Oxford Supplementary Skills Elementary - Rosemary Scott
Oxford Supplementary Skills
Elementary — by Rosemary Scott
Overview
A clear, confidence-building workbook for elementary learners. Short, focused units develop practical language skills through step-by-step tasks, real-world contexts, and regular review—ideal for extra practice alongside any main course.
What You’ll Practise
- Core skills: everyday reading, writing, listening, and speaking tasks.
- Vocabulary in use: high-frequency words, phrases, and common collocations.
- Grammar for communication: simple patterns and forms used to express basic meanings.
- Study strategies: skimming for gist, scanning for details, note-taking, and simple summaries.
- Pronunciation awareness: stress and rhythm tips to aid clarity (where relevant to the unit).
What’s Inside
- Topic-based units with model texts/dialogues and guided practice.
- Pre-task prompts to activate prior knowledge and set goals.
- While-task activities for controlled practice and confidence.
- Post-task checks, mini-reviews, and recycling to make learning stick.
- Answer support for independent study (availability may vary by edition).
How to Use It
- Work through 2–3 short units per week; keep a running list of new words/phrases.
- Say or write your own examples after each exercise to move items into active use.
- Revisit review sections regularly to reinforce progress.
Who It’s For
Elementary learners seeking straightforward, motivating practice to support classroom lessons or self-study.
Paraphrased overview of “Oxford Supplementary Skills — Elementary” (Author: Rosemary Scott). Specific content and features can vary by skill strand and edition.