The remarkable story of Patrick O'Connell, the former Ireland and Manchester
United captain who saved Barcelona from extinction died destitute in London,
where he lies in an unmarked grave.
New Critical Thinking and Reflective Learning training helps students become
more analytical and therefore more effective as learners. New Academic
Vocabulary sections systematically build up students' knowledge of the all-
important Academic Word List. New Academic Style sections focus on key aspects
of academic English, and develop students' ability to achieve the appropriate
formal style. The Key Language Bank provides a reference tool and extra
practice activities to help students build their vocabulary and knowledge of
grammar. An expanded Writing Practice Bank provides model answers and
additional writing practice for both Tasks 1 and 2. Error Hit Lists help
students eliminate common errors from their work. Additional exam practice is
available with the interactive iTests on the CD-ROM.
Build your students' academic language and skills with the Vocabulary Builder
and Academic Word Study sections Easily build awareness of what is expected in
the exam using the Exam Link Boxes Improve your learners' production with ease
they will quickly build general academic vocabulary and integrate key words
and phrases from the Academic Word List in their writing and speaking
performance Develop your students' language skills with the graded reading
texts and Writing Practice Bank, which gives extra practice in additional
writing topics Teacher Support Make lessons varied and exciting using the
Teacher's Book which includes solid lesson notes and full answers * Get lots
of free IELTS resources at www.longman.com/exams
Interesting texts and material keep students motivated Key structures and
Quick check boxes highlight useful grammar points DIY Learning strategies and
projects encourage out-of-class study to speed-up progress Key Language
Practice Bank provides additional support and practice in grammar and
vocabulary ideal for mixed level classes and self-study Writing Practice Bank
gives practice in basic writing skills, guided tasks and model answers
Exam Briefings and Task Approach boxes tell students what they need to know
about each task type and how to tackle it Extra grammar, vocabulary and
writing practice in the end section can be used for class work or self-study
Key Language Bank provides essential reinforcement of problematic language
areas * Writing Practice Bank gives guided answers and additional writing
topics
This is a fully-integrated course designed to prepare students for the
Cambridge First Certificate examination. The two-part structure makes the
course suitable for both long-term and short-term courses. Also included are
exam practice sections for vocabulary, use of English and interview papers. A
writing bank containing model texts and detailed guidance on all potential
tasks reinforces and develops writing skills and provides a useful section for
reference and revision. The functions bank presents functional language
clearly and concisely and can be used as a reference by students before,
during or after the communication activities.
Respected throughout the world, the highly successful Focus series combines
comprehensive exam skills training and enjoyable texts with excellent
reference and practice materials. The Teacher's Book provides clear teaching
notes, answers and tapescripts.