M. McCarthy

Aimed at forward-thinking software developers and IT managers, Software for Your Head: Core Protocols for Creating and Maintaining Shared Vision provides an innovative set of procedures and reusable "patterns" for improving the way teams work together. This book\'s amalgam of the lingo of software patterns and management theory (and even New Age and popular psychology) helps make the text one of the most challenging you\'ll ever read about team building. Based on the authors\' considerable experience with Microsoft and their simulated developer boot camps run with hundreds of teams, this book eschews providing practical evidence drawn from real projects. Instead, it formulates a unique vocabulary of terms, protocols, and patterns that...

Дата выхода: декабрь 2009

"English Phrasal Verbs in Use Advanced" is a vocabulary book for advanced learners. It is primarily designed as a self-study reference and practice book but it can also be used for classroom work. The book covers many phrasal verbs useful to students preparing for the Cambridge CAE, CPE and IELTS examinations. "English Phrasal Verbs in Use Advanced": 60 easy-to-use two-page units: phrasal verbs are presented and explained on left-hand pages with a range of different practice exercises on right-hand pages. Presents and explains approximately 1,000 phrasal verbs in typical contexts using short texts, dialogues, tables and charts. Includes error warnings to help students avoid making common mistakes. Provides valuable information about...

Издательство: Cambridge
Дата выхода: октябрь 2008

Did you know that testing your English vocabulary could be enjoyable? You can use this book alone, or in class, and watch your rapid progress. Each test will build your confidence and help you fix even more words in your long-term memory. You can use Test Your English Vocabulary in Use on its own or along with the companion volume English Vocabulary in Use Advanced. Test Your English Vocabulary in Use: - is a convenient revision aid; - builds confidence in using vocabulary; - features 100 easy-to-use tests; - offers a wide variety of enjoyable test types; - has a clear marking system on each page so progress can easily be checked; - includes a comprehensive answer key; - can be used for self-study and in class.

Издательство: Cambridge University Press
Дата выхода: август 2008

Did you know that testing your English Vocabulary could be enjoyable? You can use this book alone, or in class, and watch your rapid progress. Each test will build your confidence and help you remember even `problem` words. You can use Test Your English Vocabulary in Use: Elementary on its own or along with the companion volume English Vocabulary in Use: Elementary.

Издательство: Cambridge University Press
Дата выхода: июль 2008

A good knowledge of collocations (typical word combinations) is essential for fluent and natural-sounding English. Using collocations will improve your style of written and spoken English, and knowledge of collocations is often tested in examinations such as Cambridge FCE, CAE, CPE and IELTS. Learning correct word combinations will also help you avoid common learner errors. English Collocations in Use presents and practises hundreds of collocations in typical contexts. It is ideal for students at good intermediate level and above.

Издательство: Cambridge University Press
Дата выхода: февраль 2007

Touchstone is a ground-breaking new series that offers a fresh approach to teaching and learning North American English. It draws on the Cambridge International Corpus, a large database of conversations and written texts, to build a syllabus based on how people actually use English. The series introduces unique "conversation management" strategies, places special emphasis on teaching vocabulary and vocabulary-learning strategies, and offers exciting ideas for personalized, learner-centered interaction. Key Features ¦ Grammar presented in natural contexts - Vocabulary-learning strategies ¦ Strategies for managing conversation ¦ Inductive learning tasks ¦ Useful facts about spoken language ¦ Personalized speaking and writing practice...

Издательство: Cambridge University Press
Дата выхода: март 2006

English Phrasal Verbs in Use is a comprehensive reference and practice book suitable for students from good intermediate level onwards. Over 1000 of the most useful and frequent phrasal verbs are clearly explained and practised in typical contexts. The material is designed for self-study, as well as classroom use, and has a student-friendly answer key. The book has 70 two-page units. The verbs are presented on the left-hand page and are practised on the facing right-hand page. The verbs are divided into units by topic, function, concept, particle and verb. The language is presented in various ways, often in tables, showing the phrasal verbs in a range of natural contexts such as everyday dialogues, e-mails, cartoons and newspaper...

Издательство: Cambridge University Press
Дата выхода: апрель 2004

This new reference and practice book looks at the most colourful and fun area of vocabulary - idioms. This material will appeal to students from intermediate level upwards who want to understand the English which native speakers really use day to day. Over 1000 of the most useful and frequent idioms which learners are likely to encounter are presented and practised in typical contexts, so that by the end of the book learners will have hundreds of idioms `at their fingertips`. English Idioms in Use will help you `get off to a flying start`!

Издательство: Cambridge University Press
Дата выхода: апрель 2004

English Vocabulary in Use advanced is a vocabulary book for advanced level learners. It is primarily designed as a self-study reference and practice text but it can also be used for classroom work. English Vocabulary in Use advanced: 100 easy-to-use two-page units: vocabulary items are presented and explained on left-hand pages with a range of practice exercises on right-hand pages. Presents and explains new words in context and shows learners how to use them. Uses short texts and typical example sentences to ensure students are exposed to real language. Based on a corpus of written and spoken language to ensure the vocabulary is relevant and up-to-date. Promotes good learning habits with study tips and follow-up tasks....

Издательство: Cambridge University Press
Дата выхода: июнь 2002

English Vocabulary in Use Upper-intermediate is aimed specifically at upper-intermediate level learners. The material has been thoroughly revised following feedback from users of the first edition. The vocabulary presented in this new edition has now been informed by the Cambridge International Corpus of real language to ensure that the vocabulary is current, useful and relevant for learners. - 100 easy-to-use units: vocabulary items are presented and explained on left-hand pages with a range of practice exercises on right-hand pages. - Presents and explains new words in context, shows learners how to use them and how to work out rules for using them. - Contains a comprehensive, learner-friendly answer key. - Includes a...

Издательство: Cambridge University Press
Дата выхода: август 1998

This book, by one of the leading figures in applied linguists, provides a wide-ranging and comprehensive treatment of the major issues in applied linguistics. Its six chapters take the reader through the major tenets and debates in the field and are essential reading for anyone involved in applied linguistics and language teaching today. It outlines the historical roots of the field and its major developments over the years, and examines current issues such as language modelling and the analysis of discourse. While not neglecting theory, the book takes a practical approach and language teachers, as well as university level students, will find it a useful read.

Издательство: Cambridge University Press
Дата выхода: декабрь 1995

This unique reference and practice grammar is based entirely on real spoken and written language. It analyses why people choose certain structures in situations and the effect of those choices on meaning, Exploring Grammar in Context upper intermediate and advanced: provides 25 units focusing on key grammar areas for language teachers and students, actively engages the reader in discovering patterns of grammar use, offers an extensive, varied range of practice exercises to check understanding, is based on real life examples from the Cambridge International Corpus, a computerised database of contemporary spoken and written English, emphasises spoken English with examples from the Cambridge and Nottingham Corpus of Discourse English...

Издательство: Cambridge University Press
Дата выхода: декабрь 1995

Did you know that testing your English vocabulary could be enjoyable? You can use this book alone or in class and watch your rapid progress. Each test will build confidence and help you remember even \'problem\' words.Test Your English Vocabulary in Use is a convenient revision aid, builds confidence in using vocabulary, contains 90 easy-to-use tests, offers a wide variety of enjoyable test types, has a clear marking system on each page so progress can be checked easily. includes a comprehensive answer key with pronunciation of difficult words. can be used for self-study and in class.

Издательство: Cambridge University Press
Дата выхода: декабрь 1995

English Vocabulary in Use is a vocabulary book for upper-intermediate and advanced learners of English, primarily designed as a self-study reference and practice book, but can also be used for classroom work. Firmly based on current learning theory, its emphasis is on the practical needs of the learner. It aims not only to present and explain words but to demonstrate how to use them and how to work out rules for using them. Vocabulary is explained and presented on left-hand pages with a wealth of innovative follow-up activities opposite. 100 units, covering approximately 3,000 new vocabulary items, offers learners the opportunity to consolidate and expand existing vocabulary, promotes invaluable learning techniques, gives study tips and...

Издательство: Cambridge University Press
Дата выхода: декабрь 1995

English Vocabulary in Use Elementary is a vocabulary book for learners of English, primarily designed as a self-study reference and practice book, but which can also be used for classroom work. 60 easy-to-use units: vocabulary items are presented and explained on left-hand pages with a variety of follow up activities on right-hand pages. Presents and explains new words in context and shows learners how to use them and how to work out rules for using them. Based on a corpus of real written and spoken language. Suggests tips and techniques for good vocabulary learning habits. Contains a comprehensive, student-friendly key. Includes a detailed index with phonetic transcription. Beautifully illustrated in full colour.

Издательство: Cambridge University Press
Дата выхода: декабрь 1995