This 22-chapter text explores the structure of language and the meaning of words within a given structure. The text/workbook combination gives students both the theory and practice they need to understand this complex topic. The book features the personalized system of instruction (PSI) approach. This method uses student performance objectives, practice, feedback, individualization of pace and repeatable testing as instructional strategies. On adoption of the materials, the teacher may request the instructor's manual and text packet. These aids are free, and have teaching guidelines and a set of tests for each of the chapters (complete with answer keys).