New from Pearson this fall

See what’s new from Pearson this fall. We are excited to show you all of our new titles and new editions of your favorites. From the fourth edition of NorthStar  – now with a fully blended MyEnglishLab – and the new adult video-based program, Project Success, to the third edition of the Longman Preparation Course for the TOEFL iBT Test  for exam prep – there is something to meet your classroom needs!

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Take the Express to TOEFL iBT Success:
Note-taking Skills and Practice

Tammy_LeRoi_2014Tammy LeRoi Gilbert

Co-author of Express to the TOEFL iBT Test

For students hoping to achieve success on the TOEFL iBT, learning how to take quick and efficient notes is one of the most essential skills for nearly all sections of the test. Knowing that students need clear instructions, detailed models, and a great deal of note-taking practice, Express to the TOEFL iBT Test provides students with:

1. A special note-taking section (Note-Taking Skills, pages 87-91) that concisely covers the most useful note-taking guidelines, including how to effectively organize notes and use abbreviations and symbols. Students can use this note-taking section as an ongoing reference.

2.  Note-taking models for the Listening section and for each specific independent and integrated task in the Speaking and Writing sections, plus many more detailed tips such as using signal words and phrases to determine what information is important to note.

3.  And most importantly, lots of note-taking practice, both individually or with a partner.

By using the targeted note-taking strategies in Express to the TOEFL iBT Test, I believe students’ stress levels will be significantly reduced as they gain confidence and are better prepared to meet the challenges of taking the TOEFL iBT.

 

Online Reading-Instruction Practice at Multiple Levels

s_johnsonStefanie Johnson
Instructor, Grossmont College and San Diego Miramar College

Launched this fall is a new online reading lab series from Pearson called MyEnglishLab: Reading. While there are currently Pearson labs for reading, MyEnglishLab: Reading (MELR) is the first one from this publisher geared toward English Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) students. In contrast to online reading labs for students available through other authors and publishers, these labs come with purchase of the text. It is here that Pearson’s MELR has the clear advantage in that the online component can be used as a supplement with any textbook or as a stand-alone product. As such, MELR provides more practice with various readings and skills practice. MELR is a great tool that is available for four levels and would work in any ESOL course with reading in it. Continue reading

Changing the Way We See the Classroom

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MyEnglishLabs are online components designed to complement your favorite Pearson course or skills textbook. MyEnglishLabs optimize instruction through a blend of coursebook and online content. When students use MyEnglishLabs, they access interactive activities and assessment tools that help them take an active role in their learning. With instant access to a wide range of diagnostic tools, teachers can customize learning environments to meet the needs of every student.

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Take Sneak Peek at our NEW 2015 Pearson AlwaysESL Catalog

2015_Cat_Cover copy 2015 Pearson AlwaysESL Catalog

In a few days, our new print catalog for 2015 will be available, but we wanted you to be the first to see it online.

The new Pearson AlwaysESL catalog continues to include new product information, pricing, and updated content, as well as feature articles from authors and educators like yourself.

Please take a sneak peek, and feel free to share it with your colleagues!