PDX Journeys Studying and Living in the US, Low-Intermediate Novel and Textbook for University ESL Students

Each unit begins with a chapter of fiction about a teacher and students in one ESL class. Reading comprehension and reading skills exercises follow. Prefix and suffix vocabulary-focus exercises are included. Academic Word List vocabulary exercises help students build a strong foundation in both rece...

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Main Author: Calderón, Amber Bliss (Author)
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: [Place of publication not identified] Portland State University Library [2016]
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