English Language Center The American Language Course is a comprehensive, multilevel program for adults that teaches English for vocational and professional purposes. The ALC is designed primarily for intensive English language training in a classroom setting, but it can be adapted for slower-paced instruction. A significant feature of the ALC is the inclusion of basic military topics and vocabulary. Using traditional methods of language teaching as well as contemporary communicative approaches, the ALC’s presentation is systematic and carefully sequenced to ensure that learners can build on previously acquired knowledge. Photographs, illustrations, charts, and tables explain vocabulary and grammar, while dialogs and student-centered activities introduce and reinforce language functions and skills. Each book is supplemented by an instructional package that includes the following: • Instructor text • Student text • Audio recordings • Language laboratory activities instructor text with audio scripts • Language laboratory activities student text • Computer-delivered interactive multimedia instruction (IMI) • Quiz kit • Optional training aids The ALC’s second edition features a completely revised student text with an accompanying instructor text. Instructor notes offer detailed guidelines for presenting classroom exercises, supplemental activities, and pertinent cultural information. A variety of teaching strategies are provided to keep students motivated and enliven the classroom.