University Success Writing is designed for English language learners preparing for mainstream
academic environments. A flexible three-part approach systematically builds skills tied to specific
learning outcomes along with authentic writing strategies from top Stanford University professors.
A strong focus on critical and creative thinking prepares students to approach writing assignments
in different disciplines and write in academic degree classes. The Writing stand supports students
through the writing process and moves them away from the production of highly structured essays.
• Each part is a self-contained module allowing teachers to focus on the highest-value skills and content.
Topics are aligned around science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) content.
– Parts 1 and 2 include presentation and controlled writing practice that guide students through
the writing process while building their essential writing and critical thinking skills.
– Part 3 includes interviews with professors discussing their own writing processes. Assignments
allow students to apply and expand the skills acquired in Parts 1 and 2.
• Additional online skill and vocabulary practices, collaboration activities, and assessments.
• Strategies for academic success and soft skills delivered via online videos.
• NEW! You can now create unique custom University Success content packs with Pearson Collections.
CLOSING THE SKILLS GAP University Success is an academic course designed for English language learners preparing for mainstream academic environments. Authentic content, provided by top professors from Stanford University, is woven through reading, writing, and oral communication strands. The course-level by level-carefully scaffolds skill development to help students become autonomous learners, thereby closing the skills gap. University Success Writing, Advanced Level provides writing instruction and assignments that align with the way writing is taught at the university level and across disciplines. The focus is on inquiry-based research writing and on critical and creative thinking. Students learn how to execute writing assignments and construct essays that are academically appropriate. The Writing strand moves away from the production of highly structured essays and supports students through the writing process by focusing on systematic skill development tied to specific learning outcomes. FEATURES
- Parts 1 and 2 include presentations and controlled writing practice, guiding students through the writing process while building essential writing and critical-thinking skills. Topics are aligned around five main subject areas: Linguistics, Business Ethics, Earth Science, Medieval Culture, and Materials Engineering.
- Part 3 includes interviews with professors discussing their own writing processes as well as essays authored by the professors and built around the same five academic disciplines. Assignments allow students to apply and expand the skills acquired in Parts 1 and 2.
- Integration of the Student Book and MyEnglishLab provides a blended approach for a flexible program that adjusts to the needs of students and teachers.
MyEnglishLab - Online lectures
- Skill and vocabulary practice activities
- Collaboration activities
- Strategies for academic success and so skills delivered via online videos
- Comprehensive teacher support, including course planners, an assessment package, suggestions for flipped classrooms, and an online learning management system with tools to monitor student progress
