Language learning: listening skills Books
Pearson Education Limited Inspire English International Year 9 Workbook
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£12.09
HarperCollins Publishers Listening
Book SynopsisDo you understand textbook English' recordings but not what you hear in the real world?To improve your listening skills, you need to hear real conversations. That's why Collins Listening is based entirely on 50 authentic everyday interactions to help you understand what is said to you, whatever the circumstances.From buying a mobile phone to asking for directions, joining a gym to understanding transport announcements, Listening will help you understand what is said to you in real life situations and make sure everything you learn is useful.Twenty 4-page units with exercises and vocabulary work to help you understand differences in pronunciation and vocabularyAuthentic recordings of both native and non-native speakers of English, covering a wide variety of accents from around the worldRecordings include face-to-face conversations, public announcements, telephone calls, bookings, shopping scenarios and moreAdditional real vocabulary for everyday life, taken from the COBUILD English corpTrade ReviewAbout the Collins English for Life series:‘… superb, attractively packaged series (…) excellent support for candidates preparing for the Cambridge FCE and higher (…) work on the topics, skills and current needs of the language learner (…) may be used in various ways: either by learners alone, by teachers, or by teacher trainers on language development courses.’ About English for Life: Listening:‘…takes extracts of discourse directly from the Cobuild corpus of English in order to integrate authentic examples with tasks on, for example, adapting to local customs.’ Wayne Trotman, EL Gazette, August 2012
£12.59
Pearson Education Limited Inspire English International Year 8 Workbook
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£12.09
Pearson Education Limited Inspire English International Year 9 Student Book
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£22.69
Duckworth Books The Bonjour Effect The Secret Codes of French
Book SynopsisThe engaging, funny and essential guide to communicating with the FrenchTrade Review'This book confirms what the English have suspected for many years, that French is not so much a language as a dance, a ritual, a code to be cracked. The Bonjour Effect cracks it' David Boyle, author of How to be English'An indispensable linguistic roadmap. A highly enjoyable romp through French culture and its language, written with wit and aplomb' Debra Ollivier, author Entre Nous: A Woman's Guide to Finding Her Inner French Girl'Whether you're an expat in France, or simply dream of living there one day, The Bonjour Effect is a helpful resource to cracking the arcane cultural code. Engaging and often funny, filled with examples drawn from the authors' experiences, this is a guide to the most essential of French arts: conversation' Ann Mah, author of Mastering the Art of French Eating'Whether 'bonjour' is the beginning or the end of your French vocabulary, you'll find something fascinating, surprising, or just plain fou on nearly every page. Before reading this invaluable codebook to French language and culture, I feared that I'd somehow insulted every French waiter, shopkeeper, and clerk between Paris and Nice. Now I know I did, but at least I know why!' William Alexander, author of Flirting with French'The ability to speak French doesn't mean you know how to have a conversation in French in France. Journalists Julie Barlow and Jean-Benoit Nadeau break down the 'rules' of French conversation in their new book The Bonjour Effect' CBC'A lively and informative description of the country's cultural habits...' Lysiane Gagnon, The Globe and Mail'Julie Barlow and Jean-Benoît Nadeau unravel the mysteries of French conversation. They take readers beyond what the French are actually saying to explain what it is they really mean' Shannon Broderick, Gonomad.com'Very funny' Rudy Maxa's World with the Careys'Packed with fascinating insights' 49th Shelf
£10.44
John Murray Press Willkommen 1 Third edition German Beginners
Book Synopsis*This listing is for the coursebook. Willkommen! 1 is also available as a Course Pack, activity book, and CD & DVD set.*Willkommen! 1 German Beginner''s Course is a best-selling multi-format German adult learning programme for classroom and home use. Fully revised and updated for this new edition, the course includes a coursebook, course pack, activity book and CD and DVD set plus online activities. This blended learning approach will get you speaking, writing and understanding German with accuracy and confidence.The course covers levels A1 to A2 of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) for Languages. Whether you are learning for general interest, for your job, holiday, or for an exam, Willkommen! 1 is packed full of comprehensive material and interesting features to improve your fluency and understanding. Includes lively and contemporary topics from food, shopping and relationships to careers and lif
£19.54
Cambridge University Press A2 Key for Schools 1 for the Revised 2020 Exam
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£45.06
HarperCollins Publishers TOEIC Listening and Reading Skills TOEIC 750 B1
Book SynopsisCollins Skills for the TOEIC Test: Listening and Reading is a unique skills-based exam preparation course. It has been fully updated to reflect the new TOEIC Test specifications.TOEIC (Test of English for International Communication') is a test of English proficiency for people in the workplace seeking to work in an international environment or looking for promotion within their organisation.The TOEIC test questions simulate real-life situations relevant to the global workplace. Score reports for candidates provide accurate, meaningful feedback about a test taker's strengths and weaknesses.Collins Skills for TOEIC is a two book series (1 Listening/Reading; 2 Speaking/Writing) and focuses on helping learners handle the integrated skill aspect of the TOEIC test, where they are required to produce responses based on mixed input. Each book in the series therefore will contain all four skills but in different weightings.Summary of contents:Quick Guide: question overviews give learners an ea
£17.99
Dorling Kindersley Ltd 15 Minute German
Book SynopsisTeach yourself German in just 12 weeks with this fun, user-friendly, and uniquely visual language course. DK''s 15 Minute German is the perfect course for busy people who want to learn German fast. Twelve themed chapters are broken down into five daily 15-minute lessons with an easy-to-follow structure and spanning a range of practical themes, including leisure, business, food and drink, travel, and shopping.Each lesson combines vocabulary and grammar essentials with attractive full-colour illustrations, annotated images, and simple pronunciation guides for every word, making it quick, easy, and fun to learn new German vocabulary. There is no writing or homework - you simply use the cover flaps to hide the answers to exercises and test yourself as you learn. Each chapter ends with a review module, so you can track your progress and identify areas where you need further practice.The course includes a fully redesigned free audio app that enables y
£9.49
HarperCollins Publishers Listening for IELTS With Answers and Audio
Book SynopsisIf your listening is preventing you from getting the score you need in IELTS, Collins Listening for IELTS can help.Don''t let one skill hold you back.Collins Listening for IELTS has been specially created for learners of English who plan to take the IELTS exam to demonstrate that they have the required ability to communicate effectively in English, either at work or at university. It is ideal for learners with band score 5 5.5 who are aiming for band score 6 or higher on the IELTS test (CEF level B1 and above).This major new edition has been thoroughly updated and improved to make it even easier to use. Now in full colour, the book has a new layout and a series of brand new features to help students feel fully prepared for their IELTS exam: Pronunciation info boxes and helpful exercises Enhanced answer keys with further explanations of why answers are right or wrong, or ambiguous Watch out!' boxes that highlight common IELTS mistakes A revision checklist at the end of each section to
£13.49
Cambridge University Press IELTS Vocabulary For Bands 6.5 and above With Answers and Downloadable Audio
£41.68
Pearson Education Limited Talk Arabic Book 2nd Edition
Book SynopsisTable of Contents Introduction How to use Talk Arabic Pronunciation guide ahlan wa sahlan Arabic script: introduction min wayn inta? Arabic script: 1 Arabic script: 2 haadi Farida Arabic script: 3 Arabic script: 4 waaHid ’ahwa, min faDlak Checkpoint 1 law samaHt, fiih maT9am hawn? Arabic script: 5 Arabic script: 6 kiif aruuH lis-suu’? Arabic script: 7 Arabic script: the hamza ’addaysh haada? Checkpoint 2 9andak ghurfa? Arabic script: numbers fiih qiTaar li Halab? Modern Standard Arabic il-akl laziiz! Checkpoint 3 Arabic script: answers Transcripts and Answers Grammar Arabic–English glossary English-Arabic glossary
£8.16
Pearson Education Limited Talk Greek
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£8.16
Cambridge University Press Complete IELTS Bands 6575 Workbook without
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£23.75
Cambridge University Press Grammar and Vocabulary for First and First for
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£27.32
Bloomsbury Publishing USA Poetics of Listening
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£17.09
Cambridge University Press Cambridge English Skills Real Listening and
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£37.52
Cambridge University Press The New Zealand File Level 2
Book SynopsisCalled away suddenly to a secret meeting in New Zealand, British spy Ian Munro senses that he is being followed. Who's following him? And why is the coded information he is given so secret that others are prepared to kill for it? Can Munro escape and crack the code? Paperback-only version. Also available with Audio CD including complete text recordings from the book.Table of Contents1. From Fiji to Christchurch; 2. Christchurch; 3. From Christchurch to Haast; 4. Queenstown; 5. Wanaka – morning; 6. Wanaka – afternoon; 7. From Wanaka to Dunedin; 8. Dunedin; 9. The end of the road.
£13.13
Pearson Education Limited Talk Portuguese Book CD
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£14.39
Cambridge University Press A2 Key for Schools Trainer 1 for the Revised Exam
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£32.74
Cambridge University Press First for Schools Trainer 2 Six Practice Tests
Book SynopsisInside the book, you''ll find six full practice tests for B2 First for Schools. The first two tests have easy-to-follow, expert guidance including tips and advice boxes, training activities, exam practice, exam orientations and frequently asked questions. These two guided tests will ensure learners build their confidence in each exam paper by following the step-by-step advice. In the final four tests, learners continue to develop their exam technique by applying the guidance, exercises and tips they acquired in Tests 1 and 2.
£37.27
Dorling Kindersley Ltd 15 Minute Italian
Book SynopsisTeach yourself Italian in just 12 weeks with this fun-filled language course. DK''s 15 Minute Language is the perfect course for busy people who want to learn Italia fast. The 12 themed chapters are broken down into easy-to-follow 15-minute daily lessons, spanning a range of practical themes, including: leisure, business, food and drink, travel, and shopping. Each lesson combines vocabulary and grammar essentials with attractive full-colour images, making it quick, easy, and fun to learn new Italian vocabulary. There is no writing or homework - you simply use the cover flaps to hide the answers to exercises and test yourself as you learn. Each chapter ends with a review module, so you can track your progress and identify areas where you need further practice.Fancy becoming a pro at the language? Then get stuck in to discover: - Annotated photographic scenes and word lists make it easy to learn and remember new vocabulary.- 12 fun chapters, each designed to take a week to master, providing an easy-to-follow structure for new learners.- Easy-to-use pronunciation guide for every word, plus a dictionary and menu guide at the back of the book.- Regular review modules to help you track progress and assess how well you have learned the vocabulary in each chapterThe course includes a free audio app that enables you to hear Italian words and phrases spoken by native speakers. Use the app alongside the book''s easy-to-use pronunciation guides to perfect your pronunciation and practise Italian conversation in real-life situations. Whether you''re a complete beginner or just in need of a refresher course, there''s no easier way to learn Italian than with 15 Minute Italian Language.At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop there? Learn more languages with DK''s 15 minute guides to French, Spanish, Mandarin, Arabic and more!
£9.49
Pan Macmillan Listen Like You Mean It: How to Reclaim True
Book Synopsis‘Could there be a more relevant book for our times? Vengoechea implores us to truly hear other people (maybe for the first time) and is the perfect author of a book on why we should listen like we mean it’ - Nir Eyal, bestselling author of Hooked and IndistractableHear me out. Does this sound like you?You end a team meeting and can’t recall a single thing that was said.You leave a conversation with a friend feeling disconnected and unfulfilled.You think you and your boss are on the same page, only to find out you haven’t been meeting expectations.Fortunately, listening, like any communication skill, can be improved, and Ximena Vengoechea can show you how. As a user researcher, she has spent nearly a decade facilitating hundreds of conversations at LinkedIn, Twitter and Pinterest. It’s her job to uncover the truth behind how people use, and really think about, her company’s products. In Listen Like You Mean It, she reveals the tips and tricks of the trade, including:– How to quickly build rapport with strangers– Which questions help people unlock what they need to say– When it’s time to throw out the script entirely– How to recover from listener’s drainTrade ReviewThis is a book about generosity and dignity, about caring enough to actually let the truth come through. In the race to build the next big thing, too often we forget to build the right thing -- Seth Godin, author of The PracticeCould there be a more relevant book for our times? While there are plenty of books on persuasion, none tells us how to influence others through the quiet art of understanding. Vengoechea implores us to truly hear other people (maybe for the first time) and is the perfect author of a book on why we should listen like we mean it -- Nir Eyal, bestselling author of Hooked and IndistractableListen Like You Mean It brings an extremely underappreciated skill to the forefront, and illuminates practical ways we can all improve, whether we’re designing products, trying to reach an agreement, or simply listening to a friend. The world would be a better place if we all developed a listening mindset -- Liz Fosslien and Mollie West Duffy, co-authors of the Wall Street Journal bestseller No Hard FeelingsA helpful guide to listening, especially for people in human resources or research careers who depend on keen observational skills to succeed -- Lea Berman and Jeremy Bernard, author of Treating People WellListen Like You Mean It is a delight – a secret handbook for mastering communication in the work world and beyond, from a world-class expert who writes like a friend -- Jake Knapp, author of Make Time and SprintThis zestful guide will inspire readers to listen better. * Publishers Weekly *You know listening is one of the best ways to learn and connect, but how much time have you actually spent analyzing your style and skills? As a user experience researcher, Ximena Vengoechea specializes in the art and science of listening. Her book is full of revealing, instantly applicable ideas for leveraging your strengths and overcoming your weaknesses. -- Adam Grant, author of Think Again and Originals, and host of the TED podcast WorkLifeA helpful guide to listening, especially for people in human resources or research careers who depend on keen observational skills to succeed. -- Lea Berman and Jeremy Bernard, coauthors of Treating People WellAn engaging and approachable book clearly crafted by a professional communicator, this is an essential guide to listening to and truly hearing others. A helpful read for personal and professional development, or an unsubtle gift for encouraging more meaningful conversations. -- Adam J. Kurtz, artist and author of Things Are What You Make of Them
£9.49
HarperCollins Publishers Business Listening
Book SynopsisUnderstand what they''re saying however they say itThis completely innovative self-study book (with downloadable audio) is the perfect way for busy executives to improve their English listening skills.It features real people talking about their work and their lives in a variety of native and non-native accents alongside exercises and learning material.Collins English for Business is a new series of self-study skills books which focus on the language you really need to do business in English wherever you are in the world. Each title includes tips on how to communicate effectively and how to communicate inter-culturally. Other titles in the series: Speaking and Writing. Powered by COBUILD using the real language of business English Listening contents:Twenty 4-page units cover the key areas, such as Small Talk, Working in English Globally, Telephoning and Teleconferencing. Each unit contains:- Exercises based on authentic audio recording- Grammar tips- Key phrases Downloadable audio containing 78 minutes of authentic recordingsTrade Review‘Finally, modern, well-written and practical Business English texts that are perfect for reference and/or classroom use.’ Peter A. Lewis-Watts, Certified ESL Instructor, Barrie, Ontario, Canada.
£12.59
HarperCollins Publishers Get Ready for IELTS Listening
Book SynopsisA lower-level exam practice book designed to improve the level of students who plan to take the IELTS test in the future.Collins Get Ready for IELTS Listening is the perfect book for lower level learners who want to develop the necessary skills to perform effectively on the IELTS Listening test.Perfect for self-study, the series follows a guided-learning approach that gives students access to a full answer key with model answers. Developed by experienced IELTS tutors, the series takes into account the specific language needs of learners at this level.Twelve units of carefully graded material for lower level students, all supported with clear examplesKey IELTS grammar and vocabulary for the IELTS Listening test provided in each unitRegular exam tips and information in each unitWatch out!' sections that highlight common errors made by learners in the IELTS Listening testFour review units to check and consolidate understanding of key language and skills for the IELTS Listening testCompletTrade ReviewReview of Collins Listening for IELTS (2011) This book will help you to recognize and understand differences in pronunciation and vocabulary. It includes a CD covering a number of business topics, spoken by both native and non-native speakers of English. Business Spotlight, October 2011 Review of Collins Reading for IELTS (2011) ‘Reading for IELTS contains twelve units and covers the type of questions included in the exam. The choice of topic area is particularly relevant for those doing the Academic Module: cultural differences and education, for example.’ EL Gazette, July 2011
£13.49
HarperCollins Publishers Listening
Book SynopsisShortlisted at HRH THE DUKE OF EDINBURGH ENGLISH LANGUAGE BOOK AWARDS 2013Develop key listening skills and become more confident when listening to English, however it is spoken.To improve your listening skills, you need to hear real conversations. That's why Collins Listening (A2) is based entirely on 20 authentic recordings. It will help you understand what is said to you in a variety of situations, and make sure everything you learn is useful.Practise listening to real English in a range of accents by native and non-native speakers. Hear people talking about:Family Where they live Work, studies and career Life in a town, city or another country Sharing a house Music and sport Travel and tourism Collins Listening (A2) includes: Twenty units with a clear design in full colour. Authentic downloadable audio recordings of both native and non-native speakers of English, covering a wide variety of accents from around the world. Appendices containing detailed advice targeting specific listening skills. Mini-dictionary with definitions of the most difficult words in each unit, taken from the Collins COBUILD dictionary. Answer key.Collins Listening (A2) is part of the English for Life series. It is suitable for self-study and classroom use, and can help towards Cambridge ESOL KET exam preparation. Suitable for pre-intermediate learners of English (CEF level A2).The English for Life series uses authentic material from the Collins Corpus. The 4.5-billion-word Collins Corpus is the world's largest database of the English language and is updated every month.Also available in the Collins English for Life series:For Pre-Intermediate (A2) learners:Reading Writing SpeakingFor Intermediate (B1+) learners:Reading Writing Listening SpeakingTrade Review‘… an original entry with a strong layout, progression and development. It is easy to use and is successful in making even the mundane activities of daily life engaging and interesting. The audio files are authentic and the content is very suitable for the target audience.–English-Speaking Union judging panel at HRH The Duke of Edinburgh English Language Book Awards 2013 About the Collins English for Life (B1+) series:‘… superb, attractively packaged series … excellent support for candidates preparing for the Cambridge FCE and higher … work on the topics, skills and current needs of the language learner …’Wayne Trotman, EL Gazette, August 2012
£12.59
Pearson Education NorthStar Listening and Speaking 1 with
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£62.74
Pearson Education NorthStar Listening and Speaking 3 with
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£61.79
Pearson Education NorthStar Listening and Speaking 4 with
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£62.68
Oxford University Press, USA Q Skills for Success Level 2 Listening Speaking
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£33.00
OUP Oxford Q Skills for Success Level 3 Listening Speaking
Book SynopsisQ: Skills for Success, Second Edition is a six-level paired skills series that helps students to think critically and succeed academically.With new note-taking skills, an extended writing syllabus and authentic video in every unit, Q: Skills for Success Second Edition equips students for academic success better than ever. This Student Book helps students to measure their progress, with clearly stated unit objectives that motivate students to achieve their language learning goals. And the online content, seamlessly integrated into the Student Book, allows teachers to truly implement blended learning into the classroom.
£63.12
Pearson Education Reviewing Basic Grammar
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£155.99
The University of Chicago Press Enumerations Data and Literary Study
Book SynopsisPiper shows how we can use data in digital humanities to learn more about the texts under consideration, making use of the surprising information that calculation and quantity can offer about words, how they're used, and what the texts in which they're found mean.
£76.00
The University of Chicago Press Enumerations
Book SynopsisPiper shows how we can use data in digital humanities to learn more about the texts under consideration, making use of the surprising information that calculation and quantity can offer about words, how they’re used, and what the texts in which they’re found mean.
£22.80
Penguin Random House Children's UK The Enormous Turnip Activity Book Ladybird
Book SynopsisWe make growing up the best story ever! Here at Ladybird, we publish books to inspire curious minds. From first words to fluency, we're here for young readers at every step. As the home of Read it yourself, Ladybird Readers and First Words with Peppa, we guide learners from one story to the next - sparking plenty of smiles along the way.
£9.69
Penguin Random House Children's UK On the Farm Activity Book
Book SynopsisWe make growing up the best story ever! Here at Ladybird, we publish books to inspire curious minds. From first words to fluency, we're here for young readers at every step. As the home of Read it yourself, Ladybird Readers and First Words with Peppa, we guide learners from one story to the next - sparking plenty of smiles along the way.
£9.39
Penguin Random House Children's UK Peppa Pig Fun with Old Things Activity Book Ladybird Readers Level 1
Book SynopsisPeppa Pig (Author) Peppa Pig is a BAFTA award-winning preschool animation shown daily on channel Five's Milkshake and Nick Jnr. Join Peppa and her family on their funny, action-packed, everyday adventures in this collection of activity, story and novelty books.Ladybird (Author) We make growing up the best story ever! Here at Ladybird, we publish books to inspire curious minds. From first words to fluency, we're here for young readers at every step. As the home of Read it yourself, Ladybird Readers and First Words with Peppa, we guide learners from one story to the next - sparking plenty of smiles along the way.
£9.39
Penguin Random House Children's UK Peppa Pig Daddy Pigs Old Chair Ladybird Readers
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£6.93
Penguin Random House Children's UK Peppa Pig The Fair Ladybird Readers Level 1
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£6.30
Penguin Random House Children's UK Peppa Pig Going to the Moon Ladybird Readers
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£6.93
Dorling Kindersley Ltd 15 Minute Japanese
Book SynopsisTeach yourself Japanese in just 12 weeks with this fun-filled language course. DK''s 15 Minute Language is the perfect course for busy people who want to learn Japanese fast.The 12 themed chapters are broken down into easy-to-follow 15-minute daily lessons, spanning a range of practical themes, including: leisure, business, food and drink, travel, and shopping.Each lesson combines vocabulary and grammar essentials with attractive full-colour images, making it quick, easy, and fun to learn new Japanese vocabulary. There is no writing or homework - you simply use the cover flaps to hide the answers to exercises and test yourself as you learn. Each chapter ends with a review module, so you can track your progress and identify areas where you need further practice.Fancy becoming a pro at the language? Then get stuck in to discover: -Annotated photographic scenes and word lists make it easy to learn and remember new -vocabulary.-1
£9.49
The University of Michigan Press The Michigan Guide to Teaching EAP Skills for the
Book SynopsisFeatures activities for teaching reading, listening, writing, and speaking; reproducible material to develop academic skills; two complete practice tests and two mini-tests; and, audio CDs containing the material for listening and integrated tasks. This teaching guide offers support for teachers and practice for students preparing for the iBT.
£33.88
LUP - University of Michigan Press Learning Computers Speaking English
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£25.01
The University of Michigan Press Listening Myths
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£24.77
The University of Michigan Press Listening for Academic Purposes
Book SynopsisProvides an Introduction to English for Academic Purposes in Listening and contains six two-part lectures on the topic within a field of academic study: architecture, marketing, earth science, history, chemistry, and line arts. The exercises practice an array of important academic listening strategies, including note-taking.
£23.83
The University of Michigan Press Improving Aural Comprehension Workbook
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£23.56
The University of Michigan Press Reading and Writing for Academic Success
Book SynopsisPresents high-level academic content-based instruction to students who are preparing to participate in the academic community. The material is appropriate for classes where critiquing and integrating authentic text to reflect, react, write, and revise is stressed.
£28.18
The University of Michigan Press Targeting Listening and Speaking
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£26.37
