This refers to materials or courses which are designed around a series of
authentic tasks which give the learners experience of using the language
in ways in which it is used in the ‘real world’ outside the classroom.
They usually have no pre-determined language syllabus and the aim is
for learners to learn from the tasks the language that they need for successful
participation in them. Examples of such tasks would be working
out the itinerary of a journey from a timetable, completing a passport
application form, ordering a product from a catalogue and giving directions
to the post offi ce.