Igcse English As Second Language (Coursebook - 1) (With 2 Cd)

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IGCSE English as a Second Language, Third edition matches the requirements of the revised University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) syllabus. The series is written by an experienced IGCSE teacher and trainer and is endorsed by CIE, ensuring that it is up to date and comprehensive in its coverage. Coursebook 1 is ideal for students who are planning to take the examination after a two-year course. It prepares students for the more demanding and exam-focused Coursebook 2, which must be completed before a candidate can be considered ready for the examination. Coursebook 1 is presented in a colourful new design, 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, as well as research and study skills, and activities for vocabulary building. Furthermore, each unit has a specific language-focus section, to revise and consolidate key areas of language awareness. Features include Total coverage of the CIE syllabus Interesting stimulus material and activities based on topical themes Audio CDs for use with the listening activities Plenty of discussion activities to practise speaking skills Opportunities for research, study skills and project work Focus on language to develop grammar awareness Plenty of activities for vocabulary building Table of Contents Introduction Introductory unit The English language 1 Part 1. The world around us Unit 1. Space Unit 2. Living creatures Unit 3. Natural disasters Unit 4. Water Unit 5. Plants Unit 6. Animals Unit 7. The senses Unit 8. Edible plants Part 2. Human endeavour Unit 9. Explorers Unit 10. Jobs Unit 11. Running Unit 12. Sport Unit 13. Science Unit 14. Technology Unit 15. Buildings Unit 16. Wonders of the world Unit 17. Leisure Unit 18. Films Concluding unit The English language 2 Appendix Transcripts of accompanying audio CDs