Books by Laurie (Independent) Blass

Pathways, Second Edition, is a global, five-level academic English program. Carefully-guided lessons develop the language skills, critical thinking, and learning strategies required for academic success. Using authentic and relevant content from National Geographic, including video, charts, and other infographics, Pathways prepares students to work effectively and confidently in an academic environment.

Pathways, Second Edition, is a global, five-level academic English program. Carefully-guided lessons develop the language skills, critical thinking, and learning strategies required for academic success. Using authentic and relevant content from National Geographic, including video, charts, and other infographics, Pathways prepares students to work effectively and confidently in an academic environment.

Grammar for Great Writing is a three-book series that focuses on the key grammatical and lexical elements learners need to become more powerful academic writers. Ideal for the grammar component of a writing and grammar class, Grammar for Great Writing may be used as a companion to the Great Writing series or in conjunction with any academic writing series.

Listening, Speaking and Critical Thinking 21st Century Communication is a four-level series that uses powerful ideas from TED Talks to teach learners to think critically and communicate effectively. Through authentic models of effective communication, students build fluency in the listening and speaking skills needed to achieve academic and personal success.TED Talks are used to develop essential 21st century skills, including critical thinking, collaboration and visual literacy.Speaking, pronunciation and presentation skills, inspired by TED speakers, prepare learners to deliver successful presentations of their own.Extended listening based on real-world situations and TED Talks provide listening and note-taking practice.Online Workbooks include the entire audio and video program, and automatically graded language practice activities - ideal for both hybrid and blended courses.

Provides a forum for learners of English to make connections with topics ranging from science to business to global issues. This four-level reading series shows learners how to understand and respond to ideas and content in English.