Description:

New Directions English is designed to meet the learning objectives specified in the latest National Curriculum Framework (NCF 2023). The series emphasizes learning through classroom interaction, practical application and critical thinking. The theme-based and interdisciplinary units feature literary as well as informative texts to promote diverse reading approaches and comprehension skills. By blending conceptual and practical exercises, this series encourages a balance between the academic and functional aspects of English. 

Features:

• Theme-based Units that follow the latest textbook pattern based on the NCF 
• Learning Outcomes for the language skills, in addition to curricular goals and UN Sustainable Development Goals 
• Subject Integration through reading texts as well as research-based activities 
• Values and Life Skills introduced through discussion and activities 

Lessons for Life:

The activities in this special section encourage learners to expand on and explore textual ideas by applying them in contexts from other subjects, disciplines and domains. Included in this section are a wide range of tasks that foster independent thinking and learning. 

Teacher Support:

• Lesson plans 
• Answer keys 
• Worksheets 

Digital Resources:

• Animated lessons 
• Audio for listening exercises 
• Downloadable worksheets 
• Interactive exercises 
• E-book 
• Test generator

Sumathy Velusamy has two decades of experience as an educator. She completed her BA, MA and MPhil in English from Bharathiar University, Coimbatore, a BEd from IGNOU and an MEd from RVS College, Coimbatore. She holds a Postgraduate Diploma in the Teaching of English from the English and Foreign Languages University, Hyderabad. Her teaching career includes various roles at Siva Sivani Public School, IVY League Academy, Abhyasa Residential Public School, and Parkwood School International. An International Baccalaureate Examiner and a CBSE Head Examiner, Sumathy Velusamy is currently Head of the Department, English, at Chinmaya International Residential School, Coimbatore.