Physical copies of the New Concept English series are often expensive or out of print in certain regions. The PDF version allows students in remote areas (or with low budgets) to access world-class curriculum without paying $50+ for a used textbook.
While it is the first of four books, it is designed to be used independently or as a remedial tool for students needing to solidify their basic grammar and pronunciation. Educational Impact and Reception Physical copies of the New Concept English series
: Uses humorous vignettes to teach grammar. Educational Impact and Reception : Uses humorous vignettes
Because the book is structural and contains answer keys (in later editions), it lends itself perfectly to autodidacts. A PDF file is portable—you can study on a tablet at a cafe or on a laptop at home. To get the most out of "First Things
To get the most out of "First Things First," here are some tips:
The course consists of 20 units, each covering a specific topic, such as:
Systematically introducing literacy once the student is comfortable with the sounds of the language. Key Features of the Course