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Peer reviewedBugliani, Ann – ADFL Bulletin, 1998
Argues that, although it is worthwhile to teach literature in its original language, there is merit to teaching foreign language literature in translation. Most college-level language teachers have the language competence to teach literature in English, and if it's not taught in the language department, it may be taught in the English department,…
Descriptors: Classroom Communication, College Second Language Programs, Curriculum Design, Higher Education
Peer reviewedKatz, Michael R. – ADFL Bulletin, 1998
Teaching foreign-language literature in translation, within the foreign language department, has intellectual and pragmatic justifications. Intellectually, it is a source of joy for language faculty to share target language literature, and it is the thematic components, not language, that offer richest discussion. Practically, students don't have…
Descriptors: Classroom Communication, College Second Language Programs, Curriculum Design, Higher Education
Greenwood, John – 1985
The language-across-the-curriculum (LAC) movement in Britain began in the 1960s with a few secondary school experiments, from which developed more coordinated attempts to lower interdisciplinary barriers. This movement was characterized by emphasis on the language-learning link, the crucial role of discussion in the learning process, and the…
Descriptors: Curriculum Design, Educational Strategies, English (Second Language), Foreign Countries
Peer reviewedSimone, Mary – Planning for Higher Education, 1993
Trends in college foreign language education include growth in English-as-a-Second-Language (ESL) instruction, greater emphasis on spoken language, increased use of technology, more intensive instruction, integration with other academic programs, new kinds of academic appointments, and revised promotion and tenure requirements for language…
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, College Faculty, Degree Requirements, Educational Trends
Peer reviewedBarnard, Mary Ann – OAH Magazine of History, 1991
Presents a year long plan for teaching about Columbus's voyages and their impact on the Americas. Discusses themes of bias in history, how language can be used to create a certain image, and concepts of heroism, respect, and power. Includes instructions for schoolwide, social studies and history projects with interdepartmental coordination. (DK)
Descriptors: Bias, Cultural Awareness, Cultural Influences, Curriculum Development
Download full textColorado State Dept. of Education, Denver. – 1997
The handbook is designed to help Colorado school systems address the linguistic and educational needs of limited-English-proficient (LEP) students and to provide administrators, school boards members, and educators with resources for understanding state and federal requirements. It is intended to help design and establish local policies and…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Accreditation (Institutions), Compliance (Legal), Educational Planning
