Publisher's Synopsis
This comprehensive foundation textbook is expressly designed for students embarking on a Russian language programme. Accompanied by 5 hours of audio materials, it develops the four key language skills - reading, writing, speaking and listening - and provides all the material required to reach intermediate level either at secondary school or during the first year of university. Highly interactive and activity-based, the course puts students firmly at the centre of the learning process, developing their autonomy as learners. Thorough grounding in the grammar and structures of contemporary Russian Wide-ranging tasks and exercises for both classroom use and self study Informative texts selected to foster cultural awareness Topics including family life, education, history, geography, work and leisure Clear, attractive layout with lively illustrations to reinforce learning Extensive reference features including a section on basic concepts of grammar Teachers' guidelines to enhance practical application in the classroom On-line answer key
