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Our fully comprehensive range of Academic English publishing focuses on the skills needed for academic life and teaches the most useful language. Materials are available to suit a variety of courses at different types of institution, designed for both students and teachers.
We offer academic light materials through to more in-depth titles and a range of integrated skills, paired skills, study skills, academic reading, academic writing and academic vocabulary materials for a range of levels. We have both American English titles and ‘International’ titles.
Our courses help learners develop the confidence they need to succeed in the real world.
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Academic English Conference 2023
The three-day Academic English Conference took place between 7-9 February 2023. ELT experts around the world provided insights and practical tips on topics such as academic writing, critical thinking, motivating students... and more. Click the button below to watch all the talks on our YouTube channel.
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Academic English Conference 2021
The four-day Academic English Conference took place online between 19-22 October 2021. ELT experts around the world provided insights and practical tips on topics such as learner-orientated assessment, teaching writing and grammar, motivation of students and teacher wellbeing.
All talks are now free to view on our YouTube channel by clicking the button below.
How has 2020 changed academic English teaching?
In a recent survey, we heard from over 1000 teachers about how their teaching has been impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. There are certainly many challenges, but there are some positives emerging as well. This research is part of our ongoing dialogue with teachers and will help us develop our products, teacher support and content for the next Academic Conference.
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We know from our survey that students are finding studying difficult and their learning may be suffering as a result. Motivation is a key part of learning so we’d like to know what great ideas you have to keep it high! Share your tip with other academic English teachers, so we can work together to keep students everywhere motivated.
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Grammar and Beyond Essentials
English Type: American English
CEF Level: A1-C1
Publication Date: January 2019
Grammar and Beyond Essentials is a research-based and contextualized grammar series for beginning- to advanced-level students.
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Prism Reading
English Type: American English
CEF Level: A1-C1
Publication Date: July 2018
Prism Reading helps learners develop a range of academic and critical thinking skills to build confidence and prepare for college courses.
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Prism
English Type: American English
CEF Level: A1-C1
Publication Date: June 2016
Prism is a paired skills course focusing on critical thinking, academic skills, and language students need most to prepare for their college studies.
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Academic Vocabulary in Use 2nd Edition
English Type: International English
CEF Level: B2-C1
Publication Date: January 2016
Academic Vocabulary in Use Second Edition is the perfect study aid for anyone using English for their academic work.
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Final Draft
English Type: American English
CEF Level: A2-C1
Publication Date: June 2015
Final Draft helps students become confident and effective writers, and prepares them for success in their university studies.
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Present Yourself 2nd Edition
English Type: American English
CEF Level: B1-B2
Publication Date: September 2014
Present Yourself Second Edition, with complementary videos, is a presentation skills course for adult and young adult learners of English.
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English for Academics
English Type: British English
CEF Level: B1-B2
Publication Date: July 2014
A communication skills course for academics who need to work and socialise in English
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Unlock
English Type: International English
CEF Level: A1-B2
Publication Date: February 2014
Unlock is a five-level academic skills course that combines carefully scaffolded exercises, a comprehensive approach to critical thinking and motivating video.
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Skills for Effective Writing
English Type: American English
CEF Level: A1-B2
Publication Date: June 2013
Skills for Effective Writing teaches a wide variety of discrete writing skills and offers extensive practice in each one.
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Discovering Fiction 2nd Edition
English Type: American English
CEF Level: A2-C1
Publication Date: December 2012
Discovering Fiction features short stories that enhance students' reading skills, language learning, and enjoyment of literature.
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Skills and Language for Study
CEF Level: B1-C1
Publication Date: September 2012
Skills and Language for Study is a three-level course (B1+ to C1) in academic skills and language aimed at students preparing for university-level studies in English.
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Academic Encounters 2nd Edition
English Type: American English
CEF Level: A2-C1
Publication Date: July 2012
Academic Encounters Second edition is a paired skills series with a sustained content approach to teach skills necessary for taking academic courses in English.
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Cambridge Academic English
English Type: International English
CEF Level: B1-C1
Publication Date: February 2012
Cambridge Academic English is a three-level integrated skills course for higher education students at university or on foundation courses.
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Academic Writing Skills
English Type: American English
CEF Level: B2-C1
Publication Date: November 2011
Academic Writing Skills is a three-volume essay writing course for students that develops students’ abilities to compose college-level essays.
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Strategic Reading 2nd Edition
English Type: American English
CEF Level: A2-B2
Publication Date: November 2011
Strategic Reading Second edition is a three-level series designed to develop reading, fluency, vocabulary-building, and critical-thinking skills.
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Communicative Activities for EAP
English Type: British English
Publication Date: January 2011
Communicative Activities for EAP provides innovative EAP teaching ideas suitable for a wide range of contexts.
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Read This!
English Type: American English
CEF Level: A1-B2
Publication Date: June 2010
Read This! is a four-level reading series designed to help for adult and young adult ESL students develop reading fluency.
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Present Yourself
English Type: American English
CEF Level: A2-B2
Publication Date: September 2008
Present Yourself is a presentation skills course for adult and young-adult learners of English.
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Let's Talk 2nd Edition
English Type: American English
CEF Level: A1-B2
Publication Date: November 2007
Let’s Talk Second edition is a speaking and listening course that takes students from a high-beginning to a high-intermediate level.
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Guidelines 3rd Edition
English Type: American English
CEF Level: C2
Publication Date: January 2007
Guidelines Third edition is an advanced reading and writing text designed specifically to strengthen students' academic writing.
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Active Listening 2nd Edition
English Type: American English
CEF Level: A2-B1
Publication Date: November 2006
Active Listening Second edition for adult and young adult learners has task-based units built around a topic, function, or grammatical theme.
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Study Writing 2nd Edition
English Type: British English
Publication Date: July 2006
A course in written English for academic purposes.
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In Our Own Words 3rd Edition
English Type: American English
Publication Date: June 2005
In Our Own Words takes the unique approach of using student writing as a resource for writing instruction and idea development.
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Writers at Work
English Type: American English
CEF Level: A1-B2
Publication Date: May 2005
Writers at Work prepares ESL students to tackle academic essay writing by giving them a solid foundation in writing skills.
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Write to Be Read 2nd Edition
English Type: American English
CEF Level: B1-B2
Publication Date: April 2005
Write to be Read Second edition is a high-intermediate to low-advanced writing book that teaches students to write academic essays with greater fluency.
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A Writer's Workbook 4th Edition
English Type: American English
CEF Level: C1
Publication Date: February 2005
A Writer’s Workbook Fourth edition is a comprehensive academic writing skills book for advanced-level students that includes authentic readings and a study of grammar.
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New Directions 2nd Edition
English Type: American English
CEF Level: C2
Publication Date: January 2005
New Directions Second edition is a thematic reading and writing-skills text for advanced learners that bridges the gap between ESL and college writing courses.
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Study Skills in English 2nd Edition
English Type: British English
Publication Date: October 2004
A complete course for students who are currently attending a university or college or who hope to begin university or college studies soon.
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Study Reading 2nd Edition
Publication Date: October 2004
This book for intermediate and above students includes authentic texts from textbooks, journals, reference works and study guides.
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Inspired to Write
English Type: American English
CEF Level: C1
Publication Date: June 2004
Inspired to Write uses powerful and provocative readings to inspire young adult students to write personal and academic essays.
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From Writing to Composing 2nd Edition
English Type: American English
CEF Level: B1
Publication Date: April 2004
From Writing to Composing Second edition introduces high-beginner to low-intermediate students to the basics of formal writing in English.
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Writing from Within
English Type: American English
Publication Date: November 2000
Through a range of exciting activities, this two-level series draws on students' world knowledge, beliefs, and personal experiences to teach various aspects of the writing process.
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The International Story
English Type: American English
CEF Level: C2
Publication Date: July 1998
The International Story is an anthology with guidelines for reading and writing about fiction.
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Academic Writing 2nd Edition
Publication Date: July 1998
While taking students through the writing process, this book also teaches attention to form, format, and accuracy.
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How English Works
English Type: British English
Publication Date: April 1998
This book uses readings from newspapers, works of non-fiction, and college textbooks to illustrate the use of target structures.
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Study Tasks in English
English Type: British English
Publication Date: July 1996
A complete course in English for Academic Purposes at intermediate level upwards.
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