Direct English - (4) (Light Version) (Includes 1 VCD)

Author: (English) L.G. Alexander
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Publish Date: 2006-07-01
Features: "Direct English" is a specially designed listening and speaking intensive course for English learners, another classic work by Louis Alexander, the author of "New Concept English." Unlike "New Concept English," "Direct English" adopts a series of short dramas to integrate language knowledge into the storyline. Through mimicking authentic American English, learners can enhance their listening and speaking skills. This series is divided into 8 volumes, spanning 3 levels, with difficulty levels distributed as follows:
Volumes 1-3 are suitable for beginners;
Volumes 4-6 are suitable for intermediate learners;
Volumes 7-8 are suitable for advanced learners.
This series follows the general principles of English learning, structuring the curriculum around the three stages of "building—consolidation—expanding" during the learning process. Additionally, the short drama plots are closely related to American life, featuring vivid characters and lively, humorous language. The evolving storyline helps maintain learners' long-term interest, ensuring the desired learning outcomes.
Each volume is divided into 9 units, with each unit consisting of 3 lessons. At the end of each unit, a self-assessment is designed, including a summary of key points and a self-test. A vocabulary list is provided at the back of the book for reference.
Each lesson includes three parts: the main dialogue (or main text), language learning and practice, and translation. The study of the main dialogue (or main text) is the process of accumulating language knowledge. The language learning and practice section includes key grammar explanations, extended dialogues, and extended exercises. The extended dialogues help learners consolidate previously acquired language knowledge and improve listening skills, while the extended exercises provide oral practice, achieving a balanced and complementary effect of listening and speaking.
The recommended lesson schedule is as follows:
Each lesson requires 1-2 hours;
Each unit requires 3-6 hours;
Each volume requires 30-60 hours.
Users can adjust their learning pace based on their own foundation.