Kathy Gude

New and improved edition of the challenging secondary course that prepares students for school-leaving exams. Kathy Gude is an EFL consultant and author. She has taught students of all levels of ability on general and business courses, and examination classes in Italy and Britain. Kathy has also worked for many years on a freelance basis for Cambridge ESOL, and as a teacher trainer and ESOL teacher. Michael Duckworth is a teacher and author who has worked in schools in Africa, the Far East, and Europe.

A revised and updated edition of this highly successful course for the revised Cambridge Proficiency exam. Using authentic sources throughout for receptive skills work, the course gives examples of all the CPE exam tasks, together with hints and training.

This is a modular, skills-based course for the Cambridge First Certificate in English (FCE) exam.

A modular, skills-based course for the Cambridge First Certificate in English (FCE) exam. Level: Upper-Intermediate (FCE) Overview A flexible FCE course in five modules with revision and extension. Suitable for short intensive courses, longer courses needing a fast course, and for students retaking the exam. Written by a highly experienced and popular exams author. Phrasal verbs bank and practice. Tests available at www.oup.com/elt/teacher/exams. Complimentary Audio CD with Workbook

A modular, skills-based course for the Cambridge First Certificate in English (FCE) exam. Level: Upper-Intermediate (FCE) Overview A flexible FCE course in five modules with revision and extension. Suitable for short intensive courses, longer courses needing a fast course, and for students retaking the exam. Written by a highly experienced and popular exams author. Phrasal verbs bank and practice. Tests available at www.oup.com/elt/teacher/exams. Complimentary Audio CD with Workbook

A modular, skills-based course for the Cambridge First Certificate in English (FCE) exam. Level: Upper-Intermediate (FCE) A flexible FCE course in five modules with revision and extension. Suitable for short intensive courses, longer courses needing a fast course, and for students retaking the exam. Written by a highly experienced and popular exams author. Phrasal verbs bank and practice. Tests available at www.oup.com/elt/teacher/exams. Complimentary Audio CD with Workbook

This is a revised and updated edition of this highly successful course for the revised Cambridge Proficiency exam. Using authentic sources throughout for receptive skills work, the course gives examples of all the CPE exam tasks, together with hints and training. Kathy Gude is an EFL consultant and author. She has taught students of all levels of ability on general and business courses, and examination classes in Italy and Britain. Kathy has also worked for many years on a freelance basis for Cambridge SOL, and as a teacher trainer and ESOL teacher. Michael Duckworth is a teacher and author who has worked in schools in Africa, the Far East, and Europe.

New and improved edition of the challenging secondary course that prepares students for school-leaving exams. Jayne Wildman is a freelance writer and teacher. After graduating with a masters degree in English Literature she trained as a teacher at International House in London. Since then she has taught in France, Spain, Italy, and the UK, as well as working for Oxford University Press as an ELT editor.

A revised and updated edition of this highly successful course for the revised Cambridge Proficiency exam. Using authentic sources throughout for receptive skills work, the course gives examples of all the CPE exam tasks, together with hints and training. Key features New - over 50% new material and artwork. Exam practice - realistic exam-style tasks are featured throughout. Exam training - regular tips and hints. Balance - equal prominence is given to Papers 1-5. A new speaking section provides structured preparation for Paper 5. Authentic - texts are based on authentic sources. Language development - detailed grammar and vocabulary input and practice appropriate to this level. Structured revision - regular Overview sections, Vocabulary and Progress Tests, and an Exam Practice Workbook.

It offers systematic, thorough training for the FCE exam. There is a balanced coverage of exam tasks that increase in difficulty and length as the course progresses. Extensive language and skills development help students break through the intermediate barrier. Reading skills are developed through authentic texts and a variety of tasks. Writing skills are developed through analysis of sample answers, and notes to guide students in the planning, writing and checking stage of writing tasks. Integrated speaking and listening activities improve students' aural comprehension and oral production. 'Grammar Zoom' sections in each unit are supported by an extensive Grammar Reference section at the back of the Student's Book. 'Let's Reflect!' sections give students further practice of the grammar covered. Each unit follows the same format, with the following clearly sign-posted sections so students know exactly where they are: Reading, Use of English, Speaking, Listening, Writing, 'Wordpower' and 'Let's Reflect!'. 'Helplines' give practical information about the exam, provide valuable study tips and highlight techniques for achieving the best results on the day. The Countdown Vocabulary Supplement offers additional vocabulary work to accompany the course.

A series that prepares students for secondary school-leaving exams. Key features Matrix develops grammar, vocabulary and the four main skills within an exam context. Engaging texts provide authentic input for the development of students' reading and listening skills, and provide cultural information. Each unit is theme-related, with topics chosen for their appeal to 16-19 year-olds. Grammar is presented and practised in a way that allows students to reflect on their understanding of English, and see it fall into place. Exam training is highlighted throughout the course via 'Exam training' boxes which offer students practical advice on developing both study skills and examination techniques.

Pre-Intermediate to Upper-Intermediate. For 16-19 year-olds. Matrix is a series that prepares students for secondary school-leaving exams. Matrix develops grammar, vocabulary and the four main skills within an exam context. The integration of practice and extension material supports mixed-ability classes. It also means that the course can be used flexibly, depending on the number of teaching hours available. Each unit is theme-related while grammar is presented and practised in a way that allows students to reflect on their understanding of English, and see it fall into place. Exam training is highlighted throughout the course via 'Exam training' boxes which offer students practical advice on developing both study skills and examination techniques. Extensive vocabulary development increases students' active and passive knowledge. Frequent consolidation and recycling exercises build confidence and help students to add interest and variety to their English. A grammar reference and extensive wordlist with definitions and examples give extra support for students and teachers. The engaging texts provide authentic input for the development of students' reading and listening skills, and provide cultural information. • Speaking is practised through a wide range of controlled and freer activities, encouraging students both to take part in more structured discussions and to express their own ideas. • Listening texts are based on authentic materials and feature a variety of speakers and accents. • The Workbook contains further practice and extension of vocabulary, reading skills, writing skills and exam training.