Metropolitan Daily News: Understanding American Newspapers

Around the world, American newspapers are a key source of information about the U.S.A. Here, at last, is a comprehensive textbook on understanding the news they present and how they present it. Five thought-provoking background chapters with a variety of exercise types lead up to three chapters of over 40 authentic news stories. The critical analysis of current news articles is encouraged throughout the book, aiding the transfer of skills to students’ live outside the classroom. An exercise on discussion techniques begins the book, and in every chapter students have ample opportunity to discuss topics based on the text, current events, and / or personal experience. Background information enables students to learn how newspapers differ and to reflect on news content. Vocabulary lists and a partial Answer Key are provided. Written for adults and young adults at a high-intermediate or advanced level, this text can be used effectively in general ESL/EFL classes and in reading and culture courses, as well as in English for Specific Purposes (ESP) in the fields on journalism and international business and politics.