VOA Standard English: Delicious English Listening Series (Includes one MP3 disc)

Author: Meng Yanli
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Publish Date: 2005-03-01
Features: "VOA American Accent & Flavorful Listening" is a series of American English listening books compiled using VOA materials. This series is designed for adult learners in China, helping them comprehensively improve their language skills and proficiency in listening. The entire series consists of 3 volumes, each volume is interconnected yet relatively independent. The three volumes progress step by step with a well-structured gradient. Therefore, the entire series can be used sequentially or individually, catering to learners at all levels from beginner to intermediate and advanced stages. Listening skills are the soul that runs through this entire series. Throughout the learning process, learners will no longer feel lost or helpless, as an invisible hand will guide them smoothly up the ladder of listening ability. The entire series covers over 30 listening techniques, arranged in skill tips at the beginning of each volume, guiding learners to approach the listening stage with clear objectives. Each lesson's exercises are meticulously designed to reflect the techniques taught in the corresponding volume, allowing learners to deepen their understanding of the techniques subconsciously and improve their abilities through practice. The "one volume, one exercise" approach aims to help learners review the techniques learned in each volume and assess their learning outcomes, forming a complete learning model that aligns with learning principles. Rich question types are another feature of this book. Diverse question formats help train various ways of thinking. The compilers have drawn inspiration from the question types of IELTS, TOEFL, PETS, professional English Level 4 and 8 exams, as well as College English Level 4 and 6 exams, hoping that learners can improve their language practical skills while also enhancing their test-taking abilities. Cultural awareness is another feature of this book. The book is organized into volumes based on cultural themes. More than 30 thematic albums, including personalities, arts, sports, customs, aviation, geography, history, politics, and economics, introduce learners to the diverse American society and culture. Relevant cultural background notes at the end of each volume add a colorful touch to the book, allowing learners to enjoy the pleasures of a multicultural, multi-perspective, and multi-layered world as global citizens while studying language.