Bringing the exam into focus

Exam Focus is a media-rich course that prepares upper-secondary students to succeed in the University Entrance Exam while at the same time building their language and real-world skills.

Clear and intuitive lessons provide an exams-orientated learning path and motivate students to focus on their learning goals. Engaging videos from the BBC expose learners to authentic language, real people and the world beyond school.

• FOCUS on preparing for the University Entrance Exam
  Focus prepares students to take the university entrance examinations. Right from the start, the course offers students regular exposure to exam-type tasks, exam tips and strategies and exam reference. The Test Generator includes tests which can be customised to meet the specific requirements for each region.
  
  
•  FOCUS on authentic language through BBC videos 
  Authentic BBC culture videos bring topics to life and motivate students to learn. Each unit has a video lesson with language presented through relevant and intriguing real-life content. 
  
  
• FOCUS on mixed-level classes
  Graded practice and tests provide support in mixed-level classes and enable teachers to plan for individual students’ needs. In Exam Focus tests are provided at two levels of difficulty to build students’ confidence and motivate them to achieve success in the exam.
  
  
•  FOCUS on interactive digital classrooms 
  The enriched digital package includes a Test Generator, Active Teach for Interactive Whiteboards, and online activities to promote students’ independent learning. MyEnglishLab and eText Premium, designed to work on all devices including tablets, provide students with maximum opportunity to enhance their learning, both in school and at home.
  
  
•  FOCUS on 21st Century Skills
  Exam Focus engages and challenges students, building 21st Century Skills including communication, critical thinking, autonomy, cultural awareness and the ability to use digital media.
  
  
•  FOCUS on independent learning 
  Live tutor ‘flipped classroom’ video lessons, featuring grammar animations, develop learner autonomy and help students to prepare for their lessons in advance. Online practice activities and MyLab, plus eText Premium, give students everything they need to reinforce their learning at their own pace.