Rebecca Hughes Livres

Corpus-based reference/practice grammar emphasising speech and grammar choices in context. Exploring Grammar in Context draws on real spoken and written English from the most up-to-date research in the Cambridge International Corpus. Clearly structured units focus on main grammar areas with key points summarised in 'Observations' and 'Summary' panels. It also offers practical support and useful reference material. Key Features: • Real spoken and written English examples of grammar as it is used today. • A wide range of exercises enable students to check their understanding and progress. • The answer key offers detailed explanations, a glossary of grammar terms and supporting grammar reference notes.

Christianity has been present in India since at least the third century, but the faith remains a small minority. Even so, Christianity is growing rapidly in parts of the subcontinent, and has made an impact far beyond its numbers. Yet Indian Christianity remains highly controversial, and it has suffered growing discrimination and violence. This book shows how Christian converts and communities continue to make contributions to Indian society, even amid social pressure and violent persecution. In a time of controversy in India about the legitimacy of conversion and the value of religious diversity, Christianity in India addresses the complex issues of faith, identity, caste, and culture. It documents the outsized role of Christians in promoting human rights, providing education and healthcare, fighting injustice and exploitation, and stimulating economic uplift for the poor. Readers will come away surprised and sobered to learn how these active initiatives often invite persecution today. The essays draw on intimate and personal encounters with Christians in India, past and present, and address the challenges of religious freedom in contemporary India.

The book delves into the evolving research on spoken language, highlighting its unique characteristics as a distinct genre. Leading experts discuss the implications of these findings for language education, particularly in TESOL. They explore how new insights could reshape existing language theories and influence curriculum development, teaching methods, materials, and assessment practices. This resource aims to stimulate thought and discussion among researchers, professional educators, and student teachers in the field.

"In addition to the texts of both books is much further material, including extracts from public journals relating to Maria Monk, additional information on what happened after her alleged escape, the case in her favor, and testimony of others in confirmation of her claims. There is also a supplement to Rebecca Reed's account."--Page 4 of cover

Focusing on the complexities of speech, this revised edition highlights critical elements like prosody, gaze, and affect in second language interactions. As the sole resource addressing both theoretical and practical aspects of teaching speaking, it serves as an essential guide for educators. The update incorporates modern topics such as technology in teaching, quantitative trends in conversation analysis, and insights into cross-cultural communication, making it a comprehensive tool for enhancing speaking skills in language learners.

Focusing on the exploration of spoken versus written English, this activity-based textbook encourages students to investigate the distinctions themselves rather than passively absorbing information. Through engaging exercises, readers will analyze various forms of communication, enabling them to develop their own insights into these differences. This resource is essential for students of language, linguistics, and communication studies, as well as for non-native speakers and their educators.

This report examines key areas in security sector programming and oversight where the U.S. Departments of Defense and State employ accountability mechanisms, with the goal of identifying ways to sharpen and knit together mechanisms for improving accountability and professionalism into a coherent approach for partner countries.