Kate Smyres

Cambridge Discovery Education Interactive Readers are the next generation of graded readers - captivating topics, high-impact video, and interactive exercises designed to motivate and engage. These 96 leveled (A1-B2+), highly engaging titles feature Discovery Education™ videos that are fully integrated into the pedagogy of the readers. Choose from four formats: book plus access code for online content; online only; iOS app; and Android app. The online version of these readers comes complete… Show more

Cambridge Discovery Education Interactive Readers are the next generation of graded readers - captivating topics, high-impact video, and interactive exercises designed to motivate and engage. These 96 leveled (A1-B2+), highly engaging titles feature Discovery Education™ videos that are fully integrated into the pedagogy of the readers. Choose from four formats: book plus access code for online content; online only; iOS app; and Android app. The online version of these readers comes complete with a learning management system - class creation, progress tracking, gradebook, and more - which frees teachers from the mundane task of homework correction, and gives students interactive practice anytime, anywhere.

Key Features of this Title
The interactive environment fully engages students in reading. The content can be experienced on computers, netbooks, tablets, and smartphones for maximum flexibility.
High-impact online video and interactive exercises promote students' autonomy and persistence - and are in synch with the way the modern student learns.
A wide range of topics inspired by Discovery Education™ captivates students - from sharks and gators to tornadoes and avalanches to the drama of Aron Ralston.
The online version comes complete with a learning management system - class creation, progress tracking, gradebook, and more - which frees teachers from the mundane task of homework correction, and gives students interactive practice anytime, anywhere. Show less

American English in Mind is an integrated, four-skills course for beginner to advanced teenage learners of American English. Based on the successful British course, English in Mind, this edition motivates teenage students through thought-provoking reading, listening, speaking and writing topics. Contemporary spoken American English is presented in realistic contexts with content-rich photostories and dialogues.

Connect Second Edition is a fun, four-level, multi-skills American English course written and designed specifically for young adolescents. Motivation is encouraged through high-interest topics and lively activities. Theme Projects help students connect their English to the world outside the classroom.

Discovering Fiction equips students to read and understand authentic short stories. As students develop the reading, vocabulary, and critical thinking skills they need, they progress from adapted to authentic literature.

The Evolution project is a seven-part, eight-hour television broadcast series, an extensive Web site, a far-reaching educational outreach initiative, and a HarperCollins companion book by acclaimed science writer Carl Zimmer.

Evolution, which premiered on PBS September 24 - 27, 2001, travels around the world to examine evolutionary science and the profound effect it has had on society and culture. From the genius and torment of Charles Darwin to the vast changes that spawned the tree of… Show more

The Evolution project is a seven-part, eight-hour television broadcast series, an extensive Web site, a far-reaching educational outreach initiative, and a HarperCollins companion book by acclaimed science writer Carl Zimmer.

Evolution, which premiered on PBS September 24 - 27, 2001, travels around the world to examine evolutionary science and the profound effect it has had on society and culture. From the genius and torment of Charles Darwin to the vast changes that spawned the tree of life, from the role of mass extinctions in the survival of species to the power of sex to drive evolutionary change, Evolution is fascinating and far-reaching in scope. The series also explores the emergence of consciousness, the success of humans, and the perceived conflict between science and religion in understanding human life.

The Evolution project's goals are to heighten understanding of evolution and how it works, to dispel common misunderstandings, to illuminate why it is relevant to our lives, to improve its teaching, to encourage a national dialogue, and to prompt participation in all aspects of the project. Show less

Four Corners is a brand new course in American English that integrates a framework on measurable learning outcomes with a tried-and-true communicative approach. The Four Corners syllabus was informed by the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) for languages, and it takes students from the A1 level (true beginner) through to a strong B1 level (mid-intermediate). Putting practical outcomes at the heart of the syllabus ensures that the language and situations covered really do prepare… Show more

Four Corners is a brand new course in American English that integrates a framework on measurable learning outcomes with a tried-and-true communicative approach. The Four Corners syllabus was informed by the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) for languages, and it takes students from the A1 level (true beginner) through to a strong B1 level (mid-intermediate). Putting practical outcomes at the heart of the syllabus ensures that the language and situations covered really do prepare students for life outside the classroom. Show less

HBO Archives is a catalog of each and every shot in the footage library, which began in 1973. The incomparable collection and the production outtakes are available for licensing.

Interchange’s well-known communicative and functional methodology has been tried and tested by millions of students around the world, and it has become the world’s most trusted brand among English language teachers. A wide range of new print and digital components provide a full solutions package for institutions who are looking for a course that offers multiple components in print and digital format, and for teachers and students who want multiple options for teaching and learning.

Making Connections prepares students for the challenges of reading college textbooks through systematic practice of reading and vocabulary skills.

The series helps students develop reading fluency by having them read and interact with high interest, content-rich texts containing fascinating information written in an accessible narrative style. It is a stepping stone for students who are on track to read in English at higher levels for academic purposes. The readings and approach are also appropriate for students who are not on an academic track, but want to improve their reading ability in English and overall language proficiency.

This collection provides an overview of current issues, debates, and approaches in Second Language Teacher Education (SLTE) presented by internationally prominent researchers, educators, and emerging scholars. Chapters address such issues as distance education, non-native English-speaking educators, technology, assessment, standards, and the changing contexts of contemporary language teaching and teacher education.

The Teacher’s Grammar of English is a comprehensive resource text designed to help English language teachers and teachers-in-training develop their understanding of English grammar. In addition to complete, up-to-date coverage of form, meaning, and usage, each chapter includes practical suggestions for teaching. A unique section at the end of every chapter analyzes common errors made by learners from different language backgrounds.