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Speaking for Everyday Life
by Scott Fisher and Brian Stuart*
               
               

A new English conversation textbook series focused specifically on Korean students of English. No more struggling to modify materials to appeal to your students, no more trying to figure out how to incorporate Korean culture and Konglish into your lessons, no more wishing for activities specifically targeting the needs of Korean students - it's all in here already.

These books were co-written by the author of 1stopKorea.com

               
   
Speaking for Everyday Life 1
click to download a sample unit
(Unit 1 Meeting People, good first day lesson)
(15 meg. PDF file, opens in new window)
Speaking for Everyday Life 2
click to download a sample unit
(Unit 8 Korean Traditions and Customs)
(13 meg. PDF file, opens in new window)
   
Click here to download unit-by-unit reviews/quizzes for Book 1
(1 meg. PDF file, Book 2 reviews coming soon)
   
Click here to download a 'Konglish' handout based on excerpts from the books
   
               

The Speaking for Everyday Life approach is to present dialogs, vocabulary and activities that are related to everyday life in Korea, encouraging students to speak about things they are familiar with while having fun with the numerous language and cultural activities included in each unit. Although the focus is on improving speaking skills; additional listening and writing activities are included in each unit.


Features
Each unit starts with a short introductory activity designed to establish the unit's theme and create a need for the vocabulary and grammar points taught on the following pages. Next, vocabulary practice and dialogs model the expressions and grammar points.

Most importantly, students are then set free to enjoy the numerous activities that serve to practice the language in a less structured, more natural setting. Wrapping up each unit are listening activities, a Konglish section, and free talking questions designed to address any remaining weak points, while further improving the targeted listening and speaking skills.


Available in bookstores throughout the peninsula.

To order online please visit our publisher, Darakwon (Korean only)

For more information contact me at 1stopKorea.


Each Unit

  • Starter - introduces students to the unit's topic and sets the theme
  • Vocabulary - explains and practices key expressions
  • Conversations - build on the unit's theme by modeling key phrases and grammar
  • Grammar Points - highlight and practice structures related to the unit/theme
  • Activities - give students several chances to practice target grammar and vocabulary
  • Listening Activity - reviews the unit's main concepts, vocabulary, and grammar
  • Konglish! Konglish! - clears up some problem Konglish and/or highlights related cultural points
  • Writing Activity - further reinforces the unit's key points through a simple, optional writing assignment
  • Wrap-it-up Questions - help imprint the unit's key expressions and grammar through 'free talking' questions
               
             

*About the Authors

Brian Stuart
- Master's Degree in TESL: University of Birmingham, UK
- Bachelor's Degree in Mass Communications/Journalism: University of Utah
- former EBS co-host for two English conversation programs
- English professor at Sungshin Women's University
- 10 years teaching experience in Korea

Scott Fisher
- Master's Degree in Korean Studies: Seoul National University, Korea
- Bachelor's Degree in History: University of Michigan
- author of numerous books and articles on Korean culture, Konglish, and language study
- owner/webmaster of 1stopKorea.com
- former co-host of EBS Morning Special, live radio program for Korean students of English
- English professor at Sungshin Women's University
- 10 years teaching experience in Korea

               

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1. Written by S. Bishop on 2008-03-10 08:52 - Guest
 
 
Book 2 Reviews
Any word on when the Book 2 reviews will be released? :?
 

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