Concerning the principles of language teaching and...

A new topic or concept when introduced in classroom should attempt to anchor in students’ existing knowledge and background;

Communicative goals are best achieved by giving special attention to language use;

The importance of the second language as a powerful tool for adjustment in the new culture should be stressed;

Grammatical explanations, drills or exercises cannot take part in a communicative lesson;

Students should be prepared to be independent outside the school environment.