of the exam • Improve your score through realistic practice All you need for your ideal IELTS score: – Four complete Academic IELTS tests – PLUS Two complete General Reading and Writing papers – A clear guide to how the IELTS exam works – A whole section full of useful tips on how to do well in the exam – A CD (+ transcript) with accurate model Speaking and Listening papers – Answers and explanations for all four papers (including model answers for Speaking and Writing) You can trust Collins COBUILD Practice Tests for IELTS contains a mini-dictionary with definitions based on COBUILD content. The 4.5-billion-word Collins Corpus is the world’s largest database of the English language. It is updated every month and has been at the heart of Collins COBUILD for over 20 years.
Que Hay: Teacher's Guide 3
by Christine Haylett Jeffrey Britton Margaret Leacock Yorley Mendez Georgia Pinnock Angie Ramnarine Lesbia Tesorero¿Qué Hay? is the market-leading Spanish course for 11-14-year-olds across the Caribbean. Newly updated, it is as relevant and lively as ever. Whether you are an experienced teacher looking for inspiration or a new teacher looking for support in teaching this course for the first time, there is something in this Teacher's Guide for you.