Ebook: Open Forum 3. Academic listening and speaking

Oxford University Press, 2008. — 112 pages.

Open Forum is a three-level series that exposes students to engaging; and informative content while developing essential listening and speaking skills. Each level contains listening selections and discussion activities related to a range of academic content areas, including communications, technology, business, and the social sciences. Each chapter provides presentation and practice of important listening and speaking skills so that students can develop effective learning strategies. Open Forum also offers vocabulary and pronunciation strands to complement the instruction.
Repeated exposure to the content areas prepares students for the academic classroom and builds confidence.
Diverse listening selections including radio interviews, news reports, monologues, and short lectures ensure a high level of engagement and encourage discussion.
Abundant opportunities for conversation practice promote collaborative learning and strengthen motivation.
Progress tests consolidate learning and provide opportunities for ongoing assessment.