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HODS AND PRINCIPALS OF USING THE NEW COURSE BOOK
“SCALE UP”
The Decree of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan PD-1875 as of 10
December 2012, “On Measures on Further Improvement of Teaching of Foreign
Languages”, was the essence of the country’s reforms in the field of foreign
language learning. Since the adoption of the system-generating decree all the work
in this area has been intensified and major reforms in modernization of teaching
foreign languages at all levels of continuous education have started. According to
the targets set by the Government of the Republic, new State Educational Standards,
based on international experience – CEFR were adopted.
In 2013, on the initiative of the Ministry of Higher and Secondary
Specialized Education of the Republic of Uzbekistan the work on developing a set
of learning materials for foreign languages meeting international requirements has
been launched. A group of English language teachers from all over the Republic
developed truly innovative language learning manual that meets newly established
requirements.
“Scale Up” is B2 level academic language course designed to meet the
communication needs of Undergraduate, English for Specific Purposes students as
well as independent academic learners in Uzbekistan. B2 level Course book
consists of three courses to encourage undergraduate students for continuous
learning and involve in academic life.
Rich selection of motivating and informative, authentic and semi-authentic
texts to improve both reading and listening skills with variety topics are presented
in themed topics. Interactive activities focus on learners’ «can do» statements and
follow the principles of the Common European Framework of Reference
requirements. Meaningful topics and materials are designed so that they enhance
students’ horizons and provide a thought-provoking, purposeful approach to learn
English, including autonomous learning.
Each lesson starts with colorful lead-in activity shifting students focus on
new topic. Lead-in activity is followed by listening and speaking and then
grammar, reading, writing activities respectively. Reading and listening have pre-,
while-, post-activities which allow students practice their receptive skills.
In addition to language practice, users are provided with interesting facts in
‘Did you know...’ section, which carries both informative and sobering effects.
A complete package consists of ‘Student’s Book’ and ‘Workbook’ for
students, with ‘Teacher’s Book’ designed for teachers. Audio materials are offered
in CDs, separately for Student’s Book and Workbook.
www.journal.fledu.uz 195
Илмий-методик электрон журнал
“SCALE UP”
The Decree of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan PD-1875 as of 10
December 2012, “On Measures on Further Improvement of Teaching of Foreign
Languages”, was the essence of the country’s reforms in the field of foreign
language learning. Since the adoption of the system-generating decree all the work
in this area has been intensified and major reforms in modernization of teaching
foreign languages at all levels of continuous education have started. According to
the targets set by the Government of the Republic, new State Educational Standards,
based on international experience – CEFR were adopted.
In 2013, on the initiative of the Ministry of Higher and Secondary
Specialized Education of the Republic of Uzbekistan the work on developing a set
of learning materials for foreign languages meeting international requirements has
been launched. A group of English language teachers from all over the Republic
developed truly innovative language learning manual that meets newly established
requirements.
“Scale Up” is B2 level academic language course designed to meet the
communication needs of Undergraduate, English for Specific Purposes students as
well as independent academic learners in Uzbekistan. B2 level Course book
consists of three courses to encourage undergraduate students for continuous
learning and involve in academic life.
Rich selection of motivating and informative, authentic and semi-authentic
texts to improve both reading and listening skills with variety topics are presented
in themed topics. Interactive activities focus on learners’ «can do» statements and
follow the principles of the Common European Framework of Reference
requirements. Meaningful topics and materials are designed so that they enhance
students’ horizons and provide a thought-provoking, purposeful approach to learn
English, including autonomous learning.
Each lesson starts with colorful lead-in activity shifting students focus on
new topic. Lead-in activity is followed by listening and speaking and then
grammar, reading, writing activities respectively. Reading and listening have pre-,
while-, post-activities which allow students practice their receptive skills.
In addition to language practice, users are provided with interesting facts in
‘Did you know...’ section, which carries both informative and sobering effects.
A complete package consists of ‘Student’s Book’ and ‘Workbook’ for
students, with ‘Teacher’s Book’ designed for teachers. Audio materials are offered
in CDs, separately for Student’s Book and Workbook.
www.journal.fledu.uz 195
Илмий-методик электрон журнал
