An accessible student’s book forms the basis of an eight-unit, 40-hour intensive course, which can be further supplemented by a workbook and book of six practice tests. The level is well suited to the mid-range of IELTS test-takers aiming to get from band 5.5 up to 6.5. Everything about this suite of books is well thought-out, including the lesson notes side-by-side with the original exercises in the teacher’s book. The student CD-ROM is one of the best available, containing all audio files and scripts, complete answer section, comprehensive model writing answers, pronunciation lab, and complete end-of-course test. The only drawbacks are the lack of versions for lower and higher level students, and the difficulty in finding this book nowadays. ... |