Synopses & Reviews
Speaking Naturally is for intermediate and high intermediate ESL/EFL students who are interested in using English in social interaction. Each unit contains: - Presentation of language functions (thanking, agreeing, disagreeing, inviting, etc.) in both formal and informal situations - Informative readings on the cultural 'rules' students need to know in real-life situations - Exercises and role plays for pairs and small groups, to encourage interaction - Short recorded dialogues, which expose students to a range of American accents and levels of formality. Speaking Naturally can be used as a classroom text, as a supplementary text, and for self-study.
Synopsis
Communication skills in American English. Self-study.
Synopsis
Communication skills in American English. Self-study. The Student's Book focuses on a language function, such as requesting information, thanking, complimenting, and inviting, while readings explain the cultural rules students need to know to communicate naturally and effectively. Structured exercises, as well as freer role plays, often involve pairs or small groups, and encourage interaction in the classroom.
Table of Contents
Acknowledgments; To the teacher; To the student; 1. Openings and closings; 2. Introductions and address systems; 3. Invitations; 4. Thanking people and replying to thanks; 5. Apologizing; 6. Expressing anger and resolving conflict; 7. Giving compliments and replying to compliments; 8. Getting people's attention and interrupting; 9. Agreeing and disagreeing; 10. Controlling the conversation; 11. Getting information.