Upstream Advanced C1 is a modular secondary-level course for learners of the English language at CEF C1 level. The series combines active English learning with a variety of lively topics presented in themed units.
Key Features
*theme-based units from a wide variety of sources in five modules
*a variety of cross-cultural topics
*systematic development of all four language skills through realistic challenging tasks which encourage the learner´s personal engagement
*lexical exercises practising and activating all essential vocabulary areas including collocations, idioms, phrasal verbs, fixed phrases and word formation
*a varied range of reading texts from authentic contemporary sources, with exercises which encourage learners to read extensively as well as intensively
*stimulating reading and listening tasks
*a wide range of speaking activities
*writing analysis and practice on all types of writing with full models
*realistic, stimulating dialogues featuring people in everyday situations
*exam and study skills tips
*Progress Checks at the end of each module
*practice in exam-style exercises for all five papers in the CAE exam
*grammar sections covering all major grammatical areas and more advanced grammar points, plus a Grammar Reference section