French Tutor: Grammar and Vocabulary Workbook (Learn French with Teach Yourself) - (Language Tutors) by Mary C Christensen (Paperback)

About the Book

"Advanced beginner to upper intermediate"--Cover.

Book Synopsis

Do you want to communicate easily and freely in French?
Master French grammar and broaden your vocabulary with your very own French Tutor. This contemporary interactive workbook features 200 activities across a range of grammar and vocabulary points with clear goals, concise explanations, and real-world tasks. By studying and practicing French grammar you'll understand how the language really works and be able to speak French with clarity and ease.

What will I learn?
The French Tutor: Grammar and Vocabulary Workbook covers a comprehensive range of the most useful and frequent grammar and vocabulary in French. You can follow along unit by unit, or dip in and dip out to address your weak areas. As you progress, you will be introduced to new vocabulary and combine it with the grammar to complete extensive exercises. You will then practice the language through authentic reading and writing practice. You will achieve a solid upper intermediate level* of French grammar.

Is this course for me?
The French Tutor: Grammar and Vocabulary Workbook can be used as a standalone course or as a complement to any other French course. It offers extensive practice and review of essential grammar points and vocabulary and skills building. The personal tutor element points out exceptions and gives tips to really help you perfect your French.

What do I get?
This French workbook offers a range of clear and effective learning features:
-200 activities across a range of grammar and vocabulary points
-Unique visuals and infographics for extra context and practice
-Personal tutor hints and tips to help you to understand language rules and culture points
-Learn to learn section offers tips and advice on how to be a good language learner

25 short learning units each contain:
-communication goals to guide your studies
-grammar explanations with extensive exercises
-vocabulary presentations and activities
-reading and writing sections to consolidate your learning

*This workbook maps from Novice High to Advanced Mid level proficiency of ACTFL (American Council on Teaching Foreign Languages) and from A2 Beginner to B2 Upper Intermediate level of the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) guidelines.

What other courses are available?
For further study and practice, see Get Started in French (ISBN 9781444174595) and Complete French: Teach Yourself (ISBN 9781444177299).

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About the Author

Mary C. Christensen, PhD holds a Doctorate in Romance Languages & Literatures with a specialization in French from the University of Michigan. She is currently Associate Professor of French at the State University of New York at New Paltz and teaches classes in French language, literature, and civilization.

Julie Cracco has a Master's Degree in Instructional Technology from the New York Institute of Technology. She also holds degrees in Secondary Education, French and Communication Studies from the State University of New York and teaches French in New York.