A series about culture and how it affects us. It explores some of the major differences between cultures and looks at what happens when people from different cultures meet and communicate.
Global Trends in Language Learning in the 21st Century
The author has analysed recent research in order to identify current and emerging trends in language education and has concluded that the focus on language education in the twenty-first century is no longer on grammar, memorization and learning from rote, but rather using language and cultural knowledge as a means to communicate and connect to others around the globe.
"Enterprise plus" is a modular coursebook specially designed to motivate and involve learners in effective language learning. The course provides systematic development of all the skills required to communicate successfully in both written and spoken forms at Pre-lntermediate level.
Statisticians and philosophers of science have many common interests but restricted communication with each other. This volume aims to remedy these shortcomings. It provides state-of-the-art research in the area of Philosophy of Statistics by encouraging numerous experts to communicate with one another without feeling "restricted" by their disciplines or thinking "piecemeal" in their treatment of issues.
A practical course for adult learners working in the international technical sector * Adult learners working in technical jobs in an international context. * In-work learners who are technicians, engineers, supervisors, or team leaders. * People who need to communicate with co-workers (frequently also non-native users of English) about very practical technical subjects – installations, working practices, processes, problems, etc. * People who need to communicate by e-mail, make telephone calls, and read and understand manuals written in English. * Above all, people whose main aim is to communicate effectively in English to get the job done.