1. 主题丰富，选材多样，兼具思想性和趣味性，全面提高学生的语言能力和文化素养 2. 输入与输出紧密结合，融合语言听说策略，体现语言学习的循环性和渐进性 3. 任务设计灵活多样，体现“做中学”的语言习得理念，全面提**生的语言综合应用能力 4. 由课本、光盘、网络平台等组成的立体化教学资源，为学生创造个性化、自主化的学习环境 5. 提供配套听说试题库，有助于开展形成性评估与终结性评估，支持在线测试和课堂测试

Titles Functions
Unit 1 Enjoy the colorful campus life! Asking for and giving advice
Unit 2 Our globe is in danger! Expressing strong feelings
Unit 3 Culture makes me what I am. Speaking emphatically
Unit 4 Taste the sweets and bitters of family life. Expressing disagreement
Unit 5 Here are the seasons to enjoy. Expressing concerns
Unit 6 Here are tips for finding a job. Giving tips for a job interview
Unit 7 Why don't we start a business of our own? Expressing certainty
Unit 8 Here is a darker side of society. Expressing disbelief
Unit 9 What mode of travel do you prefer? Booking a flight
Unit 10 With a failing memory, you meet a lot of new people. Resuming interrupted speech
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