Keynote Proficient with DVD-ROM

Through its transformative narratives and respected speakers, Keynote helps students gain a deeper understanding of the world, empowering them to express themselves confidently in English. By fostering skills in communication, collaboration, and creative thinking, the program guides students toward achieving real-world outcomes, encouraging them to engage with ideas and develop their own voices. Both educators and learners will find renewed confidence and innovative approaches to communication in the increasingly information-rich environment of Global English.Keynote offers a comprehensive learning experience through various features, beginning with authentic listening materials that include native and non-native speakers, designed specifically for classroom use. The curriculum emphasizes 21st-century skills such as critical thinking, visual literacy, digital literacy, and global citizenship. Inspiration is drawn from TED Talks, reading texts, and infographics that illustrate real-world applications.Practical language use is a focal point, ensuring students can communicate effectively in speaking and writing through a syllabus that highlights everyday language. Additionally, the presentation skills syllabus provides a toolkit of adaptable skills to enhance fluency, confidence, and dynamic delivery. Creative thinking is nurtured in a safe environment where students can experiment and articulate their ideas through language.The interactive e-book version of the Student's Book also integrates audio and video, complementing workbook offerings, which allow learners to consolidate and expand on the language and skills taught. This includes 12 curated playlists featuring TED Talks and podcasts from the Keynote team, enhancing personal engagement with authentic materials.Writing and presentation skills are honed through targeted exercises focusing on text structure and essential language. An online workbook further reinforces the material from the Student's Book and is accessible via the MyELT platform.The Teacher's Book, accompanied by audio CDs, encompasses full teaching notes, scripts, and a variety of extension activities. It also includes photocopiable tests that mirror the format of internationally recognized exams to track progress. Additionally, each unit features two engaging communicative activities that promote conversation and reinforce language learning.The teacher's presentation tool includes an interactive Student's Book version, providing answers to all activities, supplemental grammar practice links, and all audio and video content from the Student's Book.The Keynote resource website enriches the teaching experience with an array of resources, including sample units, author videos, TED Talk worksheets, wordlists, and mid-year and end-of-year assessments, all aligned with CEFR standards.This description is provided by the publisher.