Derek Utley Libros

What is 'culture'? How do you tell other people about your national culture? How do you talk about the culture of the organisation where you work or study? It is becoming increasingly recognised that intercultural communication skills are a vital component in successful international communication. These questions and other important cultural issues are raised in this photocopiable resource book which aims to develop intercultural awareness and competence through 50 different activities. Each activity is accompanied by thorough notes for the teacher, explaining the procedure and possible outcomes and providing suggestions for further reading. The book also features a useful introduction to the subject of intercultural communication and a reading list.

All of the 14 units are short, easy-to-use and do not require much preparation on the part of the teacher. The three case studies interspersed throughout the book allow the learner the opportunity to use the language acquired in the preceding units in more extended speaking activities. Speaking Effectively is accompanied by a cassette with the tapescripts in the back of the book.

The beginners' course in Spanish, Espana Viva, aims not only to teach Spanish but also something about the people who speak it. Suitable for those who know little or no Spanish, Espana Viva is carefully structured to suit learners without much time to study. The course is presented in a CD format.