This book is the first to present in one volume an up-to-date guide to the central areas of teaching English to speakers of other languages (TESOL). Edited by two leading figures in TESOL, it contains 30 chapters written by internationally recognised language teaching professionals and applied linguistics. Current topics in TESOL are examined and future developments mapped out in an accessible but comprehensive way

This inspiring collection of 25 true business stories is especially written for English language learners

This new text is designed to give beginning students immediate help in mastering the crucial elements of North American English pronunciation. Like its best-selling higher-level counterpart, Clear Speech, Clear Speech from the Start concentrates on topics, such as rhythm and intonation, linking, and sounds as grammar cues, that will make the biggest difference in students' ability to understand and communicate with others. The audio program that accompanies this book is available both on audio cassettes and audio CDs. It includes a broad selection of exercises recorded by a variety of speakers in natural-sounding speech

Cognitive, affective and drama activities for EFL students This resource book for teachers contains an exciting collection of activities which present and practise vital grammatical content in an original way. Each game is clearly introduced with a summary specifying the area of grammar to be practised, the level it is aimed at, the time required and the material needed. The activity is then presented using a step-by-step approach

Updated to reflect the most current TOEFL formats, this book presents more than 1,000 practice questions with explanatory answers designed to prepare students to succeed on both the Paper-Based TOEFL (PBT) and the Internet-Based TOEFL (iBT). A TOEFL practice test with instructions for evaluation is also included. This edition of the manual comes with a set of six audio compact discs that offer practice for the Listening, Speaking, and Integrated Writing Sections. The set of compact discs can also be purchased separately

The eleventh edition of Merrian-Webster`s Collegiate Dictionary introduces a revolutionary combination of high-quality reference and start-of-the-art technology

This compact, easy-to-use format is the first product built on our cutting-edge cartographic database and offers the convenience of smaller scale without sacrificing clarity or detail. Identically scaled maps on a given continent enable readers to compare physical, political, and regional information simply and accurately. After a fascinating explanation of the latest technology, the atlas examines our world as a whole, presenting 25 global themes, from tectonics and the biosphere to population, health, literacy, and more, along with such timely topics as environmental stress and flash points for conflict and terror

Created by a test-prep expert, Conquering SAT Critical Reading gives you expert coaching and intensive practice for all the latest Critical Reading question types. With full-lenth practice test sections and strategies for every kind of Critical Reading question, this guide has everything you need to get ready - and to score your best on the exam

Energizers offer two or three playful minutes of moving, laughing and chanting or singing together. Weave energizers into the school day, and your students will be ready for more productive learning

English Time is a six-level communicative course for children who are studying English for the first time. This course develops students` speaking, listening, reading and writing skills through activities that appeal to their curiosity and sense of fun