1) Two-way slabs are slabs with reinforcement in two directions because bending occurs in both directions when the L/S ratio is less than 2.
2) The document discusses various types of two-way slabs and design methods, focusing on the direct design method (DDM).
3) DDM involves determining the total factored static moment, distributing it to positive and negative moments, then distributing those moments to column and middle strips based on ratios of flexural and torsional stiffness.