Top Notch Second Edition: About the course

PROVEN PEDAGOGY WITH DEMONSTRATED RESULTS
Top Notch makes English unforgettable through multiple exposures to language, numerous opportunities to practice it, and systematic and intensive recycling. A goals- and achievement-based lesson plan with can-do statements enables students to confirm their progress.

THE LEADER IN GLOBAL COMMUNICATION
Top Notch prepares students to communicate in English with a diverse array of speakers around the world who have a wide range of native and non-native accents. An emphasis on cultural fluency enables students to navigate the social, travel, and business situations that they will encounter in their lives.

YOU ASKED...WE LISTENED
Extensive feedback from teachers around the world informed the Second Edition of Top Notch, setting a new standard in user-friendly course material. You asked, and we listened, so now there is even more in the Second Edition to make teaching and learning easier.

New design layout makes instructional content & learning goals explicit
New photos and artwork reinforce key learning points and target vocabulary
More differentiation between Fundamentals and Level 1
A greater emphasis on reading & listening skills
More grammar practice
New Writing Booster teaches and practices writing skills
More exploitation of activities for increased student practice
New configuration of digital components to offer increased value and make teaching easier
In-built professional development in the Teacher’s Edition, and opportunities to join the authors in online webinars