·         features stimulating, controversial and up-to-date topics and themes to promote real discussion in class about subjects that really matter to students

·         includes cross-curricular, Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) themes, such as science, health, geography and information and technology (ICT) in English

·         provides extensive practice of all four language learning skills, particularly speaking, aided by Language banks on the fold-out cover flaps

·         uses task-based learning activities including a wide range of pair and group exercises, Drama, Role Plays, Conversations, Interactive Tasks and Topic Presentations

·         takes a global viewpoint, with authentic reading texts from British, American and other English-speaking World media, from reportage to fiction, plus Extended reading

·         features abundant listening materials on Audio CD (plus video DVD at Advanced level).

·         Student’s Book materials are supported by a full range of Grammar, Use of English and other Workbook activities, including Portfolio writing