Spectrum: Level 1B Workbook: a Communicative Course in English - Softcover

Warshawsky, Diane; Costinett, Sandra; Byrd, Donald R. H.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0138299617 ISBN 13: 9780138299613

Publisher: Longman Publishing Group, 1993

Synopsis

Level 1B of a six-level course in American English which stresses student comprehension of listening and reading input before they are asked to produce and practise new language. It includes a systematic approach to grammar, with new structures highlighted in dialogues, readings and exercises.

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: Longman Publishing Group
• Publication date: 1993
• ISBN 10: 0138299617
• ISBN 13: 9780138299613
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 64