Straightforward is a multi-level course for adults and young adults. Based on observation of what good teachers do in the classroom, 'Straightforward' is transparent in its structure, pragmatic in its methodology and varied in its content.- Double-page lessons offer a balanced mix of language input, skills work and oral tasks.- A systematic and extensive lexical syllabus enriches students' topic-based vocabulary and develops their awareness of lexical patterns.- A wide range of speaking tasks help students become flexible communicators in English.- Six practical writing lesons contain model texts, key language and collaborative tasks.- Functional language sections contain language of immediate use to students in their daily lives.- A wide variety of reading and listening texts present relevant and authentic English.- 'Did you know' sections give up-to-date cultural information.