Sylvia Madrigal Velasco Book order (chronological)

This book shows that the Western treatment of World War II, the Second Sino- Japanese War and the Chinese Civil War misrepresents their connections and causes.

Nexos Media Edition provides total flexibility for various course settings, whether traditional, hybrid, or fully online. It features a unique blend of print and digital components tailored to meet individual course needs. The print resources include a paperback text and a Student Activities Manual (SAM), while the digital offerings consist of an interactive multimedia eBook and eSAM, available through Eduspace or Blackboard/WebCT, which enhance the learning experience with diverse media capabilities. Students can also opt for a static, downloadable PDF eBook. This program aligns seamlessly with the National Standards for Foreign Language Learning and equips introductory Spanish students to communicate effectively in interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational modes. It offers a well-paced curriculum, user-friendly grammar, practical vocabulary, and a modern video storyline that contextualizes language use. The rich linguistic and cultural content engages students, promoting language acquisition through relatable situations and activities that reflect a contemporary, Internet-savvy Spanish-speaking world, appealing to today's learners.

The Student Activities Manual includes: Out-of-class practice of the material presented in the student text A Workbook (Cuaderno de práctica) section, which focuses on written vocabulary and grammar practice, reading, and writing A Lab Manual (Manual de laboratorio) section, which focuses on pronunciation and listening comprehension Extra reading practice and additional writing instruction and practice A new writing strategy and writing task presented in every even-numbered workbook chapter Practice of the writing strategies presented in the text in every odd-numbered workbook chapter