Wider World American Edition
English type: American English
Levels: 5
CEFR: Pre-A1-B1+
GSE: 10-55
Suitable for: Teenagers
Hours: Each level provides material for 72–100 hours of teaching
Authors: Sandy Zervas, Catherine Bright, Bob Hastings, Stuart McKinlay, Carolyn Barraclough, Suzanne Gaynor, Katheryn Alevizos
Out of the classroom, into the world
Is it for me?
Wider World American Edition pairs the successful English language learning concepts of Wider World with content that has been carefully researched and adapted to meet the specific needs of teachers and students looking for an American English course.
Wider World American Edition is the portal to a fascinating world of English language knowledge and skills for 21st century learners. The combination of authentic and engaging videos from the BBC with Pearson’s ELT expertise gives teenage learners everything they need to achieve their goals in the wider world.
Two alternative learning paths
Wider World American Edition offers two alternative paths teachers can follow, depending on their students' level of English and what they enjoy.
It is a direct response to conversations we have had with educators to help them respond to specific teaching needs and provide a course that grows with their students.
Lower-level starting point
This option is recommended for classes where the level of English is low at the very beginning and for students who will appreciate more animated, entertaining content to begin with and continue with a more adolescent approach, as they grow older.
Higher-level starting point
This option is recommended for classes where students have already had some education in English and expect a course with a more teenage-feel from the very beginning.
Highlights
Authentic
High-quality BBC Culture and BBC Vox Pop videos provide inspiring content and motivate students to use English as it is really spoken.
Interactive
Numerous opportunities for interaction with real life content across print and digital formats allow students to develop their language skills at a deeper cognitive level.
Reliable
Thoroughly researched and challenging content delivered within the Assessment for Learning principles improves students’ chances for exam success.
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