The Heart of the Matter Text with Answer Key

Heart of the Matter uses audio and video input to develop listening, speaking, and critical thinking skills for the high intermediate level. A variety of listenings provide an opportunity for both recognition of different speaking styles as well as in-depth, culture-rich understanding of the topics from multiple perspectives.

• Varied audio selections, including authentic interviews, mini-lectures, dialogues, and songs, set the context for developing solid speaking strategies.
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills are developed through activities such as analyzing and synthesizing information.
• Topics include legacy of the blues, work in the 21st century, crime as entertainment, and the dream world.
• Materials are designed to encompass social and academic/business listening and speaking.
• Video brings American culture and commentary into the classroom.

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