Focus On Grammar Advanced

This book is part of an integrated skills course that makes grammar fun and accessible. KEY FEATURES: More practical than ever, this book has a fresh new design with more photos and illustrations. Also the From Grammar to Writing feature reinforces grammar acquisition while improving readers' writing skills. This book also includes a more challenging testing program including TOEFL-type questions. For advanced ESL readers needing reference and practice.

Advanced Grammar is a new, advanced-level grammar course that prepares English language learners for academic work. Its unique approach helps students master written grammar with the use of authentic academic sources and prepares them to read extensive academic texts, write and present using academic language, and process complex academic content. Advanced Grammar focuses on the academic forms and uses of grammatical structures without oversimplifying either the content or the grammar structures. This approach is made possible by the authentic textbook content upon which each chapter is based. Features In-depth exposure to authentic academic language via textbook excerpts. Students become accustomed to and use authentic academic language as it is spoken and written. Rigorous and authentic readings from a variety of academic disciplines. Students are exposed to rich content that illustrates examples of grammar in academic discourse. Contextualized grammar presented in authentic academic texts. Students broaden their knowledge of grammar in real academic contexts from a variety of academic disciplines. Comprehensive range of advanced grammar structures presented in clear, accessible charts. Students are exposed to complex meanings and learn to use grammar in a manner more similar to that of native speakers. Varied range of inductive and deductive exercises. Students practice and understand the target grammar using authentic textbook content. Open-ended, productive tasks. Students produce higher-level spoken and written discourse, incorporating the grammar they have learned. Discipline-specific and universal academic vocabulary. Students learn meanings and develop knowledge of vocabulary industively and deductively.

Respected throughout the world, the highly successful Focus series combines comprehensive exam skills training and enjoyable texts with excellent reference and practice materials.

"CD-ROM provides over 200 extra exercises to help you practice the grammar presented"--P. [3] of cover.

Reviews and expands students' knowledge of English grammar through listening, speaking, reading, and writing activities.

Reviews and expands students' knowledge of English grammar through listening, speaking, reading, and writing activities.

Focus on Grammar helps students understand and practice English grammar through contextualized listening, speaking, reading, and writing activities. Focus on Grammar combines controlled and communicative practice with critical thinking skills and ongoing assessment.

Focus on Grammar helps students understand and practice English grammar through contextualized listening, speaking, reading, and writing activities. Focus on Grammar combines controlled and communicative practice with critical thinking skills and ongoing assessment.