An interactive textbook for intermediate to advance learners of English as a Second Language.
Workplace USA focuses on the culture, tools and rules of work in the United States. The primary objective of the book is to increase students’ readiness for work, and their understanding of workplace culture in this country. Workplace USA includes listening, speaking, reading and writing activities for individuals, pairs and small groups, and features real-life accounts of immigrants’ struggles and successes in the workplace. A companion CD of recorded interviews and scripted scenarios designed to improve students' listening comprehension is forthcoming.
ISBN 0-7593-1003-3
Table of Contents
Chapter One: Self Assessment
Unit 1 - Personality
Unit 2 _ Goals for Life and Work
Unit 3 - Interests
Unit 4 - Skills
Chapter Two: Landing a Job
Unit 5 - Dreams in the Distance
Unit 6 - Mass Mailing
Unit 7 - Cold Calls
Unit 8 - Job Advertisements
Unit 9 - Employment Agencies
Unit 10 - Career Fairs
Unit 11 - Networking
Unit 12 - Applications
Unit 13 - Cover Letters
Unit 14 - Resumes
Chapter 3: Keeping Your Job
Unit 15 - Dressing the Part
Unit 16 - Fashion Attitudes
Unit 17 - Fashion Rights and Restrictions
Unit 18 - Keeping a Positive Attitude
Unit 19 - Avoiding Gossip at Work
Unit 20 - Keep Your Eyes and Ears Open
Unit 21 - Social Grace and Social Space
Unit 22 - Avoiding Conflict at Work
Unit 23 - Workplace Discrimination
Unit 24 - The Performance Review
Chapter 4: Striking Out on Your Own
Unit 25 - Being Your Own Boss
Unit 26 - The Business Plan
Unit 26 - Computer-age Business Ideas
To contact the author:Dawn Hannah |
For purchasing information, please contact:Adam T. MarshCustom Publishing Representative Thomson Custom Publishing Adam.Marsh@ThomsonLearning.com Phone: 800-355-9983 x1322 |
