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AP French Language and Culture Premium, Fifth Edition: 3 Practice Tests + Comprehensive Review + Online Audio and Practice (Barron's AP)
by Eliane Kurbegov Ed.S. Edward Weiss M.A.Be prepared for exam day with Barron&’s. Trusted content from AP experts!Barron&’s AP French Language and Culture includes in-depth content review and audio practice. It&’s the only book you&’ll need to be prepared for exam day.Written by Experienced Educators Learn from Barron&’s--all content is written and reviewed by AP expertsBuild your understanding with comprehensive review tailored to the most recent examGet a leg up with tips, strategies, and study advice for exam day--it&’s like having a trusted tutor by your sideBe Confident on Exam DaySharpen your test-taking skills with 3 full-length practice tests--2 in the book and 1 more onlineStrengthen your knowledge with in-depth review covering all Sections on the AP French Language and Culture ExamReinforce your learning with practice by tackling the review questions at the end of each chapter Interactive Online PracticeContinue your practice with a full-length practice test on Barron&’s Online Learning HubSimulate the exam experience with a timed test option Deepen your understanding with detailed answer explanations and expert adviceGain confidence with automated scoring to check your learning progressPractice by listening to spoken French with authentic audio passages for all listening comprehension exercises
AP French Language and Culture with Online Test & Downloadable Audio
by Eliane Kurbegov Ed.S. Edward Weiss M.A.Barron's AP French Language and Culture is aligned to the College Board's AP French course and features expert review and key practice to help students prepare for the exam.Developed by expert French teachers who have worked with the College Board for years, this edition features: Two full-length practice exams in the book with all questions answered and explainedOne full-length online practice exam with audio and answer explanationsDownloadable audio and audio scripts for all listening exercises, exemplary conversations, and oral presentationsExpanded open response and oral presentation sectionTips and strategies for mastering all skills and tasks required for success on the examPractice for multiple-choice sections, the persuasive essays, and the audio portions of both practice exams
AP Spanish Language and Culture: With 2 Practice Tests (Barron's Test Prep)
by Alice Gericke Springer Daniel Paolicchi M.A.Written by an active AP Spanish teacher, Barron&’s AP Spanish Language and Culture provides the essential review material and practice exams to help you get prepared for the exam. Packed with review of the course material, this edition features:Two full-length practice tests in the bookPractice exercises throughout the bookSeparate practice and review units that provide strategies for improvement and cover: reading comprehension, writing, speaking, vocabulary, and grammarAudio online for practice with listening comprehension, dialects, and the types of conversations you&’ll see on the exam
AP® Spanish: Language and Culture Exam Preparation
by Jorge Frisancho María T. Redmon Marta Lucía Restrepo BravoNIMAC-sourced textbook
AP Spanish Language and Culture Flashcards (Barron's Test Prep)
by Daniel Paolicchi M.A. Alice G. Springer Ph.D.Barron&’s AP Spanish Language Flashcards is completely brand new with 475 cards to help students prepare for the AP Spanish Language and Culture exam. The cards are divided into the following six sections:VocabularyGrammar ReviewReading ComprehensionListening ComprehensionWriting strategySpeaking strategy All cards have corner punch holes that accommodate an enclosed metal key-ring-style card holder, which students can use to arrange cards in sequences that best fit their study needs. For more prep, use our AP Spanish Language and Culture Premium.
AP Spanish Language and Culture Flashcards, Fourth Edition: Up-to-Date Review and Practice (Barron's AP)
by Daniel Paolicchi M.A. Alice G. Springer Ph.D.Be prepared for exam day with Barron&’s.Trusted content from AP experts!Barron&’s AP Spanish Flashcards includes more than 450 up-to-date review cards.Written by Experienced EducatorsLearn from Barron&’s--all content is written and reviewed by AP expertsBuild your understanding with review tailored to the most recent examBe Confident on Exam DayStrengthen your knowledge with in-depth review covering all skills needed to succeed on the AP Spanish Language and Culture exam, includingVocabularyGrammarReading ComprehensionListening ComprehensionWriting strategySpeaking strategyCheck out Barron&’s AP Spanish Language and Culture Premium for even more review, full-length practice tests, and access to Barron&’s Online Learning Hub for a timed test option and scoring.
AP Spanish Language and Culture Premium: With 5 Practice Tests (Barron's Test Prep)
by Daniel Paolicchi M.A. Alice G. SpringerWritten by an active AP Spanish teacher, Barron&’s AP Spanish Language and Culture Premium provides the essential review material and practice exams to help you get prepared for the exam. Packed with review of the course material, this premium edition features:Five full-length practice tests: two in the book and three onlinePractice exercises throughout the bookSeparate practice and review units that provide strategies for improvement and cover: reading comprehension, writing, speaking, vocabulary, and grammarAudio online for practice with listening comprehension, dialects, and the types of conversations you&’ll see on the exam
AP Spanish Language and Culture Premium, 2022-2023: With 5 Practice Tests (Barron's Test Prep)
by Daniel Paolicchi M.A. Alice G. Springer Ph.D.Be prepared for exam day with Barron&’s. Trusted content from AP experts! Barron&’s AP Spanish Language and Culture Premium: 2022-2023 includes in-depth content review and online practice and audio. It&’s the only book you&’ll need to be prepared for exam day.Written by Experienced Educators Learn from Barron&’s--all content is written and reviewed by AP expertsBuild your understanding with comprehensive review tailored to the most recent examGet a leg up with tips, strategies, and study advice for exam day--it&’s like having a trusted tutor by your sideBe Confident on Exam DaySharpen your test-taking skills with 5 full-length practice tests--2 in the book and 3 more onlineStrengthen your knowledge with in-depth review covering all Units on the AP Spanish Language and Culture ExamReinforce your learning with practice by tackling the review questions at the end of each chapter Online PracticeContinue your practice with 3 full-length practice tests on Barron&’s Online Learning HubSimulate the exam experience with a timed test option Gain confidence with scoring to check your learning progressPractice by listening to spoken Spanish with authentic audio passages for all listening comprehension exercises
AP Spanish Language and Culture Premium, 2024: 5 Practice Tests + Comprehensive Review + Online Practice (Barron's AP)
by Daniel Paolicchi M.A. Alice G. Springer Ph.D.Be prepared for exam day with Barron&’s. Trusted content from AP experts!Barron&’s AP Spanish Language and Culture Premium, 2024 includes in-depth content review and online practice and audio. It&’s the only book you&’ll need to be prepared for exam day.Written by Experienced Educators Learn from Barron&’s--all content is written and reviewed by AP expertsBuild your understanding with comprehensive review tailored to the most recent examGet a leg up with tips, strategies, and study advice for exam day--it&’s like having a trusted tutor by your sideBe Confident on Exam DaySharpen your test-taking skills with 5 full-length practice tests--2 in the book and 3 more onlineStrengthen your knowledge with in-depth review covering all Sections of the AP Spanish Language and Culture ExamReinforce your learning with practice by tackling the review questions at the end of each chapter Online PracticeContinue your practice with 3 full-length practice tests on Barron&’s Online Learning HubSimulate the exam experience with a timed test option Gain confidence with scoring to check your learning progressPractice by listening to spoken Spanish with authentic audio passages for all listening comprehension exercises
AP Spanish Language and Culture Premium, 2025: Prep Book with 5 Practice Tests + Comprehensive Review + Online Practice (Barron's AP Prep)
by Daniel Paolicchi M.A. Alice G. Springer Ph.D.Be prepared for exam day with Barron&’s. Trusted content from AP experts!Barron&’s AP Spanish Language and Culture Premium, 2025 includes in‑depth content review and online audio and practice. It&’s the only book you&’ll need to be prepared for exam day.Written by Experienced EducatorsLearn from Barron&’s‑‑all content is written and reviewed by AP expertsBuild your understanding with comprehensive review tailored to the most recent examGet a leg up with tips, strategies, and study advice for exam day‑‑it&’s like having a trusted tutor by your sideBe Confident on Exam DaySharpen your test‑taking skills with 5 full‑length practice tests‑‑2 in the book and 3 more online–plus detailed answer explanationsBoost your confidence by reviewing helpful strategies for answering all questions that involve print and/or audio textsReinforce your learning by tackling Reading Comprehension and Listening Comprehension practice exercises and reviewing the accompanying answers and explanationsStrengthen your ability to write and speak Spanish with advice for writing email replies, writing an argumentative essay, carrying on a conversation, and making cultural comparisonsReview and practice some of the most common features of Spanish language with a thorough grammar reviewOnline Audio and PracticeContinue your practice with 3 full‑length practice tests on Barron&’s Online Learning HubSimulate the exam experience with a timed test optionDeepen your understanding with detailed answer explanations and expert adviceGain confidence with scoring to check your learning progressFamiliarize yourself with spoken Spanish by listening to authentic Spanish audio passages and following along with audioscripts in the book
Applied Linguistics and Primary School Teaching
by Sue Ellis Elspeth MccartneyModern primary teachers must adapt literacy programmes and ensure efficient learning for all. They must also support children with language and literacy difficulties, children learning English as an additional language and possibly teach a modern foreign language. To do this effectively, they need to understand the applied linguistics research that underpins so many different areas of the language and literacy curriculum. This book illustrates the impact of applied linguistics on curriculum frameworks and pedagogy. It captures the range of applied linguistics knowledge that teachers need, and illustrates how this is framed and is used by policy makers, researchers, teacher educators and the other professions who work with teachers in schools. It considers how to effect professional development that works. It is essential reading for primary teachers but also for speech and language therapists, educational psychologists, learning support teachers and all those doing language or literacy research in the primary classroom.
Applied Linguistics in the Indonesian Context: Society, Culture and Language (Engaging Indonesia)
by Richmond Stroupe Lilie RoosmanThis open access edited volume presents a series of studies utilizing a variety of linguistic research techniques to investigate areas of language education, acquisition and assessment, contemporary political debate, modern and historical print media, and clinical language disorders, in the Indonesian context. In doing so, the authors provide a rich and diverse overview of current research in the fields of linguistics and applied linguistics. The initial section focuses on research conducted in educational settings, focusing on English-medium instruction (EMI), reading assessment, discovery-based learning, cultural elements in textbooks, and pre-service teacher preparation in Indonesia, offering recommendations for improving language education. The second section demonstrates the applications of corpus linguistics, focusing on collocation patterns in different languages, lexical use and context of rhetorical markers, and authorship determination. A third section presents investigations related to aspects of historical and contemporary language use in a variety of contexts, including advertisements, political debate, Indonesian print media, and translanguaging and multilingual writings, discussing the social and cultural dimensions of language use in Indonesia. The final section focuses on clinical linguistics, investigating the relationship between language disorders and language use, including spoken narratives provided by patients with Alzheimer's and the structure and time reference use of agrammatic speakers, with valuable insights into the understanding, diagnosis and treatment of language disorders. Brought together in a single volume, the chapters illustrate how linguistic analysis can be applied across a variety of disciplines and research sites. The volume is relevant to linguists, educators, sociologists, historians, and members of the medical community with particular interest in the Indonesian context.
Applying Anzalduan Frameworks to Understand Transnational Youth Identities: Bridging Culture, Language, and Schooling at the US-Mexican Border (Routledge Research in Educational Equality and Diversity)
by G. Sue Kasun Irasema Mora-PabloFramed by the theoretical work of Gloria Anzaldúa, this volume focuses on the cultural and linguistic practices of Mexican-origin youth at the U.S. border to explore how young people engage in acts of "bridging" to develop rich, transnational identities. Using a wealth of empirical data gathered through interviews and observations, and featuring perspectives from multinational and transnational authors, this text highlights how youth resist racialized and raciolinguistic oppression in both formal and informal contexts by purposefully engaging with their heritage culture and language. In doing so, they defy deficit narratives and negotiate identities in the "in-between." As a whole, the volume engages issues of identity, language, and education, and offers a uniquely asset-based perspective on the complexities of transnational youth identity, demonstrating its value in educational and academic spaces in particular. This text will benefit researchers, academics, and educators with an interest in the sociology of education, multicultural education, and youth culture more broadly. Those interested in language and identity studies, as well as adolescence, schooling, and bilingualism, will also benefit from this volume.
Applying Linguistics in the Classroom: A Sociocultural Approach
by Aria Razfar Joseph C. RumenappMaking linguistics accessible and relevant to all teachers, this text looks at language issues in the classroom through an applied sociocultural perspective focused on how language functions in society and in schools—how it is used, for what purposes, and how teachers can understand their students’ language practices. While touching on the key structural aspects of language (phonetics, phonology, morphology, and syntax), it does not simply give an overview, but rather provides a way to study and talk about language. Each chapter includes practical steps and suggests tools for applying different kinds of linguistic knowledge in classrooms. The activities and exercises are adaptable to elementary or high school settings. Many examples focus on the intersection of math, science, and language. Teacher case studies show how real teachers have used these concepts to inform teaching practices. Given the increasing use of multimedia resources in today’s schools, multiple mediums are integrated to engage educators in learning about language. The Companion Website provides a multitude of relevant resources that illustrate the diversity of language functions and debates about language in society.
Aprenda Inglés Con La Ayuda De Dios: Un manual básico para el buen uso del inglés
by Francisco GuellEl inglés es un idioma difícil de aprender para muchos. Por eso, este libro está diseñado como un manual sencillo y fácil de usar. Toda persona que esté decidida a aprender inglés para desempeñarse mejor en sus estudios, su profesión, los negocios o, simplemente, en su diario vivir, ahora lo podrá lograr ¡con la ayuda de Dios! El autor, Francisco B. Güell, le enseña principios básicos de gramática inglesa y, basándose en su propia experiencia, expone ejemplos sencillos y prácticos para la vida cotidiana. A diferencia de otros libros, éste le provee herramientas claves como:- Pronunciar correctamente el inglés leyéndolo en español- Entender los verbos fundamentales y su uso correcto- Saber las vocales y las consonantes inglesas- Aumentar el vocabulario con ejercicios prácticos- Aprender frases usadas en supermercados, visitas médicas o restaurantes- Conocer sobre la ciudadanía estadounidense y sus trámites- ¡ Y mucho más con la ayuda de Dios!
Aprende inglés en familia: Todo lo que necesitas para ayudar a tu hijo a ser bilingüe
by Deanna Lyles¿Has pensado cuánto te gustaría poder hablar inglés con soltura? ¿Y ayudar a que tus hijos lo aprendan de pequeños como tú no pudiste hacerlo? Aprende inglés en familia tiene todo lo que necesitas para conseguir ambos objetivos de forma fácil y divertida. Que dos padres no nativos críen un hijo bilingüe es mucho más fácil de lo que parece, y este libro te proporcionará todo lo que necesitas para llevarlo a cabo. Tras un repaso básico sobre el bilingüismo y cómo se aplica a los niños, aquí encontrarás cientos de palabras y expresiones de la vida diaria, además de un sinfín de trucos y consejos que te enseñarán cómo lograr que tus hijos sean bilingües gracias a las canciones, los juegos, los cuentos, el vocabulario y las expresiones que forman parte de la cultura infantil anglosajona desde hace generaciones. También descubrirás cómo desarrollar un plan de bilingüismo específicamente diseñado para tu familia, para que podáis dar pasos firmes hacia vuestro objetivo. ¿Por qué no empezar a mejorar el inglés de toda la familia hoy mismo?
Aprender a aprender en la era digital: Tecnopedagogía crítica para la enseñanza del español LE/L2
by Esperanza Román-MendozaAprender a aprender en la era digital provides a comprehensive, state-of-the-art account that empowers readers to leverage learning technologies to promote second language learner autonomy. Written entirely in Spanish, the book covers a breadth of innovative topics in the teaching of Spanish via and with technology, such as emerging pedagogies, autonomous and participatory learning, learner agency and identity, teacher development, and post-communicative curriculum design. Key features: a novel and unique approach, combining the latest research on learning autonomy and instructional technologies in language learning; an emphasis on the connections between theory and practice, with concrete suggestions for using technology in the classroom; an extensive selection of curricular and pedagogical tools that can be easily adapted to various teaching and learning environments and needs; a broad selection of bibliographical references for further reading and research; a bilingual glossary of key techno-pedagogical terms; a catalogue with over 250 tools for second language learning and teaching, with contextualized examples of their practical application; a comprehensive eResource with a wealth of additional materials, including access to a database of technological tools and best practices in teaching Spanish with technology. Written in a clear and accessible manner, Aprender a aprender en la era digital is ideal for instructors of Spanish at all educational levels. The book will also be of great interest to teachers of languages other than Spanish, as well as graduate students pursuing a degree in Spanish, Educational Technology or Language Education.
AQA A-level French (includes AS)
by Hodder EducationExam Board: AQALevel: AS/A-levelSubject: FrenchFirst Teaching: September 2016First Exam: June 2017Our Student Book has been approved by AQA. Support the transition from GCSE and through the new A-level specification with a single textbook that has clear progression through four defined stages of learning suitable for a range of abilities.We have developed a completely new textbook designed specifically to meet the demands of the new 2016 specification. The Student Book covers both AS and A-level in one textbook to help students build on and develop their language skills as they progress throughout the course. - Supports the transition from GCSE with clear progression through four stages of learning: transition, AS, A-level and extension- Exposes students to authentic target language material with topical stimulus, and film and literature tasters for every work- Builds grammar and translation skills with topic-related practice and a comprehensive grammar reference section- Develops language skills with a variety of tasks, practice questions and research activities- Gives students the tools they need to succeed with learning strategies throughout - Prepares students for the assessment with advice on essay-writing and the new individual research projectAudio resources to accompany the Student Book must be purchased separately. They can be purchased in several ways: 1) as part of the Boost digital teacher resources; 2) as a separate audio download; 3) as part of the Boost eBook. The audio resources are not part of the AQA approval process.
AQA A-level French (includes AS)
by Jean-Claude Gilles Rod Hares Casimir D'AngeloOur Student Book has been been approved by AQA. Support the transition from GCSE and through the new A-level specification with a single textbook that has clear progression through four defined stages of learning suitable for a range of abilities.We have developed a completely new textbook designed specifically to meet the demands of the new 2016 specification. The Student Book covers both AS and A-level in one textbook to help students build on and develop their language skills as they progress throughout the course. - Supports the transition from GCSE with clear progression through four stages of learning: transition, AS, A-level and extension- Exposes students to authentic target language material with topical stimulus, and film and literature tasters for every work- Builds grammar and translation skills with topic-related practice and a comprehensive grammar reference section- Develops language skills with a variety of tasks, practice questions and research activities- Gives students the tools they need to succeed with learning strategies throughout - Prepares students for the assessment with advice on essay-writing and the new individual research projectAudio resources to accompany the Student Book can be purchased in several ways: 1) as part of the Dynamic Learning Teaching and Learning resource, 2) downloaded separately, 3) as part of the Student eTextbook. The Audio resources are not part of the AQA approval process.
AQA A-level German (includes AS)
by Amy Bates Louise Fenner Helen Kent Paul Stocker Casimir d'Angelo Rod Hares Jean-Claude Gilles Lauren Léchelle Kirsty Thathapudi Lisa Littlewood Séverine Chevrier-Clarke Hodder EducationExam Board: AQALevel: AS/A-levelSubject: GermanFirst Teaching: September 2016First Exam: June 2017Our Student Book has been approved by AQA.Support the transition from GCSE and through the new A-level specification with a single textbook that has clear progression through four defined stages of learning suitable for a range of abilities.We have developed a completely new textbook designed specifically to meet the demands of the new 2016 specification. The Student Book covers both AS and A-level in one textbook to help students build on and develop their language skills as they progress throughout the course. - Exposes students to authentic target language material with topical stimulus, and film and literature tasters for every work- Supports the transition from GCSE with clear progression through four stages of learning: transition, AS, A-level and extension- Builds grammar and translation skills with topic-related practice and a comprehensive grammar reference section- Develops language skills with a variety of tasks, practice questions and research activities- Gives students the tools they need to succeed with learning strategies throughout - Prepares students for the assessment with advice on essay-writing and the new individual research projectAudio resources to accompany the Student Book must be purchased separately. They can be purchased in several ways: 1) as part of the Boost digital teacher resources; 2) as a separate audio download; 3) as part of the Boost eBook.The audio resources are not part of the AQA approval process.
AQA A-Level German (includes AS)
by Amy Bates Helen Kent Paul StockerOur Student Book has been approved by AQA.Support the transition from GCSE and through the new A-level specification with a single textbook that has clear progression through four defined stages of learning suitable for a range of abilities.We have developed a completely new textbook designed specifically to meet the demands of the new 2016 specification. The Student Book covers both AS and A-level in one textbook to help students build on and develop their language skills as they progress throughout the course. - Exposes students to authentic target language material with topical stimulus, and film and literature tasters for every work- Supports the transition from GCSE with clear progression through four stages of learning: transition, AS, A-level and extension- Builds grammar and translation skills with topic-related practice and a comprehensive grammar reference section- Develops language skills with a variety of tasks, practice questions and research activities- Gives students the tools they need to succeed with learning strategies throughout - Prepares students for the assessment with advice on essay-writing and the new individual research projectAudio resources to accompany the Student Book can be purchased in several ways: 1) as part of the Dynamic Learning Teaching and Learning resource, 2) downloaded separately, 3) as part of the Student eTextbook. The audio resources are not part of the AQA approval process.
AQA A-level Spanish (includes AS): Spanish Vocabulary For Aqa A-level
by Mike Thacker Tony Weston José Antonio Sánchez Hodder EducationExam Board: AQALevel: AS/A-levelSubject: SpanishFirst Teaching: September 2017First Exam: June 2018Our Student Book has been approved by AQA.Support the transition from GCSE and through the new A-level specification with a single textbook that has clear progression through four defined stages of learning suitable for a range of abilities.We have developed a completely new textbook designed specifically to meet the demands of the new 2016 specification. The Student Book covers both AS and A-level in one textbook to help students build on and develop their language skills as they progress throughout the course. - Exposes students to authentic target language material with topical stimulus, and film and literature tasters for every work- Supports the transition from GCSE with clear progression through four stages of learning: transition, AS, A-level and extension- Builds grammar and translation skills with topic-related practice and a comprehensive grammar reference section- Develops language skills with a variety of tasks, practice questions and research activities- Gives students the tools they need to succeed with learning strategies throughout - Prepares students for the assessment with advice on essay-writing and the new individual research projectAudio resources to accompany the Student Book must be purchased separately. They can be purchased in several ways: 1) as part of the Boost digital teacher resources; 2) as a separate audio download; 3) as part of the Boost eBook.The audio resources are not part of the AQA approval process.
AQA A-level Spanish (includes AS)
by Mike Thacker Tony Weston José García SánchezOur Student Book has been approved by AQA.Support the transition from GCSE and through the new A-level specification with a single textbook that has clear progression through four defined stages of learning suitable for a range of abilities.We have developed a completely new textbook designed specifically to meet the demands of the new 2016 specification. The Student Book covers both AS and A-level in one textbook to help students build on and develop their language skills as they progress throughout the course. - Exposes students to authentic target language material with topical stimulus, and film and literature tasters for every work- Supports the transition from GCSE with clear progression through four stages of learning: transition, AS, A-level and extension- Builds grammar and translation skills with topic-related practice and a comprehensive grammar reference section- Develops language skills with a variety of tasks, practice questions and research activities- Gives students the tools they need to succeed with learning strategies throughout - Prepares students for the assessment with advice on essay-writing and the new individual research projectAudio resources to accompany the Student Book can be purchased in several ways: 1) as part of the Dynamic Learning Teaching and Learning resource, 2) downloaded separately, 3) as part of the Student eTextbook. The audio resources are not part of the AQA approval process.
Arabic: An Essential Grammar
by Faruk Abu-ChacraArabic: An Essential Grammar is an up-to-date and practical reference guide to the most important aspects of the language. Suitable for beginners, as well as intermediate students, this book offers a strong foundation for learning the fundamental grammar and structure of Arabic. The complexities of the language are set out in short, readable sections, and exercises and examples are provided throughout. The book is ideal for independent learners as well as for classroom study. Features of this book include: coverage of the Arabic script and alphabet a chapter on Arabic handwriting a guide to pronunciation full examples throughout.
Arabic
by Karin C. RydingThis new edition, updated and with additional exercises, equips those who work, travel, and study in Arab countries with an educated form of spoken Arabic that functions flexibly in the face of various regional colloquial variants in the Arab world. Because the Arabic language has a number of very different spoken vernaculars, being able to speak and be understood in all Arab countries has become a challenge for English speakers. Ryding and Mehall have designed a course that teaches a standardized variant of spoken Arabic that is close to, but more natural than, the literary Modern Standard Arabic. With a non-grammar-based approach, this book fosters communicative competence in Arabic on all levels and develops speaking proficiency without abandoning Arabic script. It has proven to be clear, effective, and relevant to the needs of Americans living and working in the Arab East. Task-based lessons feature basic dialogues between Americans and Arabs, explanations of new structures, vocabulary expansion, and exercises; and provide gradual access to the sounds and script of Arabic by emphasizing listening and reading comprehension first, then slowly adding oral exercises and activities until the student has achieved basic proficiency. Not intended for self-instruction for beginners, Formal Spoken Arabic Basic Course with MP3 Files assumes some previous knowledge of Modern Standard Arabic, Arabic script and phonology, and previous or simultaneous instruction in orthography. This new edition includes a CD of MP3 audio exercises that are keyed to the text and drill students on listening and speaking. Lessons cover topics including:Heads of StateCities and CountriesOfficial TitlesGeographySystems of GovernmentLost LuggageGetting AcquaintedEstablishing Common GroundSeeking and Giving InformationPersonal Needs and FamilyHandling ProblemsEating OutBargaining and Buying