Spectrum: A Communicative Course in English, Level 1, Student Book - Softcover

Byrd, Donald

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0138298629 ISBN 13: 9780138298623

Publisher: Pearson Education ESL, 1992

Synopsis

This guide offers a unique approach to English as a second language that follows the natural rhythms of language learning by thoroughly familiarizing students with new language before asking them to practice it. Handing the reader scores of beginner-level techniques covering conversation, ways to say words, comprehension of dialogue, solitary reading, and grammar. It provides stimulating, informative material for ESL professionals instructing beginning students.

About this title

From the Publisher

Carefully graded in six levels - from beginning to advanced, Spectrum offers a unique approach to English as a second language that follows the natural rhythms of language learning by thoroughly familiarizing students with new language before asking them to practice it. The Spectrum texts are filled with opportunities for personal expression and activities which stimulate real communication. The texts also feature a carefully sequenced, systematic approach to grammar.

From the Back Cover

Spectrum: A Communicative Course in English, by Diane Warshawksy and Sandra Costinett (Donald R.H. Byrd, Project Director), is a complete six-level, four skills course for adult and young adult learners of English. Spectrum features a unique "natural" approach to language learning: Rich language input is provided in authentic conversations accompanied by receptive activities that help students absorb new functions, structures, and vocabulary. Real-life language tasks offer both focused practice and opportunities for natural interaction, promoting both fluency and accuracy. Students progress from the beginning to the advanced level as they follow a comprehensive and carefully graded syllabus.

Spectrum also features:

• Thematically based lessons
• Comprehensive coverage of all four skills
• Listening activities in both the Student Book and Workbook
• An audio program with authentic-sounding conversations, telephone messages, public announcements, and broadcasts
• A complete testing package

Edition details

• Publisher: Pearson Education ESL
• Publication date: 1992
• ISBN 10: 0138298629
• ISBN 13: 9780138298623
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 176