Contemporary College English 3: Listening and Speaking Interactive English (Student Textbook)

Author: Cao Wen
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Publish Date: 2003-06-01
Features: Contemporary College English (Level 3) (Interactive English Listening and Speaking) (Student Textbook): Contemporary College English (ActiveEnglish) is a new series of college English textbooks jointly launched by the Foreign Language Teaching and Research Press of Beijing Foreign Studies University and Pearson Education, the world's largest multinational educational publishing company, based on the College English Teaching Syllabus (Revised Edition) promulgated in China in 1999. The Student Textbook series is designed under the guidance of Professor Gu Rianguo, Vice President and Doctoral Supervisor of Beijing Foreign Studies University, following the main textbook's two modules with six levels (Common Core Module: Comprehensive English, Levels 1-4; Advanced Practical Module: Advanced English, Levels 5-6).
Introduction to the Common Core Module Comprehensive English: Based on reading authentic English texts, it also provides training in comprehensive English skills, including the teaching and cultivation of learning techniques. The four levels construct a complete network of cultural knowledge, organically integrating language teaching, cultural teaching, and basic quality education.
Interactive English: Breaks through the traditional design model of listening and speaking courses. The four levels cover the main functions of English communication, emphasizing the development of students' communicative competence while incorporating cyclic practice of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.
Enrichment Reading: Based on the cultural knowledge network of Comprehensive English, it provides learners with ample opportunities to read authentic English texts and think critically, fostering independent and self-motivated learning.
Characteristics of the Student Textbook
- Open-ended textbook design and development philosophy throughout all aspects—
- Focus on developing listening and speaking skills: Emphasizes communicative methods, highlighting the integrated training and complementary cyclic practice of five skills.
- Task-based writing principles: Each task includes four parts—pre-reading guidance, text, exercises, and feedback. The teacher interacts with students in a personalized manner, seamlessly integrating teaching and learning.
- Emphasis on self-organization and monitoring of the learning process: In addition to designing different learning modes and schedules, the unit self-assessment section facilitates self-checking of learning outcomes.
- Focus on cultivating students' autonomy and practical ability: Integrates language, culture, knowledge, learning methods, and techniques, prioritizing quality education and learning skills. Various types of assignments provide ample opportunities for practical application.
- Suitable for various learning modes to reinforce and enhance the main textbook content: Internet learning mode, local area network learning mode, personal computer learning mode, and print-based learning mode are all compatible. The series features prominent online education characteristics and has been included as a designated textbook for the Online College of Beijing Foreign Studies University.
Characteristics of the Online Education
Beijing Foreign Studies University's Online College was officially established in 2000 upon approval by the Ministry of Education, aiming to fully utilize computer network technology and leverage the comprehensive resources of BFSU in faculty, teaching, and research to promote education. This series highlights online education features and aligns with China's requirements for international economic and technological integration after joining the WTO.
This volume consists of 12 lessons, breaking through the traditional design model of listening and speaking courses, covering the main functions of English communication, emphasizing the development of students' communicative competence, and incorporating cyclic practice of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.