American Headway 1 can be used by both true and false beginners. Integrated skills work is an important feature of the series. All four skills are developed in context. Universal topics are selected from a wide variety of material. There is in-depth treatment of grammar, with clear presentations, self-check exercises in the 'Grammar Spot', and detailed explanations in the 'Grammar Reference' followed by extensive practice activities. A systematic vocabulary syllabus includes dictionary training and work on systems such as collocations. Pronunciation work is integrated at appropriate points. An 'Everyday English' section practises functional language and social situations.