Dimensions
142 x 125 x 10mm
EAP Now! English for Academic Purposes has been carefully written to provide the required academic skills for success in English-speaking tertiary institutions.
It takes students from Upper Intermediate to Advanced level. Although designed specifically for students from countries where English is not the native language, its focus on academic skills means it is also extremely useful for native speakers of English who are preparing for college or university study.
Unique features inlcude:
Speaking, Writing, Reading and Listening for EAP included in a single course book.
Extra EAP skills are also included: Grammar, Critical Thinking, English for the Internet Age, and Learner Independence/Study Skills.
All these skills are thematically linked within each unit.
Tasks guide students through realistic situations and assignments, simulating those they will find at university or college.
Variety of tasks and approach means that multiple intelligences and a range of learning styles are catered for.
Cross-cultural approach helps students to communicate across cultures and utilises their individual experiences.
Models provided for academic texts (including various kinds of essays), plus guidance and plenty of essay questions for practice.
Learning tips, to reinforce important points.
Available on the accompanying Class Cassettes or Audio CD-ROM (which are linked to the Student book) are recordings of:
Tutorial discussions, lectures and academic requests - with appropriate tasks.
A variety of accents to help students prepare for English in the real world.
EAP Now! English for Academic Purposes provides 240 hours of comprehensive student practice – a complete EAP course. A table, at the back of the book, shows students how tasks can be utilised to practise for the four sections (reading, writing, speaking and listening) of the IELTS test.
