World of reading 2: Most targeted vocabulary also comes from words that are less common than the first 2,000 words, but since these readings are minimally adapted, there is a heavier vocabulay load. Again selected AWL words, and multiword expressions are targeted. Selections are approximately 500-1,200 words.

Perspectives 2000 helps students perfect their oral communication in a variety of real-life settings, comprehend short stories and articles, listen to English in realistic contexts, and write paragraphs.

Gradual but secure development of all four skills emphasizes meaningful communication in a natural context.

"With its thematic approach to building reading comprehension, the new World of Reading series engages students in a wide variety of genres such as news articles, short stories, and textbook excerpts. Each unit is made up of four chapters with readings from many different disciplines, including science, social science, business, and literature. Based on the successful Building on Basics and Building Understanding books, the series has been expanded to cover low-intermediate to advanced students." -- Amazon.com viewed May 19, 2020.

Intercom 200 is a four-level basic course featuring a spiralled approach to language learning with presentation, reinforcement, expansion, and regular review of communication forms and structures. -- Balanced presentation of functions and grammar -- Holistic approach: integrated four skills -- Systematic review of language -- Authentic readings with reading strategy activities -- Culminating activities for each unit in the text and workbook -- Cooperative learning workbook activities