Assignment C - Part 1
An Evaluation of Cutting Edge Advanced
Use the checklist from unit 10 ('Evaluating course book material') to write a general evaluation
of the book.
You won't be able to comment on all items as you only have one unit and the contents, but say
as much as you can.
This must be presented as a coherent essay, not just a list.
Then say whether you personally would like to use the book with an advanced class and why or
why not - this is just your opinion, so there is not a right or a wrong response to this part.
You do not need to refer to the class described for Part 2 of this assignment.
Write 300 - 500 words.
An Evaluation of Cutting Edge Advanced
The material of Cutting Edge Advanced course book is clearly formulated and well presented.
The topics, language focus and skills covered are suitably and logically organised with a clear
indication, in the contents table, of the balance of the four skills in each unit.
The material offers adequate language summaries and grammar- and vocabulary practices. It
comprises of a good balance of the reading, writing, listening and speaking skills and the
vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation areas are effectively utilized in the material. There are
plenty stimulating tasks to engage students in with a variety of activities which requires working in
pairs or group work.
The material is appealing and well presented with appropriate headings in colour separating
sections, which make it easy to distinguish the reading text from the practical exercises. The
colourful outlays in the reading texts with picture illustrations make the material attractive. The
listening and reading texts are stimulating and draws interest because of the interesting topics
which cover useful information. Grammar and vocabulary reference pages are provided for
students in the material.
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An Evaluation of Cutting Edge Advanced
Use the checklist from unit 10 ('Evaluating course book material') to write a general evaluation
of the book.
You won't be able to comment on all items as you only have one unit and the contents, but say
as much as you can.
This must be presented as a coherent essay, not just a list.
Then say whether you personally would like to use the book with an advanced class and why or
why not - this is just your opinion, so there is not a right or a wrong response to this part.
You do not need to refer to the class described for Part 2 of this assignment.
Write 300 - 500 words.
An Evaluation of Cutting Edge Advanced
The material of Cutting Edge Advanced course book is clearly formulated and well presented.
The topics, language focus and skills covered are suitably and logically organised with a clear
indication, in the contents table, of the balance of the four skills in each unit.
The material offers adequate language summaries and grammar- and vocabulary practices. It
comprises of a good balance of the reading, writing, listening and speaking skills and the
vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation areas are effectively utilized in the material. There are
plenty stimulating tasks to engage students in with a variety of activities which requires working in
pairs or group work.
The material is appealing and well presented with appropriate headings in colour separating
sections, which make it easy to distinguish the reading text from the practical exercises. The
colourful outlays in the reading texts with picture illustrations make the material attractive. The
listening and reading texts are stimulating and draws interest because of the interesting topics
which cover useful information. Grammar and vocabulary reference pages are provided for
students in the material.
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