註釋 | The centerpiece of the text is real-world audio segments, which embrace natural features of speech such as accents, pauses, fillers, false starts repetition, corrections and varying speech rates. Moreover, the vocabulary in the segments includes colorful expressions and idioms which give students the rare opportunity to listen in a class environment to how English is spoken in the real world.
Key features are: • Audio segments preparing students for real-world English by featuring actual, natural speech including accents, pauses, fillers, corrections and idioms. • An integrated approach to comprehension helping students master listening by using their own experience, studying new vocabulary and expressions and collaboration with peers. • A flexible structure allowing students to examine listening strategies while also studying vocabulary, interactive communication, presentation skills critical thinking, research and cultural awareness. • Cultural Notes and Language Notes appearing throughout the book and introducing students to interesting aspects of American life and speaking. • Additional online practice in listening and vocabulary.
*2 CDs are included |