OUTLINES Pre-Intermediate Writing Skills

OUTLINES is a writing skills book for pre- intermediate students. Covering both general problem areas and a range of useful text types, the material is designed to develop students' ability to write effectively for different purposes . Each unit uses process techniques of drafting and rewriting to build up students' confidence to experiment with a variety of writing skills.

OUTLINES includes the following special features:
* A stimulating selection of text types and written styles, including postcards and small ads, instructions, persuasive writing, narrative and composition.
* Practice in writing skills relevant to students’ immediate needs as well as groundwork for higher level writing, providing useful preparation for a range of EFL exams (e.g. FCE)
* Discussion and analysis activities in each unit, leading to follow-up writing tasks.
* An extensive key, including model texts, which enables students to systematically analyse, assess and improve their own writing.

Longman Skills is a series of supplementary books which are rich in content, systematic in the development of each skill area, and easy to use.
The materials have been designed for maximum flexibility so they can be used to supplement a coursebook or to construct programmes tailored to particular needs. In addition, the reading, writing and listening titles can be used for self-study.