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May 28, 2003 by World Languages Editorial Board |
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This is a collection of low, to low-intermediate level listening, reading, and
grammar activities for students of ESL. In addition to engaging self-study
materials, there are a number of nicely designed lesson plans for in-class
interactive oral/aural language practice.
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The content of these activities is consistently engaging as is the design of
accompanying practice routines. Many of the listening activities are tied to
contemporary news broadcasts and human interest issues. The grammar work section
makes nice use of illustrations to match language and meaning.
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The self-study materials can be assigned to individuals or small groups for
practice of listening, reading, and grammar. Lesson plans included can be easily
adapted and integrated.
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The ESL Wonderland is simply yet elegantly designed and easy to navigate. The
Activities section is the most useful for instructors and students.
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