Pioneer

CEFR: A1 – C1

Pioneer is an innovative course for young adults which takes learners from Beginner to Advanced level.

The course follows the requirements of the Common European Framework of Reference and focuses on the systematic development of key competences.

The course is organized into twelve topic-based modules, which allows learners to deal with a variety of topics in depth. In this way, learners are enabled to communicate successfully in English in a wide range of social situations and environments.

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What is Pioneer?

Pioneer is based on a theoretically sound and empirically oriented syllabus that covers current ELT theory and language pedagogy – developed using authentic, expert input. Our flagship course for teenagers and young adults contains specific natural language that makes the material highly relevant and engaging for the student. All levels have been classroom-tested and have been carefully crafted by taking into account the extensive feedback gathered from teachers around the world.

Thanks to its clear approach with a strong communicative focus and substantial input from the real world, Pioneer ensures success.

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Course Features

Motivating and contemporary topics with multicultural and cross-curricular information
Lively dialogues presenting functional language in real-life situations
Reading material from authentic sources
An integrated approach to the development of the four skills
Special emphasis on vocabulary building
Grammar presented and practised in context
Systematic development of reading and listening skills and subskills
A variety of communicative tasks
Step-by-step approach to writing
Activities encouraging critical thinking and personal response
Task-based activities preparing learners for the real world
Practical tips helping students to become autonomous learners
A round-up section in each module providing regular revision and consolidation
A grammar reference section

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Pioneer IWB Material DEMO

To view the complete syllabus of topics, functions and skills for each level, click on the corresponding Student’s book.

Why Pioneer?

Its intelligent and appealing topics engage learners’ interest and enhance their learning motivation.

It is based on a modular approach containing short, discrete units, allowing the teacher a high level of customisation according to their students’ needs.
The course is mapped according to the Common European Framework, comprehensively developing specific linguistic competency and cross-cultural awareness.
The content has been piloted in several schools and institutions, giving a credible stamp to the final outcome.
Its goals-and-achievement methodology combines with a strong focus on learner psychology, ensuring that students develop self-assessment skills.
The addition of the dynamic online components offers teachers and students access to activities which allow them to practise further using technology designed specifically for language learners.