Practical techniques show you how to hold an audience, brief effectively, receive feedback, structure a message and give verbal rewards. Table of contents: * Learning the basics (communication and body language, learning to listen, asking questions, reading effectively, taking n…
The Godzone Dictionary is a concise A - Z of the words and phrases that make our New Zealand language and speech patterns so different. Max Cryer examines a wide range of words and phrases, shedding light in their origins and offering definitions. Slang words and expressions fea…
This resource helps learners of business English develop the skills and language required to negotiate confidently and effectively in both formal and informal situations. A CD ROM accompanies this resource. This resource is designed for pre-intermediate or intermediate level of …
This authoritative volume synthesizes current knowledge on writing development in children and adolescents and the processes underlying successful learning and teaching. The most comprehensive work of its kind, the volume encompasses both cognitive and sociocultural perspectives…
Spice up your lessons with these creative activities used by ESL /EFL teachers around the world. 'Recipes for Tired Teachers' offers 81 classroom proven strategies to build or reinforce language skills at any learning level. The recipes are grouped under the following themes: -G…
English for Logistics teaches students the target vocabulary and commonly-used expressions that are essential for communication in a variety of logistics roles, including carriers, suppliers, hauliers, and couriers. English for Logistics is suitable for those working for a shipp…
English for Human Resources is suitable for HR managers, their staff, and also those employed in personnel agencies. The course teaches students the relevant expressions and vocabulary they need to communicate effectively in their field. Each unit of English for Human Resources …
English for the Energy Industry gives students the necessary linguistic skills to understand daily situations in the work environment, and complex developments within the global energy sector. English for the Energy Industry is divided into units by theme, such as energy product…
'Understanding Reading' critically examines current theories, instructional practices, and controversies around reading. Reading is examined from the perspective of linguistics, physiology, psychology and sociology. Table of contents: Chapter 1: The Essence of Reading Chapter 2:…
Essential Grammar in Use is a grammar reference and practice book for elementary learners. Features: -on the left page there are grammar points, and on the facing pages are exercises to check understanding -explained in simple language with many examples and attractive illustrat…
The Oxford Collocations Dictionary improves students' accuracy by showing them the words that work together in both British and American English. Using the dictionary develops a better awareness of which words go together and helps students sound more natural. The dictionary is …
Approaching Difficulties in Literacy Development: Assessments, Pedagogy and Programmes considers the complexity of literacy difficulties, showing how research into literacy difficulties has to be multi-faceted and multi-disciplinary and involve a range of research approaches and…
This is a collection of 40 games for beginning students of English. It offers: * Photocopiable material for a variety of games * A language syllabus that matches the communicative abilities of beginners and young learners * Pair work, small group and whole class activities * Tea…
