College English Listening and Speaking (1) (Third Edition) Student Book (with CD-ROM)

Author: Yu Sumei, Li Huiqin
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Publish Date: 2006-06-01
Features: Revision of the "College English" series textbooks, based on the "Interim Requirements for College English Curriculum Teaching." After three years of research, incorporating suggestions and feedback from teachers and students across over 100 universities nationwide, it aims to uphold the fine traditions of college English teaching in China, promote successful experiences, and contribute to talent cultivation in the new era.
Integrates traditional and modern teaching philosophies: Emphasizes building a solid language foundation while highlighting the improvement of comprehensive application skills; Leverages comprehensive advantages to refine the existing system: Extensively revised "Intensive Reading," "Extensive Reading," "Listening," "Preparatory Extensive Reading," and "Preparatory Listening"; Completely rewritten "Fast Reading," "Preparatory Intensive Reading," and simplified "Grammar and Exercises."
Adjusts starting point, enriching and optimizing materials: 1,800-word starting point (1,300 words for preparatory level); Comprehensive and well-rounded material selection, perfectly matching classic and modern, literary and scientific styles;
Revamps exercises, focusing on all five skills: Diverse reading materials, varied listening drills, vocabulary exercises with high repetition, step-by-step grammar practice, practical and comprehensive translation training, lively oral activities, and in-depth writing exercises. Detailed and practical explanations of common language errors in CET-4 and CET-6 speaking and writing exams.
Enhanced with modern educational technology to fully meet teaching needs: Launching electronic lesson plans and student learning CDs alongside the printed textbooks, helping teachers construct new classroom teaching models and creating a self-directed, interactive learning environment for students.