Lessons are designed to consolidate language and act as a springboard for further speaking and writing tasks. Each unit follows the pattern: An introductory lead-in page with learning objectives; Two main input lessons covering grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation and skills work; A functional lesson, which develops useful communication skills and includes strategies for developing speaking and listening skills; A motivating skills consolidation lesson based on a BBC DVD clip. These act as a springboard for further speaking and writing tasks. The unit culminates with a page of Lookback exercises. Each Students' Book has: Ten to 12 units with 90 to 120 hours of teaching material (depending on level); Comprehensive Language Bank with detailed explanations and extra practice; Photo bank to expand vocabulary; Audio and video scripts; Refreshed with new visuals and texts, including content from the BBC and other sources; A revised vocabulary syllabus with more recycling of language; Clear signposting on the page to make teaching and learning easier. The DVD has: BBC clips and interviews, and audio material for use in class.538 ǂa Operating system requirements: Windows XP/Vista/7/8/10; Macintosh OSX 10.5-10.10; Linux Ubuntu 14.04-14.10 (32 bit) Hardware requirements: IGHz Processor (Intel only for OSX) 256 MB RAM 64 MB Graphics 1024 X 768 Screen Resolution