Explore 3 is the third and final level of a theme-based, all-in-one integrated skills and grammar series that features high-interest Canadian and international content. In total, there are 5 units and it is expected that most teachers will complete 4 units during the 45-hour program. This built-in flexibility allows teachers to focus on the units they and their students find the most stimulating, and provides more variety for teachers who teach the same course successively. Unstudied units can also become extra testing material.

Explore 3 is aimed at intermediate students who want to improve their English for career purposes. The textbook contains two readings per unit, writing activities, listening activities, speaking activities, a pronunciation activity, an interpreting data activity, a revising and editing activity, and a watching activity, all of which are designed to meet the specific objectives outlined by the Quebec Ministry of Education. All themes and content in Explore have transferable connections to both technical and pre-university B Block programs. These connections are further reinforced by field-specific activities and projects in each unit that ensure students transfer what they have learned into practical application within their field of study, using both input and output skills.

This innovative textbook addresses the reality that there is rarely a common B Block demographic in CEGEPs or in individual classes. As a result, the book is designed to meet a wide variety of student needs. The goal: help teachers find common denominators that are meaningful to and manageable for the entire group, no matter students' level or field of study.

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Becky McKnight has a BA in English and Psychology from Carleton University and an MA in Applied Linguistics from Concordia University. She received her Certificate to Teach English as a Second Language from Carleton. She has been teaching ESL for over 30 years and currently teaches at Cégep Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu.

Pat Peachey is a teacher and coordinator at Cégep André-Laurendeau with over 20 years of experience in ESL instruction. He holds a BA in English and a BEd with a specialization in TESL, both from Concordia University. He also has an MEd from Université de Sherbrooke.

"Aptly addresses needs for both academic research-oriented students (pre-university) as well as professional career related activities, skills and strategies." --Lisa Deguire, Cégep de Jonquière

"The Strategy section near the back is AMAZING! Everything that OUP included are things that I was looking for. I love the annotated section with an actual hand-written sample. I've always provided my own to my students but this one is 'official': it's in the book and makes it more authentic." --Achsa Ramadeen, Collège de Valleyfield

"The 'Interpreting Data' activities are one of the strongest features of the book. They are highly relevant and engaging." --Jennifer Caylor, Cégep de Rimouski

"The educational value of Unit 2 Reading Between the Lines is high. Having students understand bias and showing them how to read critically is essential. I find this unit very useful. If I were actually using this chapter, I would probably spend 2-3 classes on it. I find this book has a nice flow to it and the topics and activities transition seamlessly." --Laura McGee, Collège de Maisonneuve

"I was pleased with the listening and watching segments. They are challenging in terms of their content, but not too difficult. I also believe students will be genuinely interested in these issues." --Hélène Prévost, Cégep de l'Outaouais

"The strategies go beyond basic explanations and examples that students have seen before. These strategies will make it easier for them to use their creativity for various projects. It can also help teachers evaluate in a less traditional fashion." --Catherine Pépin, Cégep de Trois-Rivières