English for Environmental Science in Higher Education Studie

English for Environmental Science is a skills-based course designed specifically for students of environmental science who are about to enter English-medium tertiary level studies. It provides carefully graded practice and progressions in the key academic skills that all students need, such as listening to lectures and speaking in seminars. It also equips students with the specialist language they need to participate successfully within a environmental science department. Extensive listening exercises come from environmental science lectures, and all reading texts are taken from the same field of study. There is also a focus throughout on the key environmental science vocabulary that students will need.Key Features:Systematic approach to developing academic skills through relevant content.Focus on receptive skills (reading and listening) to activate productive skills (writing and speaking) in subject area.Eight-page units combine language and academic skills teaching.Vocabulary and academic skills bank in each unit for reference and revision.Audio CDs for further self-study or homework.Ideal coursework for EAP teachers.