American Perspectives: Readings on Contemporary U.S. Culture - Softcover

Earle-Carlin, Susan; Hildebrand, Colleen

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0201520753 ISBN 13: 9780201520750

Publisher: Pearson Education ESL, 1999

Synopsis

American Perspectives ,by Susan Earle-Carlin and Colleen Hildebrand, helps high-intermediate and advanced students develop skills in reading comprehension and critical thinking. Each theme-based unit offers multiple views of contemporary U.S. culture. Authentic readings from books, newspapers, magazines, and websites stimulate cross-cultural discussion and writing.

Features:

• Introductory readings and preview activities tap students' previous knowledge and assumptions about U.S. culture.
• Reading skills and vocabulary expansion activities help students understand and express their ideas about the texts.
• Collaborative activities encourage students to interact with the readings and develop critical thinking skills.
• Short written responses, essays, research papers, as well as editing practice, help students perfect their writing skills as they reflect on their own values and experiences.
• Topics include the changing American family, the pursuit of happiness, health and fitness, and the importance of sports in our lives.

About this title

From the Back Cover

American Perspectives helps high-intermediate and advanced students develop skills in reading comprehension and critical thinking. Each theme-based unit offers multiple views of contemporary U.S. culture. Authentic readings from books, newspapers, magazines, and websites stimulate cross-cultural discussion and writing.

Features:

• Introductory readings and preview activities tap students' previous knowledge and assumptions about U.S. culture.
• Reading skills and vocabulary expansion activities help students understand and express their ideas about the texts.
• Collaborative activities encourage students to interact with the readings and develop critical thinking skills.
• Short written responses, essays, research papers, as well as editing practice, help students perfect their writing skills as they reflect on their own values and experiences.
• Topics include the changing American family, the pursuit of happiness, health and fitness, and the importance of sports in our lives.

Edition details

• Publisher: Pearson Education ESL
• Publication date: 1999
• ISBN 10: 0201520753
• ISBN 13: 9780201520750
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 288