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Developed from the ground up with seamless integration of the National Standards for Foreign Language Learning, Nexos prepares introductory Spanish students to communicate meaningfully in interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational modes. Through realistic pacing of material, easy-to-use grammar, practical vocabulary, and a modern video storyline that contextualizes grammar and vocabulary, Nexos provides rich linguistic and cultural content that promotes language learning. Throughout the text, situations, vocabulary, and activities reflect a technologically up-to-date, Internet proficient Spanish-speaking world that appeals to contemporary students. Other practical, day-to-day themes that command student attention include fashion, sports, journalism, medical professions, volunteer organizations, and a focus on U.S. Latinos and their contributions to society. Easy-to-navigate chapters guide students through the material, beginning with compelling chapter openers that introduce a theme, communication and cultural goals, and the chapter's region of focus. Students gain confidence, cultural awareness, and early speaking skills with relevant, contextualized vocabulary presentations linked to a high-interest video storyline. Actividades following each presentation provide a range of practice. Clear, complete, and accessible grammar presentations accompanied by realia, charts, or thought-provoking cartoons (Sonrisas) motivate students to practice and master grammar. A range of thematically related practice focuses on development of all five skills and includes two listening comprehension activities per chapter. Reading and writing strategies relevant to the chapter's theme and content motivate students to develop their understanding and use of Spanish. Exploraciones culturales focus on expanding cultural awareness of the particular Spanish-speaking region featured in the chapter, ConÉctate activities direct students to relevant Internet sites for further exploration. ¡Fijate! linguistic notes enrich students' learning by providing insights into the nature of language. Voces de la comunidad sections profile prominent U.S. Hispanics whose interests or profession relate to the chapter theme. ¡CompÁrate! readings feature topics relating to the chapter theme and encourage cultural comparisons between the United States and the rest of the Spanish-speaking world.
| ISBN-13 | 9780618457052 |
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| ISBN-10 | 0618457054 |
| List Price | $123.67 |
| Format | Hardcover |
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| Pages | 544 pages |
| Publisher | Houghton Mifflin College Div |
| Published On | 2004-08-01 |
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