Introduction to english as a second language. Coursebook. Per le Scuole superiori. Con CD Audio. Con e-book. Con espansione online

Peter Lucantoni

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ISBN 10: 1107686989 ISBN 13: 9781107686984

Casa editrice: Cambridge University Press, 2015

Introduction to English as a Second Language è un corso d'inglese di livello intermedio, per gli studenti che studiano in un contesto internazionale il Cambridge IGCSE. È un corso ideale anche per coloro che stanno studiando per il conseguimento di altre qualifiche, come il Cambridge English: Preliminary (PET) o il Cambridge English: First (FCE), e per coloro che sono allo Stage 9 del curricolo del Cambridge Secondary 1 Inglese come Seconda Lingua. Fornisce anche un prezioso supporto sugli aspetti linguistici per coloro che studiano altre materie curricolari in inglese alla Scuola secondaria di primo o secondo grado. Novità 2017: Il titolo Introduction to English as a Second Language ha una nuova copertina. Contenuti e isbn rimangono identici.

Descrizione del libro:

Introduction to English as a Second Language is a course to prepare students for studying at IGCSE or equivalent level. Presented in a colourful updated design and offering clear, practical support for students, it follows a variety of interesting themes and topics, with a focus on skills development: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Each unit provides opportunities for thinking and discussion, along with developing research and study skills. Furthermore, each unit has a specific language-focus section to revise and consolidate key areas of language awareness and activities for vocabulary building. Audio CD is included for use with the listening activities.

Contenuti:

Introduction; Part 1. The World around Us: Unit 1. How many planets are there in space?; Unit 2. What's a living creature?; Unit 3. What's a hurricane?; Unit 4. Are there any monsters in the ocean?; Unit 5. What's an ecosystem?; Unit 6. Can bees scare elephants?; Unit 7. Can penguins see underwater?; Unit 8. How hot are chilli peppers?; Part 2. Human Endeavour: Unit 9. Who was Ibn Battuta?; Unit 10. What's the best job for a teenager?; Unit 11. Who are the Maasai?; Unit 12. What does a triathlete do?; Unit 13. How much water do you use?; Unit 14. How important is oil?; Unit 15. How do you say bridge in your language?; Unit 16. Where are the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World?; Unit 17. What impact does fashion have on teenagers?; Unit 18. What does that sign mean?; Appendix 1. Audioscripts of accompanying CD; Appendix 2. Paired texts.