《牛津英语档案》第四版（Oxford English File 4th Edition） 是一套广受欢迎的综合性英语课程，专为成人及青少年学习者设计。由牛津大学出版社出版，该系列结合了交际教学法与实用的现实语言技能。以下是其特点、组成部分及教学方法的详细介绍。
第四版核心特色
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均衡技能培养
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融合听、说、读、写，并特别强调发音和口语表达。
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包含“实用英语”板块，教授日常短语和社交用语。
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内容生动且贴近时代
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更新了话题、视频和课文，反映现代文化与兴趣点。
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短小精悍的课程设计保持学生参与度。
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增强的数字支持
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在线练习提供语法、词汇和听力的额外训练。
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学生和教师资源网站可下载资料、视频和测试题。
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课堂演示工具支持互动白板教学。
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专注发音训练
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独创“音库”视频帮助掌握英语发音。
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每课融入发音练习。
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灵活学习路径
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适用于课堂教学和自学。
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可适配不同教学风格与学生需求。
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课程级别
该系列涵盖六个CEFR等级：
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初级（A1）
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基础级（A1-A2）
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准中级（A2-B1）
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中级（B1）
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中高级（B1-B2）
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高级（C1）
课程组成部分
学生用书：
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学生用书
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每级别10-12单元，包含语法、词汇和技能训练。
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设有“实用英语”（真实场景对话）和“复习与检测”板块。
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视频听力活动含真实访谈和街头采访。
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练习册（含答案/无答案版）
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巩固课堂内容，提供额外练习。
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包含“还记得吗？”复习环节。
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在线练习（通过Oxford Learner’s Bookshelf访问）
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互动练习、自测题及进度跟踪。
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含“语法库”“词汇库”和发音工具。
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电子书（数字版学生用书）
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全交互式版本，嵌入音频和视频。
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课堂音频CD/可下载音频
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听力练习和发音训练材料。
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教师用书：
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教师指南（含测试与评估CD-ROM）
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教案、教学建议及可复印活动页。
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可定制测试（单元测验、期中/期末考）。
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课堂演示工具
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学生用书的数字版，支持互动教学。
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教师资源中心
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可下载工作表、视频脚本等补充材料。
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在线练习（教师版）
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监控学生进度并布置作业。
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教学方法与理念
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交际式学习：通过小组活动鼓励口语互动。
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任务型练习：角色扮演、讨论等现实任务强化学习。
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语境化语法与词汇：通过趣味课文和对话教授。
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螺旋式课程设计：循环巩固已学知识。
选择第四版的理由
✅ 内容与时俱进，展现现代英语用法。
✅ 强大的数字配套，支持混合式学习。
✅ 清晰的进阶体系，从初级到高级全覆盖。
✅ 突出口语与发音，提升沟通自信。
购买与资源获取
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牛津大学出版社官网有售。
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数字资源可通过Oxford Learner’s Bookshelf访问。
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免费下载单元样章和教师资源。
总结
《牛津英语档案》第四版课程结构清晰、灵活，传统教学法与现代数字工具相得益彰。其对实用英语和发音的重视，使其成为师生首选。
Christina Latham-Koenig 和 Clive Oxenden
Kate Chomacki 和 Jerry Lambert
English File 课程独特、生动有趣，以激发学生口语而闻名。事实上，在我们开展的影响力研究中，90% 的 English File 教师表示，该课程能够提高学生的口语能力。
语言水平：A1 – C1+
English File 如何激发学生的口语能力？
课程和活动为学生提供必要的语言、动机和机会，帮助他们自信地表达。
每个 English File 课程都注重语法、词汇、发音和技能的平衡，帮助学习者建立自信，从而进行交流。
教师和学生可以在一个易于管理的平台上访问所有 English File 资源，包括视频、音频、练习题等等。
根据 English File 教师的反馈，新增和更新了课本、主题和听力材料。
全新教师资源中心，让您可以在线集中管理所有 English File 资源和教学材料。
全新视频听力活动融入每个偶数文件。这些简短的纪录片和戏剧让课堂时间更加生动有趣。
全新课堂演示工具将课程内容呈现在屏幕上，使教师能够比以往更轻松地进行引人入胜的课堂教学。
全新在线练习为学习者提供每个文件的额外练习活动，并允许他们检查学习进度。
全新声音库视频提供了独特的机会，让他们可以观看和聆听清晰的英语发音模型。
全新互动视频让学生能够聆听并录制自己参与Rob和Jenny戏剧的片段。
第四版英语文件基于久经考验且值得信赖的方法，包含独特的激励课程和活动，鼓励学生自信地讨论话题。
本课程提供一系列教材，您可以根据学生的需求以及您可用的时间和资源进行选择：
学生用书包含在线练习，可帮助学生练习和发展语言技能，补习错过的课程，并通过在线练习跟踪学习进度。
学生用书电子书和在线练习均可单独购买。
练习册强化每节课的学习内容，可用作课堂补充练习或家庭作业。
学生用书中集成了增强型视频。每个文件都包含视频听力，实用英语活动则紧随Rob和Jenny的趣味戏剧之后。
在线练习的额外视频包含声音库视频，让学生有机会聆听清晰的英语发音模型，互动视频则让学生练习实用英语课程中的语言知识。
教师指南和教师资源中心为您提供创建灵活课程所需的一切，助您根据学生的需求进行调整。
学生用书课堂演示工具和练习册课堂演示工具将课程内容显示在屏幕上，使教师能够比以往更轻松地进行引人入胜的教学。
每个文件都包含快速测试和文件测试，以及进度测试、课程结束测试和入门测试，您可以在课程开始时使用这些测试。
观看下方视频，聆听合著者 Christina 讲解团队如何为本书寻找精彩素材。
English File
20 多年来，English File 已帮助数百万学生掌握英语。一项影响力研究*旨在深入了解教师们对 English File 帮助学生提高英语口语能力的感受。
下载摘要报告 (PDF，4MB)
*影响力研究旨在调查产品或服务对其目标人群产生的特定变化或结果。
研究结果显示，English File 可以提高学生的英语口语能力。
20 多年来，English File 已帮助数百万学生掌握英语。一项影响力研究*旨在深入了解教师们对 English File 帮助学生提高英语口语能力的感受。
参与此项影响力研究的教师中，90% 认为 English File 有助于提高学生的口语能力。
84% 的教师认为 English File 可以帮助学生更自信地说英语。
课程中对学生口语技能影响最大的方面是实用英语词汇、角色扮演、交际活动和协作任务。
受访学生指出，口语技能提升的两个关键因素是：
– 学生掌握了更多特定主题的词汇和表达方式
– 学生口语更流利
参与者还提到了其他因素，例如：
– 学生发音更准确
– 学生口语语法准确性更高
– 话题与学生兴趣相关，并能激发他们参与口语任务。
“实用英语部分”
内容丰富有趣。主题组织有序，文笔流畅。单元内容流畅。教师用书非常出色，其中包含交流性影印资料。“英语档案”是我们学校师生最喜欢的教材。
“这门课程的话题更加成人化，学生们积极参与对话。我们通常从阅读理解开始，为学生提供必要的词汇，然后通过听力活动扩展知识，并在最后的讨论中表达自己的观点，这样他们就能逐步提高英语水平，而不会感到焦虑。”
“我觉得口语英语部分非常实用，因为它为学生提供了真实的生活情境和听力[活动]，最后进入自由发言环节。非常激励人心……”
“关于文化冲击的话题非常鼓舞人心……整节课都在自由发言、表达同意和不同意，而且由于话题非常有趣，学生们都非常活跃。这是一个讨论偏见、歧视等问题的绝佳机会。”
Oxford English File 4th Edition is a popular and comprehensive English language course designed for adult and young adult learners. Published by Oxford University Press, it combines a communicative approach with practical, real-life language skills. Below is a detailed overview of its features, components, and methodology.
Key Features of English File 4th Edition
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Balanced Skills Development
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Integrates speaking, listening, reading, and writing with a strong focus on pronunciation and colloquial English.
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Includes “Practical English” sections that teach useful everyday phrases and social interactions.
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Engaging and Relevant Content
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Updated topics, videos, and texts to reflect modern culture and interests.
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Short, dynamic lessons maintain student engagement.
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Improved Digital Support
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Online Practice for extra exercises, including grammar, vocabulary, and listening.
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Student & Teacher Resource Websites with downloadable materials, videos, and tests.
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Classroom Presentation Tool for interactive whiteboard use.
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Pronunciation Focus
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Unique “Sound Bank” videos help learners master English sounds.
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Regular pronunciation exercises integrated into lessons.
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Flexible Learning Paths
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Suitable for both classroom use and self-study.
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Adaptable for different teaching styles and student needs.
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Levels Available
The series covers six CEFR levels:
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Beginner (A1)
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Elementary (A1-A2)
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Pre-Intermediate (A2-B1)
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Intermediate (B1)
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Intermediate Plus (B1-B2)
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Advanced (C1)
Course Components
For Students:
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Student’s Book
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10-12 units per level, each with grammar, vocabulary, and skills sections.
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Includes “Practical English” (real-world dialogues) and “Review & Check” sections.
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Video Listening activities featuring authentic interviews and street interviews.
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Workbook (with Key / without Key)
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Reinforces lesson content with extra practice.
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Includes “Can you remember?” sections for revision.
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Online Practice (via Oxford Learner’s Bookshelf)
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Interactive exercises, self-check activities, and progress tracking.
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Includes “Grammar Bank,” “Vocabulary Bank,” and “Pronunciation” tools.
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e-Book (Digital Student’s Book)
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Fully interactive version with embedded audio and video.
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Class Audio CDs / Downloadable Audio
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For listening exercises and pronunciation practice.
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For Teachers:
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Teacher’s Guide with Test & Assessment CD-ROM
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Lesson plans, teaching tips, and photocopiable activities.
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Customizable tests (unit quizzes, midterm, and final exams).
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Classroom Presentation Tool
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Digital version of the Student’s Book for interactive lessons.
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Teacher’s Resource Centre
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Downloadable worksheets, video scripts, and extra resources.
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Online Practice (Teacher’s Version)
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Monitor student progress and assign homework.
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Methodology & Approach
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Communicative Learning: Encourages speaking and interaction through pair/group work.
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Task-Based Activities: Real-life tasks (e.g., role-plays, discussions) reinforce learning.
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Grammar & Vocabulary in Context: Taught through engaging texts and dialogues.
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Spiral Syllabus: Recycles and builds on previous knowledge.
Why Choose English File 4th Edition?
✅ Up-to-date content reflecting modern English usage.
✅ Strong digital integration for blended learning.
✅ Clear progression from beginner to advanced.
✅ Focus on speaking and pronunciation for confident communication.
Where to Buy & Access Resources
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Available on Oxford University Press’s official website.
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Digital materials accessible via Oxford Learner’s Bookshelf.
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Sample units and teacher resources can be downloaded for free.
Final Verdict
The 4th Edition of English File is a well-structured, flexible course that effectively balances traditional teaching methods with modern digital tools. Its emphasis on real-world English and pronunciation makes it a top choice for both students and teachers.
Christina Latham-Koenig and Clive Oxenden
Kate Chomacki and Jerry Lambert
English File’s unique, lively and enjoyable lessons are renowned for getting students talking. In fact, 90% of English File teachers we surveyed in our impact study found that the course improves students’ speaking skills.
Language Level: A1 – C1+
How will English File get your students talking?
Lessons and activities that provide the necessary language, motivation and opportunity for students to talk with confidence.
Learners build confidence to communicate with a proven balance of Grammar, Vocabulary, Pronunciation and Skills Development in every File.
Teachers and students have access to all their English File resources – video, audio, worksheets and much more – in one easy to manage place.
NEW and updated texts, topics and listenings, based on feedback from English File teachers.
NEW Teacher’s Resource Centre allows you to manage all English File resources and teaching materials in one place online.
NEW video listening activity integrated in to each even-numbered File. These short documentaries and dramas make class time more dynamic and exciting.
NEW Classroom Presentation Tools show the course content on screen, making it easier than ever for teachers to deliver heads-up, engaging lessons.
NEW Online Practice provides learners with extra practice activities for each File and allows them to check their progress.
NEW Sound Bank videos provide unique opportunity to watch and listen to a clear model of the English sounds
NEW interactive videos enable students to listen and record themselves as part of the Rob and Jenny drama.
English File fourth edition has built on tried and trusted methodology and contains uniquely motivating lessons and activities that encourage students to discuss topics with confidence.
The course offers a range of materials that you can use according to your student’s needs and the time and resources you have available:
Student’s Book with Online Practice allows students to practise and develop their language skills, catch up on lessons they have missed and track progress with Online Practice.
Student’s Book e-book and Online Practice are both available to purchase individually.
Workbook reinforces each lesson and can be used as extra practise during class, or set as homework.
Enhanced Video integrated into the Student’s Book. Video listenings integrated into each File and Practical English activities follow the entertaining drama with Rob and Jenny.
Extra Video on Online Practice with Sound Bank Videos that give the students the unique opportunity to listen to a clear model of the English sounds and interactive videos that allow students to practise the language from the Practical English lessons.
The Teacher’s Guide with Teacher’s Resource Centre gives you everything you need to create flexible lessons that work for your students.
Student’s Book Classroom Presentation Tool and Workbook Classroom Presentation Tool show the course content, on screen, making it easier than ever for teachers to deliver heads-up, engaging lessons.
Quick Tests and File tests for every File, as well as Progress Tests, an End-of-course Test, and an Entry Test, which you can use at the beginning of the course.
Watch the video below to hear Co-author Christina explain how the team finds interesting material for the books.
English File
English File has supported millions of students to get talking in English for over 20 years. An impact study* was conducted to gain an in-depth understanding of how teachers feel that English File has helped students’ English speaking skills.
Download the summary report (PDF, 4MB)
* An impact study is research that investigates a particular change or outcome that a product or service has on the group of people it is intended to help or benefit.
Found to improve students’ English speaking skills.
English File has supported millions of students to get talking in English for over 20 years. An impact study* was conducted to gain an in-depth understanding of how teachers feel that English File has helped students’ English speaking skills.
90% of teachers who took part in this impact study believe that English File has helped to improve students’ speaking skills.
84% think that English File helps students speak English more confidently.
The main aspects of the course that have the biggest impact on students’ speaking skills are Practical English vocabulary, role plays, communicative activities and collaborative tasks.
Surveyed participants cited two key factors for this improvement in speaking skills:
– Students knowing more vocabulary and expressions on specific topics
– Students being more fluent in speaking
Participants also cited other factors such as:
– Better pronunciation by students
– Increased grammatical accuracy in students’ speaking
– Topics that are related to students’ interests and motivate them to participate in speaking tasks.
“The Practical English section is rich and interesting. The topics are well organized and well written. The units flow naturally. The Teacher’s Book is outstanding and this includes the communicative photocopiables. English File is the favourite book in our school among students and teachers.”
“The course uses a more adult range of topics and the students are very involved in the conversation. We often start from a reading comprehension, which provides students with the necessary vocabulary, then we increase our information thanks to a listening activity and the students express their point of view in the final discussion, so they are able to improve their English gradually and without any anxiety.”
“I find the Colloquial English sections very practical as they provide students with real life situations and listening [activities] which lead into a free speaking section at the end. Highly motivating…”
“The topic about culture shock was really motivating…The whole lesson was about free talking, agreeing, disagreeing and as the topic was extremely interesting, they were really active. It was a great opportunity to talk about bias, prejudice etc.”
