Linkages is a content-based, integrated skills text for
high-intermediate ESL students who plan to study at an American college
or university. The readings in the text form the base for the
presentation of content. For the most part, they are authentic and
include material from college texts, general audience texts,
periodicals, and literary works. Lectures, discussions, and other
communicative activities, as well as writing tasks help to expand the
students' understanding of the content and to develop their language
skills. The topics presented are drawn from the fields of American
history and culture, psychology, sociology, and business.