Series Synopsis
Designed specifically for students on foundation courses and at university, this three-level (Intermediate, Upper Intermediate, Advanced) integrated skills course develops academic language and critical thinking skills essential for successful university studies across all disciplines.
The Intermediate (CEF B1+) level book introduces students to the characteristics of written and spoken academic texts. Students are guided towards developing relevant strategies for setting study goals and approaching these texts. From asking for help, understanding essay questions to planning essay paragraphs and listening for gist and detail, students have a wealth of opportunities to practice all core academic skills.
Features:
Integrated academic skills and authentic academic texts in each main unit
Five lecture skills units, featuring authentic lectures from the University of Cambridge and student interviews, provide practice in listening to lectures and note-taking
Language informed by the Cambridge Academic Corpus
A list of key academic words, essential for development of academic vocabulary
'Focus on your subject' and 'Study Tips' sections develops independent learning skills and personalised learning
The DVD is linked to the lecture skills units
The class audio CD accompanies the listening and speaking sections