Academic Encounters Second edition is a paired skills series with a sustained content approach to teach skills necessary for taking academic courses in English. Academic Encounters Reading and Writing Level 2 Student's Book with Digital Pack help develop important skills such as reading for the main idea, reading for speed, note-taking, and academic writing skills. The Digital Pack includes an eBook and Writing Skills Interactive for additional instruction and practice in academic writing skills and vocabulary. All content is mobile-friendly, so can be accessed on smartphones, laptops or desktop computers.