ENGLISH FOR THE HUMANITIES - BOOK

Libro

Autor	JOHANNSEN KRISTIN L.
Editorial	HEINLE CENGAGE LEARNING
ISBN	9781413020526
Cantidad de páginas	112
Nivel	INTERMEDIO
Idioma	INGLES INTERNACIONAL
Edad	ADULTOS JOVENES
Año de edición	2007
Formato	TAPA RUSTICA
Sinopsis	fessional English - English for Health Sciences The purpose of English for Health Sciences is to empower students with the language and life skills they need to carry out their career goals. To this end it provides ample opportunities for students to build awareness and practice the language in real-life scenarios. Its integrated skills approach develops the student's self-confidence to survive and succeed in professional and social encounters within an English-speaking global community. Health Science majors will immediately be motivated by the opportunity to prepare for their future careers by practicing their English language skills in the following job-related scenarios. Diagnosing Putting a patient at ease with small talk, taking a medical history, asking open-ended questions, presenting a case, and explaining medical tests and procedures to a patient Treating a patient Giving advice, explaining a case to a relative, explaining causes and treatments, giving discharge instructions, and calming people down Dealing with critical patients Describing and identifying causes of pain, recognizing and adopting supportive intonation, presenting a case in lay as well as medical terms, and breaking bad news Assisting in rehabilitation and long-term care Examining a non-verbal patient, communicating with the next of kin, explaining test results to patient and relatives, explaining the conditions of long-term care, and giving instructions for physical therapy Referring a patient Calling in a specialist, referring a patient to another doctor for tests and/or treatment, and giving post-operative advice An integrated four-skills approach breaks with the traditional practice of reading/vocabulary ESP instruction. Two-page lessons provide a variety of work situations including diagnosing, dealing with critical patients, and referring a patient that will interest and motivate students specializing in any aspect of the field of Health Sciences. A grammar reference allows for review and self-study of the essential grammar required at the intermediate level. An international English program with a variety of American, British, and non-native accents trains the listening skills required by today's global community. A comprehensive Teacher's Resource Book provides teachers with photocopiable test materials, step-by-step teaching notes, answer keys, and photocopiable activities to extend reading, writing, communication, and grammar skills.
Peso ( kg )	0,329
Tipo	Soporte Físico