Graham Burton Books

Cambridge English Empower is a general adult course that combines course content from Cambridge University Press with validated assessment from the experts at Cambridge English Language Assessment. The Pre-intermediate Student's Book gives learners an immediate sense of purpose and clear learning objectives. It provides core grammar and vocabulary input alongside a mix of skills. Speaking lessons offer a unique combination of functional language, pronunciation and conversation skills, alongside video filmed in the real world. Each unit ends with a consolidation of core language from the unit and focuses on writing within the context of a highly communicative mixed-skills lesson. Students also have access to the Cambridge Learning Management System, which includes a complete assessment package with extra personalised practice and online workbook.

Focusing on the construction and evolution of grammar syllabuses in mainstream English Language Teaching, the author employs a mixed-methods approach to analyze the contents of coursebook syllabuses. The investigation assesses the validity of these syllabuses as a foundation for effective teaching, providing insights into their development and practical application in the classroom.