Latitudes is a communicative course that is closely linked to the CEFR, and combines language teaching with socio-cultural aspects of life in France and the Francophone countries. The course has a fluid structure with the 'learning contract' clearly outlined at the start of each unit. This makes the student aware of their learning objectives and responsible for their own development. This emphasis on independent learning is further honed by the end of unit projects which are divided into stages, testing different skills, and allow the students to interact with each other and put into practice all that they have learnt through the course of the unit.