"…this series forms a large battery of good-quality supplementary
materials for use by teachers of intermediate-level students."
Modern English Teacher
“If you’ve ever been stuck coming up with a lesson plan or activity
for your adult EFL/ESL class, the Just Series is for you. Jeremy Harmer has
created a text set that can be used independently or as an integrated course
to help develop English language skills.”
Folio
"It's also good to see that, unlike many rival EFL publications, the
pages aren't crowded out with activities - largely thanks to sensible spacing
and a liberal smattering of colourful photos and illustrations…the "Just"
books make excellent materials to dip in and out of."
Melta News, Germany
"As with "The Just Right Course" this series offers a good
balance of skills, it is user-friendly for both students and teacher, it is
clearly sequenced and structured, it provides integrated revision with varied
practice and it certainly helps students prepare for a Level B1 exam.
…fills a gap in the market: it would be the perfect solution when teaching
an individual student or a small group of two or three. Not only would it
save the teacher much in the way of preparation time, it would also provide
the student with a well-developed, structured approach. It could be used as
a complete set of four, or individually, depending on which areas a student
needs to improve."
ELTA Rhine eV Newsletter
"…contain up-to-date texts that provoke a lot of response, marvellous illustrations…well-structured and logically-organized exercises. A lot of attention is paid to enriching the vocabulary of the students, rules are given in simple, clear words, and topics included are of interest for learners.
These are the first books I have come across where there is a special focus on writing SMS text messages, on buying goods on-line, on distinguishing different genres, etc. There is a lot of educational potential in these books as well. The information about the Great Pyramid, the Titanic, Thomas More, the Roman Army, etc. helped not only to brush up grammar but also to enrich and broaden my students' outlook. Some extra data about life in Great Britain, samples of surveys, library rules and diagrams gave us a closer look at your culture and mentality.
To sum up, I'd like to recommend these books to all teachers who would like
to make their lessons more productive and compelling, and to help their students
be more enthusiastic and eager to learn English in and out of the classroom."
Tefl.net
Just Listening & Speaking: "...clear, practical and interesting...attractively illustrated and the tapes are clear...a variety of voices and accents which are always easily understandable...interesting range of topics, from news and commercials through authentic interviews to a murder mystery. The self-study speaking is a first in my experience. All in all, it would be a practical addition to your bookshelf."
Just Vocabulary: "As the layout is modern and clearly arranged, you can use it for students, professionals and even teenagers...I like the book and can recommend it to all of you who want to spice up the vocabulary of your students with some interesting, intelligent, exceptional or remarkable words."
Just Reading & Writing: "...the layout is very easy to use, in basic
colour, with an answer key at the back. Its approach is very learner-centred,
each unit working through 3 different styles of text, all with a variety of
tasks to work through."
ETAS Journal, Switzerland
"In brief, this 'Just' series is very useful in an ESOL learning environment
where differentiation is important. I like the fact that there is separate
material for specific skills which lends itself to being used to support students
with individual needs both on individual and group basis."
Natecla News
"The book is well designed, the graphics are attractive and there is
a variety of practice exercise types...has tremendous potential. I can imagine
lots of discussions with students simulating role-plays similar to those on
the tracks."
Just Listening & Speaking Intermediate Book Review featured in ELTAF
Newsletter
"I really would like to use these four books as they give you the freedom
to pick & choose, catering to needs & interests, with the bits that
you don't cover being completed as self study...a learner-centred approach.
As self-study materials, they are self explanatory & learner friendly...ideal
to recommend when using a lopsided coursebook or a student asking you for
supplementary material.
These books would be ideal when working with 1-1 classes & it would also
appeal to the more mature class such as the corporate-based class.
To sum up, this is certainly one of the ways forward in the provision of course
materials. Definitely worth checking out."
http://developingteachers.com
"...a bold attempt at integration, offering materials which not only
complement each other but also may be used in class or for self-study purposes.
The Vocabulary book follows a clear lexical syllabus...Particularly impressive
are the exercises which ask the learner to choose and manipulate vocabulary,
based on the knowledge that new items take time to learn.
Grammar is explained clearly...The language of explanation is carefully graded.
The Reading and Writing book concentrates on contemporary language, including
texts and tasks based on email, internet and text messages...There are excellent
links to the vocabulary book, particularly where learners are encouraged to
read and use language in chunks.
The listening texts are authentic or semi-authentic, not too long and include
some new language. The speaking tasks are varied, and carefully designed so
that learners receive appropriate input before producing language and to avoid
demotivating performances.
An excellent set in all respects and highly recommended."
IATEFL Issues
"The Just series
...very economical...
Just Reading and Writing...good exam preparation material.
Just Vocabulary...This is an excellent book for increasing word power.
Just Listening and Speaking...20 listening units each with a double page spread
and 10 speaking exercises. Some involve speaking with the recording while
others suggest recording the student telling a story or making a speech, etc.
and then comparing with a model example.
Just Grammar...this is unashamedly pure grammar - basic, useful, succinct,
intermediate level without oversimplification or the fancy bits.
The Just series is a must for all teachers...It is flexible and once you find
your way around it you can adapt your course to suit the students, whatever
next week holds in store."
English Teaching Matters
"The Just Series by Jeremy Harmer is an upbeat collection in four volumes...topics
are contemporary...The texts and activities are culturally sensitive, which
would make these books ideal for learners in the Gulf region. The quirky artwork,
clarity of instructions and original use of text types also add to its appeal.
Final verdict
The activities are attractively presented with good use of colour text boxes
and photographs. This, combined with the varied and interesting texts, will
do much to encourage learners to study independently. Whether you are looking
for an easy-to-use addition to a self-access centre, a set of fresh course
books, or supplementary materials to motivate your students, the Just series
could be Just what you need."
TESOL Arabia Perspectives