Cambridge International English Course (1) (Student's Book) (with CD-ROM)

Author: (USA) Richards (Richards/J.C.) et al.
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Publish Date: 2006-03-28
Features: Cambridge International English is a large-scale English textbook specifically designed for learners in non-English-speaking countries. It is one of the most popular and influential English teaching materials internationally. The content covers four skills—listening, speaking, reading, and writing—while also providing phonetics training and vocabulary expansion. It particularly emphasizes the development of listening and speaking skills and English communicative competence. The book primarily uses American English, but its content is not limited to any specific country, region, or culture; instead, it reflects the richness and diversity of English as an international language of communication. Cambridge International English consists of two systematic series, divided into six levels. The Passages series includes two levels and serves as the advanced follow-up to New Interchange. The difficulty level and focus distribution for each level are as follows:
- Beginner Level: Designed for "true" beginners with no English foundation, it explains basic grammar structures, vocabulary, and language functions.
- Level 1: For learners with elementary English proficiency, aiming to further develop grammar, vocabulary, and pragmatic skills to reach a low-intermediate to high-intermediate level.
- Level 2: For learners with a low-intermediate to intermediate English level, focusing on further developing grammar, vocabulary, and pragmatic skills to achieve an intermediate level.
- Level 3: For learners with an intermediate English level, cultivating the ability to communicate fluently and accurately in English.
- Levels 4/5: For intermediate to advanced English learners, better developing fluency and accuracy in English.
This textbook uses a variety of thought-provoking and challenging exercises to help students further strengthen and develop their English communicative abilities. In addition to applied skills practice, the material also includes more advanced discourse comprehension exercises. Listening exercises include: listening to narratives, advertisements, discussions, and interviews. Reading activities feature authentic passages on cross-cultural communication, lifestyles, different values, and other themes.