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.MyEnglishLab for Speakout 2nd edition provides a fully blended and personalised learning environment that benefits both teachers and learners.
- Interactive Workbook with instant feedback and automatic gradebook.
- A common error report that highlights mistakes learners make.
- Tips and feedback that direct learners to reference materials and encourage them to work out answers themselves.
- Extra practice in grammar, vocabulary and skills.
- Unit and achievement tests.
- Mid and end of course tests.
- BBC interviews and interactive worksheets for BBC interviews.
