Touchstone. Student`s Book 1 (+ CD-ROM)

Touchstone is a ground-breaking new series that offers a fresh approach to teaching and learning North American English. It draws on the Cambridge International Corpus, a large database of conversations and written texts, to build a syllabus based on how people actually use English. The series introduces unique`conversation management`strategies, places special emphasis on teaching vocabulary and vocabulary-learning strategies, and offers exciting ideas for personalized, learner-centered interaction.Key Features Grammar presented in natural contexts- Vocabulary-learning strategies Strategies for managing conversation Inductive learning tasks Useful facts about spoken language Personalized speaking and writing practice Communicative pronunciation activities- Listening strategies Reading that leads to realistic writing tasks Clear learning aims Self-assessment tools Self-study Audio CD/CD-ROM for Windows and MacintoshThe four levels of Touchstone take adult and young adult learners from the beginning through the intermediate levels of proficiency. Student`s Book 1 is designed for beginners and teaches basic grammar, vocabulary, and conversation strategies for everyday interaction.