Includes bibliography and index.

"The knowledge economy and the technological advancements in the 21st century have brought about significant changes in the global landscape. The exchange of ideas and information in the contemporary world has become so fast and easy with the advent of new technologies. Amidst the borderless community of people, new challenges have emerged. Crass materialism, deterioration of human values, lost of national identity, and conflicting interests, ideologies, and beliefs are just some of the struggles one has to face in the modern world. Practical English textbook series is intended for learners who wish to become catalysts and active participants in national development, social reforms, and global transformation through effective communication. The series highlights the power of communication to enable individuals contribute significantly in solving the problems in this evolving and fast-changing world. Indeed, this textbook will not help you achieve your personal, academic, and professional goals; it will also empower you to use language as a tool to promote advocacies, create knowledge, and strengthen cooperation in the global community."

English text.