Pathways To Literature Student'S Book+cds+dvd (B2+/c1)

Description:: An innovative course that aims to develop the English language through the medium of literature, ideal for B2+/C1 CEFR level students at specialized secondary schools, colleges and universities. For the first time, literature is presented through reading, listening and visualization using captivating videos and printed resources. The well-organized syllabus, rich visuals, videos and carefully-designed tasks develop all four language skills needed by learners to master the English language. The course encourages critical thinking and teaches social and moral values while preserving the cultural heritage of the English-speaking countries.

Key Features
• The English language is taught through the single theme of the study of the canonical works of English Literature written in different time periods.
• It has a multi-media approach, with an inventive combination of video, audio and print resources.
• The special emphasis put on recognition and analysis of various literary devices helps students appreciate the emotional power, beauty and breadth of the English language.
• Extensive analysis of the title, characters, themes, setting, values, motifs, symbols, metre, rhythm, summary skills and essay writing provide a helpline to achieve mastery in the English language.
• It embraces holistic learning by exploiting tightly interwoven concepts together. Students read, listen, watch, speak and write on the same topic.
• Its cross-cultural approach allows students to experience the cultures and beliefs from various parts of the English-speaking world and raise their intellectual standards.
• Analyse sections enhance students’ thinking skills.
• The listening tasks come in the form of university-style tutorials and lectures, giving students a taste of this style of teaching.
• Each unit is uniquely structured. Starting with an introduction to both author and literary work, it then continues to an in-depth analysis of an extract from the work. Lecture type audio scripts give students details of the complete work and help them examine the most important aspects of it. Each unit culminates in the exploration of a literary technique or feature, the knowledge of which helps students write their essay.
• Its flexible design allows it to be used either in the classroom or as a course of self-study.