4,000 words and phrases are organized thematically within 163 topics. Includes English to Brazilian Portuguese translations of vocabulary throughout, and an extensive index in Brazilian Portuguese at the back of the book. A fully integrated vocabulary development program in American English, progressing from essential words to the more complex, delivered in short thematic units. Realistic scenarios and modern artwork are easy to relate to and these, together with story pages and practice exercises, have been applauded for their success in promoting critical thinking skills. Content is fully supported by a range of components (in English only) - including Workbooks, Classroom Activities, Audio and website.
This best-selling dictionary is now in its 4th edition. Specifically written for students of language teaching and applied linguistics, it has become an indispensible resource for those engaged in courses in TEFL, TESOL, applied linguistics and introductory courses in general linguistics. Fully revised, this new edition includes over 350 new entries. Previous definitions have been revised or replaced in order to make this the most up-to-date and comprehensive dictionary available. Providing straightforward and accessible explanations of difficult terms and ideas in applied linguistics, this dictionary offers: Nearly 3000 detailed entries, from subject areas such as teaching methodology, curriculum development, sociolinguistics, syntax and phonetics. Clear and accurate definitions which assume no prior knowledge of the subject matter helpful diagrams and tables cross references throughout, linking related subject areas for ease of reference, and helping to broaden students' knowledge The Dictionary of Language Teaching and Applied Linguistics is the definitive resource for students.
This completelyd second edition of The Longman Dictionary of the English Language is one of the largest, most wide-ranging, single-volume dictionaries available. It is based on a unique analysis of millions of words as they are used in actual speech. This dictionary achieves a balance of tradition and innovation with 220,000 definitions written in accessible language, ensuring clarity, precision and consistency. More than 6,000 new words have been added to this unique compilation. It features boxed mini-essays providing the "why" for many definitions and points of usage. Upwards of 1,000 notes explain the difference between synonyms as well as correct usage. All new biographies and geographical references have been added along with thousands of fascinating word histories.
A longer-range purpose is to collect comparable information on as many polities as possible in order to facilitate the development of a richer theory to guide language policy and planning in other polities that undertake the development of a national policy on languages. This volume is part of an areal series which is committed to providing descriptions of language planning and policy in countries around the world."--BOOK JACKET.
Contains records describing books, book chapters, articles, and conference papers published in the field of Latin American studies. Coverage includes relevant books as well as over 800 social science and 550 humanities journals and volumes of conference proceedings. Most records include abstracts with evaluations.