The TEFL Academy (Level 5 TEFL
Course). Assignment C complete.
[Correctly Passed] A+ Grade.
Assignment C - Part 1
An Evaluation of Cutting Edge Advanced
Use the checklist from unit 10 ('Evaluating course book material') to write a general evaluation
of the book.
You won't be able to comment on all items as you only have one unit and the contents but say
as much as you can.
This must be presented as a coherent essay, not just a list.
Then say whether you personally would like to use the book with an advanced class and why or
why not - this is just your opinion, so there is not a right or a wrong response to this part.
You do not need to refer to the class described for Part 2 of this assignment.
Write 300 - 500 words.
The book contains a wide range of relevant and functional
materials and exercises, that include mind-maps, role-plays, fill
in the blanks, matching exercises, as well as conscious-raising
activities and discussion questions. I also can see that the four
skills are well balanced in terms of activities offered to develop
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,each skill. I can see that all the materials are attractively and
clearly presented in the book.
The fact that a lot of mind-maps are repeatedly used
throughout the unit helps students to assimilate the material
much easier as well as demonstrate the connection of different
lexical terms making them more memorable. Furthermore, the
contents pages show that the book has a functional focus, thus,
the units are organized with an emphasis on functionality and
there are a lot of activities that give students the ability to
communicate effectively in various everyday situations.
The topics are very interesting and appropriate for the age
of the group. Since adults have a lot of experience in life and
their opinions about its different aspects are quite formed, I am
sure
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,that they will find topics such as globalisation, self-
improvement, education very interesting and entertaining.
On the other hand, I can see that the book offers
contextualized practice of grammar and vocabulary to make the
learning process more memorable and engaging (this point is
of utmost importance for the learners). The speaking activities
are very well structured and provide students with the effective
and meaningful practice which can be carried out in pairs as
well as in the small/big groups.
The book also contains a variety of real-life photos that
makes it appealing to adults and young adults (which I guess
this book is aimed at). Besides, these colourful visuals introduce
characters, stories and set the settings for the listening
exercises, so the students are able to activate their previous
knowledge about the topic and make predictions about the
language and vocabulary being used.
Every unit starts with the clear goals and it ends with an
“after unit” section in which students can evaluate themselves
by reflecting on their own progress and what they are able to
do after completing the unit. These kinds of self-evaluating
activities tend to give students not only a sense of achievement,
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, but also help them identify the areas to improve and to practice
more.
I also like the idea that all the points seen during the lesson
are summarised in the language summary and practice
sections at the end of the book (language summary, grammar,
and vocabulary practice). It can help students who are having
difficulty and can provide more practice for students who want
to practice more and revise the material.
I was wondering if the coursebooks currently offer a digital
version as well. If this is the case it would be one of the biggest
points in its favour.
All in all, since my knowledge of the students will be based
on their need’s analysis, and our relation will be developed
throughout the course because I will get to know them better, I
will decide whether I need to add or omit something from the
course book material, but I definitely would use this book in my
course!
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Course). Assignment C complete.
[Correctly Passed] A+ Grade.
Assignment C - Part 1
An Evaluation of Cutting Edge Advanced
Use the checklist from unit 10 ('Evaluating course book material') to write a general evaluation
of the book.
You won't be able to comment on all items as you only have one unit and the contents but say
as much as you can.
This must be presented as a coherent essay, not just a list.
Then say whether you personally would like to use the book with an advanced class and why or
why not - this is just your opinion, so there is not a right or a wrong response to this part.
You do not need to refer to the class described for Part 2 of this assignment.
Write 300 - 500 words.
The book contains a wide range of relevant and functional
materials and exercises, that include mind-maps, role-plays, fill
in the blanks, matching exercises, as well as conscious-raising
activities and discussion questions. I also can see that the four
skills are well balanced in terms of activities offered to develop
© 2020 The TEFL Academy. All rights reserved. 1
,each skill. I can see that all the materials are attractively and
clearly presented in the book.
The fact that a lot of mind-maps are repeatedly used
throughout the unit helps students to assimilate the material
much easier as well as demonstrate the connection of different
lexical terms making them more memorable. Furthermore, the
contents pages show that the book has a functional focus, thus,
the units are organized with an emphasis on functionality and
there are a lot of activities that give students the ability to
communicate effectively in various everyday situations.
The topics are very interesting and appropriate for the age
of the group. Since adults have a lot of experience in life and
their opinions about its different aspects are quite formed, I am
sure
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,that they will find topics such as globalisation, self-
improvement, education very interesting and entertaining.
On the other hand, I can see that the book offers
contextualized practice of grammar and vocabulary to make the
learning process more memorable and engaging (this point is
of utmost importance for the learners). The speaking activities
are very well structured and provide students with the effective
and meaningful practice which can be carried out in pairs as
well as in the small/big groups.
The book also contains a variety of real-life photos that
makes it appealing to adults and young adults (which I guess
this book is aimed at). Besides, these colourful visuals introduce
characters, stories and set the settings for the listening
exercises, so the students are able to activate their previous
knowledge about the topic and make predictions about the
language and vocabulary being used.
Every unit starts with the clear goals and it ends with an
“after unit” section in which students can evaluate themselves
by reflecting on their own progress and what they are able to
do after completing the unit. These kinds of self-evaluating
activities tend to give students not only a sense of achievement,
© 2020 The TEFL Academy. All rights reserved. 1
, but also help them identify the areas to improve and to practice
more.
I also like the idea that all the points seen during the lesson
are summarised in the language summary and practice
sections at the end of the book (language summary, grammar,
and vocabulary practice). It can help students who are having
difficulty and can provide more practice for students who want
to practice more and revise the material.
I was wondering if the coursebooks currently offer a digital
version as well. If this is the case it would be one of the biggest
points in its favour.
All in all, since my knowledge of the students will be based
on their need’s analysis, and our relation will be developed
throughout the course because I will get to know them better, I
will decide whether I need to add or omit something from the
course book material, but I definitely would use this book in my
course!
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