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A Speech Act Theory Approach to Second-Language Teaching.
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Eppert, Franz; Kuepper, Karl J. – Canadian Modern Language Review, 1979
Presents a language teaching method designed to increase communicative competence through an application of speech act theory and the use of dialogs and the source language. (AM)
Descriptors: Communicative Competence (Languages), Conversational Language Courses, Dialogs (Language), Discourse Analysis
Journey through Germany: Simulating Tourist Experiences in the Conversation and Composition Course.
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Sinka, Margit M. – Unterrichtspraxis, 1983
Describes a situation-centered approach to second language acquisition and provides examples of class activities, assignments, and exams. (EKN)
Descriptors: Communicative Competence (Languages), Conversational Language Courses, German, Higher Education
A Language-by-Radio Media Program.
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Richmond, Edmun B. – NALLD Journal, 1979
Discusses the use of two-way amateur radio contacts in language courses to provide personal contact with speakers of the target language. Pilot courses in German and Spanish are described as well as a curriculum-based, interuniversity German conversation course, and an activity utilizing CB radio equipment. (AMH)
Descriptors: Audiolingual Methods, Audiolingual Skills, Communicative Competence (Languages), Conversational Language Courses