Hot Topics
Cheryl Pavlik
Designed to engage
readers, stimulate their
thinking, and provoke
conversation
Controversial topics
• Offer more than one side or point of view
• Encourage debate
• Naturally lead the reader to form his own
opinion
Degree of intensity for each topic
is rated in the Table of Contents
The Basics
• Three levels: low-intermediate – advanced
• 3 readings per chapter, 3rd / 4th at higher level
• Develops reading skills through systematic pre-,
while-, and post-reading work
• Presents and practices vocabulary building
techniques; includes dictionary activities
• Allows readers to formulate and then share ideas
through Idea Exchange and Discussion activities
• CNN® video, ExamView® Pro, Internet activities
CNN® Videos
• Short 2-3 minute videos consolidate
learning
• Video Highlights following each unit make
presentation, practice, and feedback easy
Website Activities
http://elt.thomson.com/hottopics
• Student Site
• Instructor Site
Website Activities
http://elt.thomson.com/hottopics
• Activities for every
unit of each level
ExamView® Pro Assessment
Software
Hot Topics
Cheryl Pavlik
•Student Book
•Audio CD / Tape
•CNN® Video / DVD
•Instructor’s Manual
•ExamView® Pro Assessment
CD-ROM
•Website activities