Speakout is a comprehensive six-level general English course for adults that builds confidence in speaking, listening, reading and writing using authentic materials from the BBC. With its wide range of support material, it meets the diverse neeeds of learners in a variety of teaching situations and helps to bridge the gap between the classroom and the real world. Authentic DVD material from the BBC provides the springboard for meaningful speaking and writing tasks. Downloadable Video podcasts of real-life interviews provide models of authentic English.