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American Culture Brought to Life in Americana

  • 12/01/99

Americana, a new module from American Language Academy’s English Mastery Series, provides a rich introduction to American history, culture and folk songs. With 57 lessons, many aspects of America’s past and present are covered. The interactive program includes over 400 exercises to help students develop their English language skills. Americana is designed for intermediate-level and high school through adult ESL students. Exercises include listening comprehension, speaking and pronunciation, reading comprehension, spelling and dictation, and vocabulary development. American Language Academy, Rockville, MD, (800) 346-3469, www.ala-usa.com/software.

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