English File is a flexible course for adults and young adults which reflects the realities of both learning and teaching. At each of the firt two levels, there is a fast-track core of 60 hous' class work, with additional material which can extend the course to more than 120 hours. English File 1 is for beginners and false beginners. English File gives students a real sense of achievement and progress. It offers clear learning objestives, an organized approach to revision and reference work, and a fully integrated home-study programme. For teachears, there are well-planned lessons that work, a realistic syllabus focusing on what can be achieved in a firt level course, and a complete source of ready-to-use suplementary materials.