Michael Duckworth Books

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'Countdown to First Certificate' bridges the gap between intermediate level and the First Certificate exam. It introduces teenage learners to graded exam format tasks while giving them a strong foundation in vocabulary and grammar.

A course which bridges the gap between intermediate level and the FCE exam.

Practical communication skills for hotel and catering employees.

New and improved edition of the challenging secondary course that prepares students for school-leaving exams.

A course which develops all-round competence in English.

A series that prepares students for secondary school-leaving exams.

Popular features improved and updated in response to feedback from Matrix users. Systematic building of key vocabulary to cover up-to-date exam topics. Effective production: speaking practice in every lesson on a wide range of topics, and step-by-step guidance for writing a variety of text types. Grammar knowledge checked and activated in use. Strong focus on culture. Exam tips, techniques, and practice of exam-type tasks to give students confidence in the exam.

An immensely popular course, fully updated to meet the requirements of the FCE exam.

A short, communicative course for the low-level learner of American English.

This new edition of Success at First Certificate keeps all the features that have made it so popular and can successfully be used as a preparation course for upper intermediate exams throughout the world. Published 1997-01-31

New - over 50% new material and artwork. Exam practice - realistic exam-style tasks are featured throughout. Exam training - regular tips and hints. Balance - equal prominence is given to Papers 1-5. A new speaking section provides structured preparation for Paper 5. Authentic - texts are based on authentic sources. Language development - detailed grammar and vocabulary input and practice appropriate to this level. Structured revision - regular Overview sections, Vocabulary and Progress Tests, and an Exam Practice Workbook.

With a comprehensive syllabus, interactive multimedia materials, plus expert tips and advice from a leading business school, Business Result helps learners develop the skills they need quickly and effectively.

A blend of completely new lessons, updated texts and activities, together with the refreshing and fine-tuning of some favourite lessons from New English File - English File Third Edition provides the right mix of language, motivation, and opportunity to get students talking.

For students taking the advanced Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English exam. In response to popular demand, this new Workbook has been prepared for use with the best-selling Proficiency Masterclass course.

A grammar reference guide for professional adults, now revised and updated.

Business Opportunities provides opportunities for practicing language in a range of professional situations, while offering opportunities to practice all four language skills, especially listening and speaking.

A clear structural syllabus set in the context of everyday business functions. Accompanying video: a href="http://www.oup.co.uk/elt/catalogue/isbn/5110/"Meeting Objectives/a

Essential language practice for tourist industry professionals.

Mr. James Conway wants to make money. He wants to build new houses and shops -- and he wasts to build them on an old graveyard, on the island of Hati. There is one only old man who still visits the gaveyard. Mr Conway is not afraid of one old man. But the old man has friends -- friends in the graveyard, friends who lie dead under the ground. When Mr. Conway starts to build his house his makes the mistake of disturbing the sleep of the dead ...-Quatrième de couverture

New and improved edition of the challenging secondary course that prepares students for school-leaving exams.

Popular features improved and updated in response to feedback from Matrix users. Systematic building of key vocabulary to cover up-to-date exam topics. Effective production: speaking practice in every lesson on a wide range of topics, and step-by-step guidance for writing a variety of text types. Grammar knowledge checked and activated in use. Strong focus on culture. Exam tips, techniques, and practice of exam-type tasks to give students confidence in the exam.

The Workbook is the perfect partner to the Student's Book, and helps consolidate the material taught in class. It contains further lesson-by-lesson practice for students to complete in their own time. Also included is the Workbook Audio CD, which contains

The Workbook is the perfect partner to the Student's Book, and helps consolidate the material taught in class. It contains further lesson-by-lesson practice for students to complete in their own time. Also included is the Workbook Audio CD, which contains all of the audio material correlating to the Workbook content.

Strong focus on grammar, with two grammar focused lessons in every unit and a detailed grammar reference at the back of the book. Develops 21st century skills with plenty of opportunities for communication and collaboration. Broad range of topics inspires students and encourages cultural insight and comparisons. Systematic exam skills development in every unit, with clear audio speaking models, writing models and reference banks. Scaffolded exam practice andauthentic First for Schools exam tasks in every unit. Exam guides with tips for every task type. Access to one online Cambridge English: First for Schools practice test.

This new Elementary level provides clear explanations and examples of key grammar relevant to lower-level learners, with practice activities based on authentic contexts and opportunities for personalization in each unit.

New and improved edition of the challenging secondary course that prepares students for school-leaving exams.

A course which equips students for the competitive environment of international tourism.

An immensely popular course, fully updated to meet the requirements of the FCE exam.

Matrix develops grammar, vocabulary, and the four main skills within an exam context. Engaging texts provide authentic input for enhancing students' reading and listening skills while offering cultural insights. Each unit is theme-related, appealing to 16-19 year-olds. Grammar is presented in a way that encourages students to reflect on their understanding of English. Exam training is emphasized through 'Quick tip' and 'Exam training' boxes, providing practical advice on study skills and examination techniques. Vocabulary development enhances both active and passive knowledge, while frequent consolidation and recycling exercises build confidence and add variety to learning. Speaking is practiced through a range of controlled and freer activities, promoting structured discussions and personal expression. Listening materials feature authentic texts and diverse speakers and accents. A comprehensive writing syllabus guides students in producing various text types. The integration of practice and extension materials supports mixed-ability classes and allows for flexible use depending on available teaching hours. 'Let's revise' pages after every two units help review language and skills. Additional resources include a grammar reference and extensive wordlist with definitions. Culture focus pages in every unit and 'Reading for pleasure' sections enhance the learning experience.

A extensive preparation course for students taking the Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English exam. Fifteen topic-based units with skill-focused sections provide thorough coverage of all elements of the exam, with particular development of skills in composition and summary writing. The material is at the level of the exam.

Business Result Second Edition offers business professionals more communication and language practice than ever before, helping students develop relevant communication skills they can use immediately in the workplace.

Covers all the new task types for the revised 2013 exam Online Skills and Language Practice pack Strong focus on contextualised grammar and vocabulary Writing guide with writing improvement tasks Over 150 skills-training, exam-practice, vocabulary and grammar exercises to do online Grammar reference section by expert George Yule

A course which bridges the gap between intermediate level and the FCE exam.

This guide to passing the Cambridge First Certificate in English has been updated in line with modifications to the exam and in response to comments from teachers and students throughout the world. This workbook contains various reading passages, vocabulary exercises, tests and grammar revision.

ViSiON to pięcioczęściowy kurs dla szkoły ponadpodstawowej przygotowujący do matury na poziomie podstawowym i rozszerzonym. Bogaty i nowoczesny zestaw komponentów pomagający powiązać naukę w klasie z ćwiczeniami poza salą lekcyjną. Podręcznik ucznia Gramatyka, słownictwo i wszystkie sprawności językowe potrzebne uczniom do matury i w życiu codziennym.

emCountdown to First Certificate/em bridges the gap between intermediate level and the First Certificate exam. It introduces learners to graded exam format tasks.

The Teacher's Book contains clear and concise teaching notes to support the Student's Book lessons. It also comes with a Speaking DVD, which shows students taking part in a mock Cambridge English: First Speaking exam. This DVD gives teachers greater confidence in assessing their own students, and can be used in order to reassure students about what to expect on the day. Also included with the Teacher's Book is a photocopiable Cambridge English: First for Schools practice test, as well as access to an online practice test