NorthStar
Learning through authentic and compelling content, NorthStar incorporates critical thinking and academic skills with language development to prepare learners for college and university studies and beyond.
For adult learners American English Print and digital 4 levels GSE: 34-64 CEFR: A2+-B2
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About the course
This intensive, integrated English skills course prepares adults to use English in study, the workplace and beyond
NorthStar builds language skills while developing the 21st century skills learners need to explore a topic in depth. A well-structured curriculum supports students in becoming critical thinkers and building the real-world speaking and writing skills necessary to succeed in higher-level courses.
With seamless integration of print and online components, NorthStar Fifth Edition builds on the success of previous editions by engaging and motivating students with new and updated contemporary topics. Learners are challenged in the reading and writing strands to go beyond basic comprehension to higher-level analysis.
Designed for the demands of college-level and university study, the NorthStar series empowers learners to achieve their academic and personal goals to meet the challenges of the 21st century.
Why choose NorthStar?
Systematic application of Blooms Taxonomy
Prepares learners for high-level academic courses
Each unit explores a thought-provoking theme
Academic Progress
Academic Progress is an integrated skills course that combines critical thinking, academic skills, and language development. It prepares students for college and university studies by engaging them with authentic content. It enhances language skills while fostering 21st-century and employability skills.
The course promotes deep exploration of a topic and encourages higher-level analysis for critical thinking. The activities are well-structured, supporting students to develop real-world spoken and written language skills required in higher-level academic courses.
Academic Progress aligns with GSE learning objectives, linking grammar points to writing and speaking tasks. Assessment tools based on the Global Scale of English provide precise proficiency evaluation for teachers.
NorthStar is part of our Pearson English Journey
Fast-track your learners' progress:
- Teach with NorthStar
- Assess with Benchmark Test
- Certify with Pearson English International Certificate
Benchmark Test
Regularly measures learners' progress to build confidence and set them on a clear and personalized learning path.
Pearson English International Certificate
Focuses on the modern, real-life communication skills needed for your learners' next big steps.
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