Direct English - (5) (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. Learners achieve the goal of strengthening their English listening and speaking skills by imitating authentic American English. This series is divided into 8 volumes, spanning 3 levels, with difficulty levels distributed as follows:
- Books 1–3 are suitable for beginners in English.
- Books 4–6 are suitable for intermediate English learners.
- Books 7–8 are suitable for advanced English 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. At the same time, the dramatic plots are closely related to American life, with vivid and distinct characters, lively and humorous language, and an evolving storyline that keeps learners engaged and helps them achieve the desired learning outcomes.
Each book 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 the 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 the language knowledge accumulated so far and improve their listening skills, while the extended exercises provide speaking practice, achieving the effect of balanced listening and speaking.
The recommended time allocation is as follows:
- Each lesson requires 1–2 hours.
- Each unit requires 3–6 hours.
- Each book requires 30–60 hours.
Users can adjust their learning pace based on their own foundation.