Grammar Connection 1: Structure Through Content - Softcover

Jill Korey O'Sullivan

 
9781413008302: Grammar Connection 1: Structure Through Content

Synopsis

Connecting learners to structure through academic content, Grammar Connection 1 teaches the authentic language skills learners need for academic and professional success. Discourse-based grammar presentation through readings and conversations offers natural language instruction and prepares learners for academic success. Authentic contexts from academic disciplines provide essential background for grammar presentation and practice. Concise lessons with clear grammar charts create an easy-to-follow learning framework. High-frequency academic vocabulary is systematically developed in Content Vocabulary sections. Multi-skills practice in reading, writing, listening, and speaking simulates the skills learners need in academic contexts. Connection: Putting It Together synthesizes grammar, vocabulary, and content through communicative activities. Review and Learner Logs summarize language instruction and enhance learner independence.

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About the Author

Jill Korey O'Sullivan has worked in the fields of English as a second language and literacy acquisition as a teacher, writer, and editor. She has taught and developed materials for students of a broad range of levels and in a variety of educational settings, including kindergarten, middle school, community college, and adult education programs. Ms. Korey O'Sullivan holds a Masters Degree in Education from Harvard University.

Review

1. College Success: First Day 2. College Success: Filling Out Forms 3. College Success: The Classroom 4. College Success: Finding Your Way Around 5. College Success: People and Programs 6. Science: The Brain 7. Health: Nursing 8. Media: Television 9. Biology: Studying Animals 10. Health: Stress 11. Education: Learning Styles 12. Computer Science: Computer Literacy 13. English: Journal Writing 14. Sociology: The Family 15. Literature: Shakespeare 16. Media Studies: Fame 17. World History: The Twentieth Century 18. Business: Successful Business People 19. Criminology: Crime 20. Archaeology: Ancient Egypt 21. Marketing: Advertising 22. Business: Tourism 23. Health Sciences: Physical Therapy 24. Science: In the Laboratory 25. Cultural Anthropology: Gestures 26. Criminology: The Courtroom 27. Business: Opening a Restaurant 28. Medicine: Today and Tomorrow 29. Engineering: Energy Sources 30. Computer Science: The Past, Present, and Future of Computers Appendices Vocabulary Index Index

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