Combining literary analysis and theoretical linguistics, Tiffany Beechy's timely and engaging study provides a critical reassessment of Old English texts that challenges the distinction between Anglo-Saxon prose and verse, ultimately recognizing an inherent poetic nature present in all Old English texts. While the poetic nature of Beowulf, due to the regular meter and heroic story, is recognized, this study demonstrates that poetry is a more widespread phenomenon than previously thought; poetic patterning can be found across the Old English corpus, both in verse and in so-called prose.
In the USA, the number of college students with limited English proficiency is increasing. Even after successfully completing a course of English as a second language, many face both linguistic and cultural barriers in mainstream classes. This book focuses on both the theory and practice of assisting such students, especially in the sciences. As the number of non-native English speaking students increases at colleges and universities, innovative approaches are needed to successfully educate this population and how science is taught may be crucial. Instruction in the students' native language may become increasingly important in attracting and retaining non-native English speakers in college
The text “Reading with Fun” is aimed at students of non-linguistic universities and also the wide spectrum of those who are eager to study English. It is based on the books by Geoffrey Archer, a famous British writer. The text is intended to develop and master scholars’ reading and speaking skills, their listening and writing abilities utilizing authentic reading material of the language studied. The fun and extra-linguistic orientation of the text facilitate the studies and reaching the aims set in studying the language as well as allow avoiding some typical routine while studying the language. The Book is 95% in English. Totally Suitable for Non-Russian Speakers!
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English idioms in use - advanced (book)
This book will appeal to students at advanced level who want to understand and use the English really used by native speakers, and students preparing for higher level exams.
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THE AMERICAN STUDIES SERIES is an innovative approach to teaching English through the content of American Studies and cross-cultural topics.It combines the expertise of Russian and American scholars and teachers who, working together, provide learners with fresh, lively, creative, and relevant material to improve their English language proficiency.
The series focuses on developing communication skills - reading, writing, listening, and speaking - as well as a better understanding of one's own culture and other cultures. The series also provides sample opportunities to develop critical thinking skills and explore, compare, and contrast values and ideas.
