Russian textbook recommendation??

[Andrew Jameson]

May I suggest something designed exactly for the situation you are in:
Ruslan Russian, by John Langran. It is designed for an adult audience
taught at 2 hpw, is very new, but well-tested, and is based on TEFL
methodology. Each lesson is presented using a large culturally
authentic drawing (photocopiable) which can be the basis of many
exercises which do not involve the use of English. A typical lesson
sequence is: statement of aims/dialogue/vocab/exercises/reading/writing
/listening/speaking, all communicative and purposeful exercises.
There are teachers notes containing extra activities and language games
and a CD-Rom.
The author is reachable on: JohnLangran at compuserve.com
John is a colleague, but I wouldn't mention his book unless I thought
it was of value.
Andrew Jameson
Russian Language Committee, ALL, UK.

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> From: Alyssa Dinega <anyad at mailcity.com>
> To: SEELANGS at CUNYVM.CUNY.EDU
> Subject: Russian textbook recommendation??
> Date: 22 October 1998 18:39
>
> ---
> I may be teaching Beginning and Advanced Beginning Russian in a continuing
>  education program this spring and was wondering if anyone can recommend an
>  appropriate textbook.  The classes will be very "watered down," will meet
 just
>  once a week for two hours, and there is no testing or grading.  Large amounts
>  of homework are also discouraged.  Something with a very practical approach
 to
>  vocabulary and conversation, as well as an interesting cultural component,
>  would be perfect.  Some of the students may be scientists who are
 collaborating
>  with Russian research labs and traveling to Russia periodically.
>
> There is also the additional requirement that the book should not be too
>  expensive, preferably in the $30-35 range.
>
> I'd be grateful for any suggestions anyone can make.
>
> Sincerely,
> Alyssa Dinega
>
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