FAQ

Is this resource package for students or teachers?
Both. Students can work through the tasks and activities in the package by themselves if they like. However, they will get much more out of them under the guidance and supervision of their English teacher.

Are there any support materials for teachers?
Yes. However, to access them, you must first identify yourself as a teacher on the front page. Advice on How to use IT to enhance English-language learning, a link to the Integrating IT archive on Clarity's own website, and a page of Useful links.

How do the learning resources fit into the CDC Syllabuses for English Language?
Perfectly. Not only have the resources been designed within an overall task-based approach, they have also been analysed according to the learning targets set out in the CDC Syllabuses for English Language (Primary 1-6) 1997 and (Secondary 1-5) 1999. In addition, they also fit perfectly into the framework provided by the Exemplar and Suggested Modules and Units in these syllabuses.

What is an authentic text?
A "real" text - in other words, one that already existed in its own right before this resource package was developed.

What are the advantages of using authentic texts for language learning?
Principally, they make the learning process more "real" and more motivating. They also expose students to the different cultures of the English-speaking world.

Technical issues

I can't see animation or hear sounds
Real Player v7 and Flash Player v4 are needed in this website. See the requirements page for details of how to download these. Refer to the Macromedia and Real websites for troubleshooting for the players.