- Touchstone is a ground-breaking new series that offers a fresh approach to teaching and learning North American English. It draws on the Cambridge International Corpus, a large database of conversations and written texts, to build a syllabus based on how people actually use English. The series introduces unique "conversation management" strategies, places special emphasis on teaching vocabulary and vocabulary-learning strategies, and offers exciting ideas for personalized, learner-centered interaction.Key Features¦ Grammar presented in natural contexts- Vocabulary-learning strategies¦ Strategies for managing conversation¦ Inductive learning tasks¦ Useful facts about spoken language¦ Personalized speaking and writing practice¦ Communicative pronunciation activities- Listening strategies• Reading that leads to realistic writing tasks • Clear learning aims• Self-assessment tools• Self-study Audio CD/CD-ROM for Windows and MacintoshThe four levels of Touchstone take adult and young adult learners from the beginning through the intermediate levels of proficiency. Student"s Book 1 is designed for beginners and teaches basic grammar, vocabulary, and conversation strategies for everyday interaction.