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Computers play a crucial and rapidly evolving role in education, particularly in the area of language learning. Far from being a tool mimicking a textbook or teacher, Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL) has the power to transform language learning through the pioneering application of innovative research and practices. Technological innovation creates opportunities to revisit old ideas, conduct new research and challenge established beliefs, meaning that the field is constantly undergoing change. This fully revised second edition brings teachers and researchers up-to-date by offering:A comprehensive overview of CALL and current research issuesStep-by-step instructions on conducting research projects in CALL Extensive resources in the form of contacts, websites and free software references A glossary of terms related to CALLClosely linked to other branches of study such as autonomy in language learning and computer science, CALL is at the cutting edge of current research directions. This book is essential reading for all teachers and researchers interested in using CALL to make language learning a richer, more productive and more enjoyable task.Ken Beatty has taught at colleges and universities in Canada, Asia and the Middle East. His publications include more than 100 textbooks for learning English as a Second Language, as well as various websites, CD-ROMs and educational videos.

This reader is accompanied with a CD that contains the full audio of the text in MP3 format. Theseus is the son of Poseidon, the god of the sea, but he is the son of King Aegeus of Athenstoo. Every year the Minotaur eats people from Athens. Theseus is strong and angry, but he is only a young man. Can he kill the Minotaur? Samples Listen to a sample MP3 file from Theseus and Minotaur

LEAP for high-intermediate students is a task-based international textbook for students preparing for college or university studies in English. The approach used shifts the responsibility for learning from the teacher to the student to develop independence. It encourages students to apply critical-thinking skills as they engage in typical academic listening and speaking tasks across a range of disciplines.

Learning English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) uses high-interest international content to prepare students for the English academic world. The texts encourage students to apply critical thinking skills as they engage in academic reading and writing and listening and speaking tasks across a range of disciplines. Each strand (Reading and Writing, Listening and Speaking) follows a parallel chapter structure that builds from a warm-up activity to increasingly challenging skill-building assignments and a final speaking or written presentation that synthesizes all the skills learned. Features: ¿ Academic vocabulary development, including two Vocabulary Build activities in every chapter, gives students ample opportunity to expand their vocabulary. ¿ Three authentic readings per chapter prepare students for the text length and genres they will encounter in academic courses. ¿ Wide range of audio presents different viewpoints to encourage students to think critically while developing comprehension of academic content. ¿ Linear and guided writing tasks take a process approach to guide students in writing various types of essays and assignments in each chapter. ¿ The LEAP Companion Website Plus provides self-graded exercises for reading, listening, vocabulary, and grammar. Also includes teacher access to answer keys, teaching notes, tests, and a gradebook to track student progress.

LEAP: Reading and Writing aims to improve reading and writing skills with Academic Word List (AWL), vocabulary, grammar, academic survival skills, and final assignments that let learners apply what they learned in individual and personalized ways. Focus on critical thinking helps learners reflect on what they read to develop strategies that can be applied to writing. The Global Scale of English (GSE) structures LEAP's learning goals to give learners a clear idea of the language objectives they should aim to meet. Each chapter in the book focuses on engaging themes drawn from science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), as well as education and business fields. Each chapter includes three readings related to the chapter theme, often with divergent perspectives. Most of these readings are authentic and give learners a chance to apply their critical thinking skills. The writing component involves different types of paragraphs and other forms, including essays. Beyond the book, My eLab exercises and documents give learners the opportunity to reinforce and build on what they learn.