University Success Writing, Transition Level, with MyEnglishLab

Norloff, Charl; Renehan, Amy

ISBN 10: 0134400283 / ISBN 13: 9780134400280

Editore: Pearson Education ESL, 2016

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• Titolo: University Success Writing, Transition Level, with MyEnglishLab
• Editore: Pearson Education ESL
• Data di pubblicazione: 2016
• Lingua: Inglese
• ISBN 10: 0134400283
• ISBN 13: 9780134400280
• Rilegatura: Brossura
• Condizione: very_good

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Riassunto

University Success Writing is designed for English language learners preparing for mainstream

academic environments. A flexible three-part approach systematically builds skills tied to specific

learning outcomes along with authentic writing strategies from top Stanford University professors.

A strong focus on critical and creative thinking prepares students to approach writing assignments

in different disciplines and write in academic degree classes. The Writing stand supports students

through the writing process and moves them away from the production of highly structured essays.

• Each part is a self-contained module allowing teachers to focus on the highest-value skills and content.

Topics are aligned around science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) content.

– Parts 1 and 2 include presentation and controlled writing practice that guide students through

the writing process while building their essential writing and critical thinking skills.

– Part 3 includes interviews with professors discussing their own writing processes. Assignments

allow students to apply and expand the skills acquired in Parts 1 and 2.

• Additional online skill and vocabulary practices, collaboration activities, and assessments.

• Strategies for academic success and soft skills delivered via online videos.

• NEW! You can now create unique custom University Success content packs with Pearson Collections.

Dalla quarta di copertina

University Success Writing Transition Level is one strand of a three-strand developmental course designed for English language learners transitioning to mainstream academic environments. The Writing strand builds skills tied to specific learning outcomes with a strong focus on inquiry-based research writing to prepare students to write in academic degree classes. The Writing strand supports students through the writing process and moves them away from the production of highly structured essays.

Highlights

University Success Writing integrates a flexible three-part developmental approach — authentic content woven through all three parts provides intensive skill development and expanded application.

• Parts 1 and 2 include presentation and controlled writing practice that guide students through the writing process while building their essential writing and critical thinking skills.
• Part 3 includes authentic interviews with Stanford professors discussing their own writing processes, providing strategies students can incorporate into their own writing. Academic disciplines include: Sociology, Economics, Biology, Humanities, and Environmental Engineering. Writing assignments in Part 3 allow students to apply and expand the skills acquired in Parts 1 and 2.

Additional skill and vocabulary practices, collaboration activities, and assessments provide opportunities for personalized learning beyond the classroom.

Strategies for academic success and soft skills delivered via online videos, including how to read a syllabus and make appointments with professors, prepare students to cope with college culture.

Skills include:

• Developing a research question
• Supporting claims with facts and opinions
• Understanding satire and parody
• Synthesizing information from multiple sources