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A Handbook of Pronunciation
Publisher: LINCOM | 436 pages | 2005 | PDF | 4 MB

The pronunciation and intonation of 12 languages are described in this book: English, Italian, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Arabic, Hindi, Chinese, Japanese, and Esperanto. They are dealt with (in such a precise manner as never seen before) by applying natural phonetics (i.e. articulatory, auditory, and functional) thoroughly dealt with in the twin volume, A Handbook of Phonetics. Many figures clearly show the peculiarities of vowels, consonants, intonation, and tones, whereas very accurate and faithful transcriptions help to "see the sounds" of several languages. There are about 350 phones in this book, treated with the rigor and effectiveness of the phonetic method. Neutral (or "standard") pronunciations are described, including the American variants of English, French, Spanish, and Portuguese. Each chapter comprises: Generalities, Vowels, Consonants, Structures, and Text. In addition, about thirty native accents (with variants) are dealt with, including American and British "mediatic" English (used in radio and television broadcastings; the British variant is often called "Estuary English"), besides "international", Canadian, Australian (with its well-known 4 variants), New-Zealand, traditional-British and Cockney English. For French, we also have "international", "mediatic" Parisian, banlieu Parisian, Marseilles and Canadian French. For German, besides neutral pronunciation, the variants of the former West Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and South Tyrol are also given. For Italian, the traditional pronunciation is added and a couple of "mediatic" variants (from Milan and Rome) as well. Also for Russian and Chinese, some variants are given, which are useful for descriptive and teaching purposes. The author was trained in the British phonetic tradition and teaches Phonetics and phonology at the University of Venice, Italy.

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CAE Result! Student Book + Audio

By Kathy Gude, Mary Stephens
Publisher: O U P 2006 | 184 Pages + 1 hour and 5 mins | PDF + MP3 | 55 MB

The new multi-level exam preparation series for Cambridge ESOL exams which inspires students to better exam results.

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Grammar and Language Workbook Grade 7 (Glencoe Language Arts)

By Editors
Publisher: Glen coe 1999 | 353 Pages | PDF | 12 MB

The Grammar and Language Workbook offers sequential language instruction along with extensive drill and practice in grammar, usage, and mechanics. This important tool includes a handbook as well as vocabulary, spelling, and composition lessons.

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"Departures in Reading: Level B" , Peter Viney

Oxford University Press | June 1984 | 44 pages | PDF + MP3| 14.7 MB + 56.72 Mb

Departures in Reading B makes reading an easy and enjoyable experience for students just beginning to learn English. Audio Cassette (MP3).

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Mark B. Thogmartin, "Teach a Child to Read With Children's Books: Combining Story Reading, Phonics, and Writing to Promote Reading Success"

A 1999 Parents' Choice Approved Seal Winner! Combining story reading, phonics, and writing, this book offers an anjoyable, integrated approach to learning to read. Topics include preparing children for success before formal lessons begin, using books to promote learning anjoyment, and where to find the right books.

Summary: A Must-Have for Every Parent!

Very well written and a lot of useful information. Don't let this one slip by, your child will thank you.

Summary: Great supplement to phonics instruction

I'm a former elementary school teacher and homeschooling mom and this book was very helpful to me. Dr. Throgmartin uses principles of Reading Recovery (a highly successful program used in schools for students who are behind) and shows how to integrate the best elements of phonics and whole language research to help your child get the meaning from the text, which, after all, is the point of learning to read. He includes simple assessments and log sheets to help you scientifically track progress. Of special interest was his explanation of whole language instruction and reasons for bias of many Christian educators against it. Actually, my own bias may have kept me from even reading the book if it weren't for the chapter on Reading Recovery, which, while teaching, I had observed to be the best remedial reading program used. Although I don't follow his program to a T, the elements I added to my son's phonics and writing instruction made an immediate change for the better. The only possible caution is his recommended book list. Although it doesn't contain anything blatantly offensive, there are many better books out there. However, he does give guidelines for rating book levels so you could start with the books your child already has and build from there. Overall, this book is easy to read and understand. I highly recommend it to teachers who rely heavily on phonics instruction or just want to spark their students' love for reading.

Family Literacy Center | 1997 200 pages | PDF | 10 MB

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"The Dictionary of Quotations" by, Elizabeth Knowles

The O.rd Dictionary of Quotations is as impressive, erudite, enjoyable, and educational a tome as you might expect from Oxford. It's the sort of undertaking the press does very well. The first such dictionary, as compiled by Oxford, was published in 1953, and it's been tweaking, modifying, and updating it ever since. The fifth edition offers well over 20,000 quotations from more than 3,000 authors. The quotations are arranged alphabetically, by author, so browsing provides insight into the authors quoted, more so than do compendiums that are organize by theme.

O.d Unity Press | 1999 | 1152 pages | PDF | 7,6 MB

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Oxford Heroes 1 ( SB,TB,WB,Audio CDs, CD-ROM )

Oxford Heroes takes students from high-starter to intermediate level. Every unit of Oxford Heroes is divided into three complete lessons, providing a clear progression from new language to skills work.

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Key features

*Cartoon stories and up-to-date texts make learning enjoyable and help motivate students.
*Balanced syllabus develops all four skills with plenty of opportunities for speaking and writing.
*Grammar and vocabulary sections provide clear presentation and plenty of practice.
*Songs, projects, and a play, plus revision sections throughout the Student's Book, help recycle and reinforce new language.

Oxford | 2008 | PDF,NRG,MP3 | 320 kbps | 750 MB

American Ways: An Introduction to American Culture, 3rd Edition

Maryanne Kearny Datesman, JoAnn Crandall, Edward N. Kearny,

American Ways: An Introduction to American Culture, Third Edition, by Maryanne Kearny Datesman, JoAnn Crandall, and Edward N. Kearny, focuses on the traditional values that have attracted people to the United States for well over 200 years and traces the effects of these values on American life. Chapter themes include diversity, the family, education, government and politics, religion, business, and recreation. Cross-cultural activities --- from discussion topics to writing projects --- encourage high-intermediate to advanced students to compare their own values with those discussed in the readings. New to the Third Edition:
*Expanded pre-reading exercises preview the chapter content and Academic Word List vocabulary.
*Improve Your Reading Skills helps students become independent readers.
*Build Your Vocabulary features collocations and exercises that expand on the Academic Word List.
*New Internet activities offer opportunities for further research and study.

Pearson ESL | 2005 | 296 pages | PDF | 52 MB

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The Companion to Modern British Culture
Michael Higgins

British culture today is the product of a shifting combination of tradition and experimentation, national identity and regional and ethnic diversity. These distinctive tensions are expressed in a range of cultural arenas, such as art, sport, journalism, fashion, education, and race. This Companion addresses these and other major aspects of British culture, and offers a sophisticated understanding of what it means to study and think about the diverse cultural landscapes of contemporary Britain. Each contributor looks at the language through which culture is formed and expressed, the political and institutional trends that shape culture, and at the role of culture in daily life. This interesting and informative account of modern British culture embraces controversy and debate, and never loses sight of the fact that Britain and Britishness must always be understood in relation to the increasingly international context of globalisation.

C-dge University Press | 2010 | 340 pages | PDF | 1,5 MB

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Grammar Express: for self study for the classroom (with Answer Key)
Marjorie Fuchs, Margaret Bonner, Kenna Bourke,

Take command of your English!.
* Self-check activities throughout confirm your understanding of grammar points
* Be careful! Notes warn you of typical learner errors
* Self tests check your progress
*32 appendices provide you with useful information from phrasal verbs to American and British English
Longman | 2003 | 432 pages | PDF | 256 MB

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Building Grammar Skills for TOEFL IBT

A complete guide to English Grammar, which covers every part of speech, and is presented with people who are planning to take the iBT TOEFL exam in mind. Over 50 key grammar points which feature: clear, detailed explanations, over 115 exercises, and thousands of questions.

Publisher: Adam Worcester edition 2007 | PDF | 220 pages | 10 mb

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"Professional Development for Language Teachers: Strategies for Teacher Learning"
Jack C. Richards, Thomas S. C. Farrell ,

This much-needed text provides a coherent and strategic approach to teacher development Teacher Development for Language Teachers examines ten different approaches for facilitating professional development in language teaching: self-monitoring, support groups, journal writing, classroom observation, teaching portfolios, analysis of critical incidents, case analysis, peer coaching, team teaching, and action research. The introductory chapter provides a conceptual framework. All chapters contain practical examples and reflection questions to help readers apply the approach in their own teaching context.

C-dge University Press | 2005 | 212 pages | PDF | 1,3 MB

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