Rather than simply specifying the grammar and vocabulary learners needed to master, it was argued that a syllabus should identify the following aspects of language use in order to be able to develop the learner's communicative competence 1. as detailed a consideration as possible of the purposes for which the learner wishes to acquire the target language. For example, using English for business purposes, in the hotel industry, or for travel. 2. some idea of the setting in which they will want to use the target language. For example in an office, on an airplane, or in a store. 3. the socially defined role the learners will assume in the target language, as well as the role of their interlocutors. For example as a traveler, as a salesperson talking to clients, or as a student in a school setting 4. the communicative events in which the learners will participate: everyday situations, vocational or professional situations, academic situations, and so on. For example making telephone calls, engaging in casual conversation, or taking part in a meeting