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Check-in pages prepare students for the unit theme and discussion tasks get students thinking about the topic and also promote learner autonomy
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The wide variety of text types develop reading skills
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Key vocabulary presentation and extension activates students prior knowledge
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Grammar is studied and practised using contextualised examples and dedicated grammar in use pages
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A three-stage approach to writing promotes learner autonomy
ENGLISH WORLD 8
Develops language skills through the exploration of real-world topics and develops critical thinking and independent learning. Cross-curricular and cross-cultural content means that students learn about the world through English while acquiring social values and citizenship awareness. Comprehension activities place an emphasis on students' personal responses.