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Price: $29.95

Format:
Paperback 286 pp.
Colour illustrations throughout, 2159 mm x 279 mm

ISBN-10:
0195431162

ISBN-13:
9780195431162

Publication date:
March 2009

Imprint: OUP Canada

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Oxford Picture Dictionary, Second Canadian English Edition

Jayme Adelson-Goldstein and the late Norma Shapiro

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The Oxford Picture Dictionary, Second Canadian English Edition is an illustrated, theme-based dictionary for second-language learners. This four-colour dictionary defines words through pictures, and presents each new word in context. The OPD, along with its workbooks and many other components, can be used as a reference book or as text for high school or adult ESL students at the beginner level.

For years, the first Canadian edition of the OPD has been the industry leader among picture dictionaries. The second edition expands on the topics covered, providing more depth of vocabulary in the areas that matter most to students. The illustrations have been completely updated in a more realistic style that is visually appealing to adult learners.

The second edition also contains two new features: Introductory Pages and Story Pages. The Introductory Pages have been added to the beginning of each theme to give lower-level students a basic overview of key vocabulary words, and to give a starting point for discussion and an introduction to the theme for more advanced students. The Story Pages consist of a two-page spread at the end of each theme to help students use the words in context and practise their reading skills.

The OPD is designed for use both in and out of the classroom. Speaking exercises are presented throughout the OPD to allow students to practise new vocabulary in pairs or small groups, while the pronunciation guide in the index allows students to check their pronunciation when they are studying on their own.

Sample Pages

Readership : Beginner-level ESL picture dictionary for mature or adult learners.

Theme 1: Everyday Language
Theme 2: People
Theme 3: Housing
Theme 4: Food
Theme 5: Clothing
Theme 6: Health
Theme 7: Community
Theme 8: Transportation
Theme 9: Work
Theme 10: Areas of Study
Theme 11: Plants and Animals
Theme 12: Recreation

Oxford Picture Dictionary, Second Canadian Edition Low Beginning Workbook
Oxford Picture Dictionary, Second Canadian Edition High Beginning Workbook
Oxford Picture Dictionary, Second Canadian Edition Intermediate Workbook

Jayme Adelson-Goldstein is an ESL teacher-trainer, consultant, and author living in Northridge, California. After starting to work with adult ESL, ESP, and VESL students in the 1980s, Jayme went on to teach the adult ESL methodology courses at UCLA Education Extension for many years. She is currently specializing in professional development for the adult division of Los Angeles Unified School District and is helping to develop mentor programs for CAL PRO (the adult education professional development program funded by the California Department of Education). As an ESL consultant, Jayme conducts teacher-training workshops on topics such as vocabulary development, focused listening, co-operative learning, and multi-level instruction across the US and Canada.

Norma Shapiro was involved with second language teaching since 1982. She conducted many workshops on vocabulary development, communicative activities, and using visuals in the classroom. She instructed teachers on how to draw language concepts for the ESL classroom. As a training facilitator for the ESL Teacher Institute in California, and a language trainer of teachers for the Peace Corps and Chalk Talk Workshops, she travelled to many regions outside of the United States.

Step Forward Canada: Language for Everyday Life: Level 1: Student Book - Sharon Rajabi
Step Forward Canada: Language for Everyday Life: Level 2: Student Book - Sharon Rajabi and Jayme Adelson-Goldstein

Special Features

  • More than 4000 words illustrated in full colour and defined in context
  • 140 key topics grouped into 12 thematic areas
  • Includes a variety of exercises
  • Index with an easy-to-follow pronunciation guide to increase accuracy and fluency in using the new vocabulary
  • Introductory Pages provide a starting point for each theme, with essential vocabulary and a two-page picture for discussion
  • Story Pages promote use of the new words in context, reading skills, and critical thinking
  • Three accompanying workbooks: lower-beginner, beginner, and intermediate
  • Canadian content throughout