Very little competition: there has been nothing published for classroom-based learning of Dutch as a foreign language (for the English speaking market) in decades This is an innovative course that has been very well received by our external reviewers Attractive blend of functional and grammatical material and a choice of topics that are both pertinent and of interest to the target audience The text is well illustrated and is enhanced by accompanying audio material and supplementary tips and links on the web for tutors Currently there is no Dutch foreign language course book (other than self-study courses) published specifically for the English speaking market. The most used books in Universities, adult education classes and private language schools in the UK are published in the Netherlands and target primarily the second language education sector in the Netherlands, so don't fully address the need of our learners

This intensive foundation course in Dutch is designed for those with no previous knowledge of the language. It is lively and fast-paced, providing students with a wide range of activities, and drawing on an impressive selection of source material from many different media. Audio materials are presented on accompanying CDs, to be purchased separately.

Taking students from beginner to intermediate level in one year, the Routledge Intensive Dutch Course develops a thorough working knowledge of the structures of Dutch and practises the four key skills of language learning: reading, writing, speaking, and listening.

Guidance for tutors as well as links to related sites is available on the Routledge website.

The Routledge Intermediate Dutch Reader has been specially designed for upper intermediate learners of Dutch and comprises a broad selection of graded readings.

The readings are taken from a range of contemporary Dutch writing, from newspapers and magazines through to specialist journals and the internet. The texts have been specifically selected to ensure students receive maximum exposure to topics pertaining to Dutch language, culture and society, making this "Reader" an enjoyable and stimulating resource with a meaningful cultural context.

Each reading is fully supported by:

• a general introduction
• a vocabulary list with example sentences
• a number of text comprehension questions and extensive vocabulary exercises with model answers provided in the key
• a wide variety of speaking exercises relevant to the vocabulary and topic at hand
• a number of internet research tasks
• a short list of suggested further reading.

A full glossary of words, an overview of fixed word combinations and an outline of irregular verbs are also available as free downloads at http: //www.routledge.com/books/details/9780415550086/

Suitable for both class use and independent study, "The Routledge Intermediate Dutch Reader" is an essential tool for facilitating vocabulary learning and increasing reading proficiency.

The Routledge Intermediate Dutch Reader has been specially designed for upper intermediate learners of Dutch and comprises a broad selection of graded readings.

The readings are taken from a range of contemporary Dutch writing, from newspapers and magazines through to specialist journals and the internet. The texts have been specifically selected to ensure students receive maximum exposure to topics pertaining to Dutch language, culture and society, making this "Reader" an enjoyable and stimulating resource with a meaningful cultural context.

Each reading is fully supported by:

• a general introduction
• a vocabulary list with example sentences
• a number of text comprehension questions and extensive vocabulary exercises with model answers provided in the key
• a wide variety of speaking exercises relevant to the vocabulary and topic at hand
• a number of internet research tasks
• a short list of suggested further reading.

A full glossary of words, an overview of fixed word combinations and an outline of irregular verbs are also available as free downloads at http: //www.routledge.com/books/details/9780415550086/

Suitable for both class use and independent study, "The Routledge Intermediate Dutch Reader" is an essential tool for facilitating vocabulary learning and increasing reading proficiency.

This intensive foundation course in Dutch is designed for those with no previous knowledge of the language. It is lively and fast-paced, providing students with a wide range of activities, and drawing on an impressive selection of source material from many different media. Audio materials are presented on accompanying CDs, to be purchased separately. Taking students from beginner to intermediate level in one year, the Routledge Intensive Dutch Course develops a thorough working knowledge of the structures of Dutch and practises the four key skills of language learning: reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Guidance for tutors as well as links to related sites is available on the Routledge website.