Contemporary Advanced English Writing (Practical English Series Curriculum)

Author: Xiao Fushou
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Publish Date: 2004-09-01
Features: "The Practical English Series" is a high-level English learning course, including three volumes: "Contemporary Advanced English Reading," "Contemporary Advanced English Writing," and "Contemporary Advanced English-Chinese Translation." It is designed for non-English majors at various graduate levels, senior English majors, and self-learners with a solid foundation in English. This volume, "Contemporary Advanced English Writing," aims to cultivate students' advanced English writing skills. Compared to similar textbooks, it has the following characteristics:
(1) Establishes an "teacher-student interactive" teaching model, incorporating classroom discussions into the teaching process to develop students' problem-analysis and problem-solving abilities;
(2) Uses students' writing samples as case studies, allowing them to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of each other and learn from one another;
(3) Enhances appreciation of masterpieces by renowned writers, helping students grasp the essence of beautiful writing and experience the style of experts;
(4) Uses humorous stories to help students appreciate the magic of English writing and cultivate their interest in writing;
(5) Expands students' vocabulary and enriches their written expression through various practical exercises;
(6) Each chapter is highly targeted and practical. When teaching, instructors can adjust the content flexibly based on actual conditions—some chapters may be covered in 2 class hours, while others may take 4 to 6 hours. Students should preview the material before class, read and even memorize relevant model essays to improve their English sense and effectively enhance their writing skills.