A Practical Course In Spoken English

This well established and highly successful book, now in its Second Edition, builds on the strength of the previous edition, retaining many of the topics and incorporating some new topics in consonance with the present-day needs.The audio files (accessible at www.phindia.com/Books/LearningCentre) contains all the attributes of a good speech–proper stress, intonation and correct pronunciation -to enable better comprehension of the topics. Some of the conversations and Words Often Mispronounced are also included in the audio files to emphasize on the correctness of learning and enrich the learners in language skills.Primarily intended for students and learners who wish to enhance their spoken English skills, this book will be useful also for those who have long felt need to communicate in English. It has all the rich ingredients to facilitate the learners talk effectively and confidently:About 50 real-life conversations to improve one’s speechExtensive list of vocabulary to aid in group discussionsSeveral useful language tips to pursue the global quest for personal and academic excellenceNEW TO THIS EDITIONDiscusses the need of the body languageGives dos and don’t for an effective communicator? Provides a list of a few non-verbal behaviours and their universal interpretationKEY FEATURES-> Application of idioms for effective and creative speaking? Learning of expressions and phrases for better practical presentation- Numerous word meanings to clarify doubts- Grammar and usage in almost all the chapters to grasp the correct syntax-> Activity to instil confidence in public speakingTHE AUTHORJ.K. GANGAL, Director of the Centre for Creativity and Human Resource Development (CCHRD), Delhi, is a well known ELT expert.He has specialized in Teaching of English as a second language from University of Exeter, UK. Formerly, the founder-Principal of Kendriya Vidyalaya, Moscow, Mr. Gangal has more than 50 years of experience of teaching English at the secondary and senior secondary levels. He is closely associated with English Language Teaching (ELT) programmes conducted by National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT), State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT). District Institute of Education and Training (DIETs), Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS), and the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE).He has authored 27 books and published many articles on ELT in reputed journals and periodicals.