College English Practical Reading.

Author: Guan Xingzhong
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Publish Date: 2005-03-01
Features: The "College English Elective Course Series Textbooks" (for non-English majors at undergraduate level) are compiled based on the new "College English Curriculum Teaching Requirements" issued by the Ministry of Education of China. This series of textbooks meets the new requirements of college English teaching reform in China, applies new English teaching concepts, absorbs new English teaching achievements, draws on a wide range of sources, and is a comprehensive college English elective course series. The textbooks have been tested and widely praised by faculty and students at participating institutions such as Tsinghua University, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing University of Technology, and Beijing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics. They are suitable for senior undergraduate or graduate students of non-English majors, especially for a broad range of students preparing for the College English Test Band 4/6 (CET-4/6) and postgraduate entrance exams.
The "College English Elective Course Series Textbooks" (for non-English majors at undergraduate level) are compiled based on the new "College English Curriculum Teaching Requirements" issued by the Ministry of Education of China, including "College English Practical Reading" (Volume 1 and 2), "College English Practical Writing," "College English Practical Translation," "New Selected Readings from British and American Newspapers and Magazines," and "New College English Examination Vocabulary Handbook" (Volume 1 and 2). This series of textbooks meets the new requirements of college English teaching reform in China, applies new English teaching concepts, absorbs new English teaching achievements, draws on a wide range of sources, and is a comprehensive college English elective course series. The textbooks are designed for senior undergraduate or graduate students of non-English majors, especially as a valuable resource for students preparing for the College English Test Band 4/6 (CET-4/6) and postgraduate entrance exams.
"College English Practical Reading" (Volume 2) features rich and diverse content, covering various fields such as literature, politics, international trade, and finance. It includes both the masterpieces of traditional literary giants and the insights of multinational companies and Bill Gates. The selections range from cultural introductions to motivational and aspirational articles. The textbook emphasizes authentic material, aiming to help students absorb knowledge from a vast pool of resources and truly bridge the communication gap between the East and the West.
To address the issue of students' weak practical English skills, the post-reading exercises focus on discussions and written reflections on the course content, deepening students' understanding of the texts while improving their written expression—a dual benefit. It is believed that this approach will effectively solve the problem of students who have vocabulary but struggle with how to use and express it. The questions posed are thought-provoking, encouraging critical thinking and fostering analytical skills.
Additionally, to prepare for the National Postgraduate Entrance Examination in English, the book includes translation exercises and fill-in-the-blank exercises for key passages of the selected articles, along with reference answers. Annotations are provided for unfamiliar words and background knowledge in the articles. The glossary of new words is arranged in alphabetical order for convenience and practicality.