A clear organized structure that allows for one chapter's lessons to build on another, assisting in supporting and scaffolding students' knowledge

Clear visuals and charts that take into account the learner's language level.

Support for the instructor with transcripts of materials and ideas for activities both in the textbook and the manual.

Diverse video, audio, reading, and web activities that engage the students at their level, thereby supporting their participate in communicative activities.

The program has been the best seller as a college Russian textbook through five editions since 1993.