Collins Cobuild Essential English Dictionary Workbook
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Author Description
Designed to be used in conjunction with the "Collins COBUILD Essential English Dictionary" this large format workbook gives practical guidance on all aspects of dictionary use and offers many opportunities for working with actual dictionary text. The three sections are finding what you want, using what you find and extra practice. The "Collins COBUILD Essential English Dictionary" is aimed at students at early intermediate level and above. It contains over 45,000 references, almost 50,000 examples and a checklist of all words used ten times or more in the dictionary explanations. There is full page treatment of key grammar and aspects of language use. The COBUILD format with the special extra column gives basic syntax and information on style and usage. Pronunciation is given at the start of each entry.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This workbook investigates the most effective methodologies for navigating and utilizing the Collins COBUILD Essential English Dictionary to improve language proficiency. The author, Charles Owen, provides a structured pedagogical framework designed to transition students from passive dictionary consultation to active linguistic analysis. By utilizing the specific formatting and syntax conventions of the COBUILD dictionary, the text aims to build student autonomy in decoding complex vocabulary and grammatical structures.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- A three-part instructional framework covering search strategies, data application, and reinforcement exercises.
- Practical guidance on interpreting dictionary entries, including syntax, style, and usage notes.
- Exercises based on actual dictionary text to simulate real-world reference scenarios.
- A focus on early intermediate level language acquisition and vocabulary retention.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
The material suggests a highly practical, classroom-oriented approach that prioritizes functional literacy and dictionary fluency for intermediate learners. Its focus on the specific structural nuances of the COBUILD format indicates a specialized utility for students seeking to maximize their reference resources.
Page Count:
32
Publication Date:
1989-01-04
Publisher:
HarperCollins Publishers
ISBN-10:
0003702669
ISBN-13:
9780003702668
English
Self Study
Dictionaries
Reference - Dictionaries
Vocabulary
Language Study
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